New products

"Alternative" is the name of a more advanced dry food for cats from Almo Nature. The new recipe composition is short yet substantial, according to the company: 75 per cent fresh meat, rice, vegetables, vitamins and minerals. "Alternative" is manufactured entirely from ingredients of certified provenance from the human food chain, says Almo Nature. For each recipe the product is based exclusively on the use of fresh meat with a single source of animal protein and an identical fat source. www.almonature.de

Zoo Med Labs announces the debut of its new Repti Sun LED UVB hoods. The Repti Sun LED UVB hoods combine energy-efficient, brilliant LED lighting with the tried and trusted Repti Sun UVB lamps, says Zoo Med. In addition to 6500 K white LEDs, red plant growth LEDs and blue lunar LEDs, this hood houses a high-output T5 Repti Sun UVB lamp. The hood features a highly polished curved reflector for maximum efficiency and UVB penetration and can be mounted using the adjustable sliding rails or the included suspension kit, according to the company. The Repti Sun LED UVB hoods are available in 14", 24", 30", 36", and 48" sizes. www.zoomed.com  

The Natures Menus range of new products allows retailers to discover the value and benefits of the raw diet, says the company. The range of natural cans and pouches is created to be as close to the raw diet as possible. All the cans and pouches are literally filled raw and gently steamed only once, according to the company. The new Country Hunter range of products has been created from traditional English country meats of venison, rabbit, duck and salmon. Products such as complete and balanced ready-made raw meals and meaty 600 gram size wholesome cans should offer retailers equally wholesome margin opportunities. Three of the Country Hunter products are new single-protein, chicken-free, frozen ready-made raw meals. Created to also be grain-free and lower in fat, these new raw meals are good for the sensitive or allergy-prone dog. www.naturesmenu.co.uk/

The 100 per cent baked Salmon Strips from Fish 4 Dogs have high glucosamine and omega 3 levels and are ideal for aiding and promoting healthy joints in active dogs, says the company. The strips also have an intensely fishy aroma and a slightly softer texture than some other treats in the range, meaning they can be torn into smaller pieces, making…