Pet Food Collection

Spratts Patent Ltd: Dog biscuit, 1913. Private Collection

Sadler & Co. Chichester, 1935
Dog biscuit factory Photograph by George Garland Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N12212

John Wales at Batleys Pet Food Store. 4th December 1997

Feeding the pets, 1880
Feeding the pets;, 1880. Print from The Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News, 15 May 1880

Cats and Dogs Meat!, Bethlem Hospital, London, 1805. A copper plate representing the itinerant traders of London, from Modern London; Being the History and Present State of the British Metropolis

Brown and white Guinea Pig (Cavia porcellus) nibbling a piece of orange

Heaps of dry horse and pony food on ground

A cabbage leaf

A whole Carrot and two pieces next to it

Dog biscuit in the shape of a bone, close up

Container of dried pet food next to pile of dried pet food

Dandelion leaves

Wooden box containing a shelter, toys, food and straw for a guinea pig

Guinea pig nibbling on a carrot, side view

A cat sitting in front of its food

A black cat and a brown cat eating from two separate bowls

German Shepherd dog feeding from pet bowl

Blades of grass

Blue budgie sitting on birdfeeder filled with seeds

Persian kitten drinking from a dish of milk, close-up, front view

Light-brown and white Hamster (Cricetus cricetus) nibbling lettuce held in its paws, front view

Three cats eating from a plate

Black and white Spaniel puppies eating around a dish

Side view of pregnant cat looking bakcwards

Light brown Hamster (Cricetus cricetus) sitting in corner and eating carrot, side view

Two kittens eat from a blue bowl

Hamster (Critcetus cricetus) leaning over yellow food bowl, holding onto edge of bowl with its front paws, close up, side view

Dandelion leaves

Yellow budgie being hand-fed through metal bars of cage, cuttlefish bone hanging nearby

Black and tan short-haired male dachshund puppy standing next to bowl of food

Brown lop-eared rabbit eating carrot

Four week old ginger kitten standing near plate of food and meowing

Tortoiseshell coloured guinea pig eating from a food bowl

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From Sadler & Co. Chichester, 1935 to Crufts illustration at Olympia, London - the evolution has come a long way. 🐾🍲 In 1913, Spratts Patent Ltd introduced their iconic dog biscuit that became an instant hit among our furry friends. Fast forward to 1880, where we see heartwarming scenes of families feeding their beloved pets with care and affection. But did you know that as far back as 1805, Bethlem Hospital in London was already advertising 'Cats and Dogs Meat. '? It's fascinating how our understanding of nutrition for pets has evolved over time. Jumping ahead to December 4th, 1997 - John Wales made his mark on Batleys Pet Food Store. His dedication to providing quality pet food options ensured happy tails all around. Whether it's heaps of dry horse and pony food or a simple cabbage leaf or carrot pieces - every pet deserves a well-balanced diet. And let's not forget those adorable bone-shaped dog biscuits that make tails wag with delight. Today, we are spoilt for choice with containers filled with nutritious dried pet food varieties available alongside piles of delicious options. Our pets' health is paramount. So let's raise a bowl (or two) to the incredible journey throughout history. From humble beginnings in the early 19th century to modern-day innovations - our furry companions have never been better nourished.