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UK supermarkets have warned of a shortage of some dog and cat food products following an unprecedented rise in pet ownership during lockdown.
Sainsbury s has apologised after running out of dog and cat food pouches due to a national shortage , although tinned and dry food are unaffected.
Morrisons said it might not have full availability for several months , but said it had enough stock for customers.
Waitrose is also running low, while Tesco has seen strong demand.
Sainsbury s said it was trying to resolve the issue but warned it would be ongoing in 2021.
It is blaming higher than usual demand for pouches after more pets were bought during lockdown.
This is why supermarkets including Sainsbury s and Tesco are running out of dog and cat food
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