Press & Media

Hurayra in the Media

Interviews, features and coverage of the world’s first HMC-certified halal cat food — and the founder’s journey behind it.

Islam Channel March 2025

Our founder and CEO, Aihtsham Rashid, discusses his groundbreaking halal cat food product on Islam Channel TV. Learn about the inspiration behind Hurayra, the hurdles Aihtsham faced, and the passion that drove him to create the first truly halal cat food.

Topic UK — The Pioneering Journey of Hurayra’s Founder
Topic UK

The Pioneering Journey of Hurayra’s Founder

Aihtsham Rashid, the MD and founder of Hurayra Halal Pet Foods, shares with Topic UK his inspiring business journey — from his first job cleaning toilets, to launching a successful construction company, and now a global first in pet food.

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Insider Media — Yorkshire Company Launches World First Halal Approved Pet Food
Insider Media

Yorkshire Company Launches World First Halal Approved Pet Food

Yorkshire Insider shares news of the groundbreaking launch of Hurayra. Hurayra’s founder, Aihtsham Rashid, spoke with editor Ian Leech about the first HMC-certified pet food.

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Asian Standard — Resilience and Determination Lead to World’s First Halal Pet Food
Asian Standard

Resilience and Determination Lead to World’s First Halal Pet Food

From personal challenges to the rollercoaster of running multiple businesses, Hurayra founder and MD, Aihtsham Rashid, shares with the Asian Standard the motivations and passion that have led to the launch of the world’s first halal pet food.

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