Pet Food Market Research Reports & Industry Analysis
By type of pet, pet food is generally classified into dog food, cat food, and other pet food. Dog and cat foods can be subdivided into dry packaged, wet/moist (usually in cans, but also in pouches), treats (which are increasingly functional or in positioning, rather than simply indulgent), and frozen/refrigerated (often with a focus on superpremium quality and product freshness).
Dog and cat foods, which account for the bulk of the pet food market, are also positioned among one of more of the several categories. These include active/outdoors, functional, gourmet, lifestage, natural/organic, premium, weight control and size/breed.
MarketResearch.com’s extensive collection of research studies on the pet food market will provide the competitive analysis and perspectives you need geographically (global, regional, or national), by type of pet, by type or class of pet food and treats, and by key manufacturing and retailing issues such as ingredient and formulation trends, packaging innovation, and online retailing.
Pet Food Industry Research & Market Reports
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Pet Products in the Czech Republic
... and owners in cities that are purchasing cat litter. Owners are more focused on pet health and wellness which is driving demand for pet products that support overall wellbeing. Indeed, pet healthcare is by far ... Read More
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Dog Food in the Czech Republic
... feeding their dogs food scraps as an alternative to prepared dog food. A slight decrease in the proportion of households owning a dog is another mitigating factor. Dry dog food is the largest category in ... Read More
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Cat Food in Egypt
... by rising cat ownership and a significant increase in awareness of cat’s nutritional needs. Cat owners are showing a greater understanding of the importance of tailored nutrition, recognising that different life stages, breeds, and health ... Read More
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Dog Food in Slovakia
... caused by increased production costs and taxes, despite lowering levels on inflation. For example, as seen with VAT going up from 20% to 23% from 1 January 2025. Added to which, the premiumisation trend plays ... Read More
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Cat Food in Hungary
... during 2025, ahead of cat treats and mixers and premium dry cat food. A growing number of cat owners are prioritising high-quality ingredients and targeted health benefits, leading to strong growth in special diet options ... Read More
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Pet Care in New Zealand
... such as green-lipped mussels and king salmon, remains a significant market driver. The market has witnessed a decline in economy-priced private label products, with a notable shift towards mid-priced and premium segments. This trend is ... Read More
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Cat Food in the Czech Republic
... static. Wet cat food is considerably larger than dry alternatives in the Czech Republic. Mid-priced wet cat food is the most popular option, with numerous brands available to consumers that are perceived to offer good ... Read More
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Other Pet Food in Slovakia
... and VAT rising from 20% to 23% in January 2025. Meanwhile, other pets do not see the same levels of population growth than witnessed in cats or dogs, thus the populations of small mammals, reptiles, ... Read More
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Other Pet Food in the Czech Republic
... to little change in consumption over 2025. Limited price increases are visible across most categories, limiting value growth prospects. Small mammals is the largest category, with these types of pets becoming more popular, especially in ... Read More
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Other Pet Food in Peru
... over the review period. The key driver of this improvement is the gradual resurgence in the population of exotic pets —particularly reptiles and fish — which had contracted previously. Growth in this area remains limited ... Read More
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Other Pet Food in Ireland
... is significantly lower than dogs or cats, and they are more suitable for smaller living spaces and apartments. Thus, many people looking for a pet are likely to prefer a small mammal to a cat ... Read More
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Pet Products in New Zealand
... on health and functionality within pet food, extending to greater proactive purchasing of health care products to address pets’ nutritional deficiencies and monitor their wellbeing more closely. The broader trend of pet humanisation underpins this ... Read More
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Pet Care in Peru
... outlook is increasingly positive as consumer confidence gradually returns. Households are once again showing a greater willingness to invest in quality care for their pets, particularly as pets are seen more and more as cherished ... Read More
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Pet Care in Turkey
... ownership supports volume growth. Growing health awareness and the desire to prolong the life of pets is fuelling demand for therapeutic and functional products which address certain health issues, such as joint problems and kidney ... Read More
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Pet Care in Israel
... ownership, the positive development of the market continues to be underpinned by pet humanisation, whereby owners increasingly see pets as members of the family and are therefore choosing to allocate more of their disposable incomes ... Read More
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Dog Food in Israel
... levels of dog ownership and pet humanisation, whereby consumers increasingly perceive pets as family members and are therefore willing to invest more in their care. Both of these trends have recently been reinforced by the ... Read More
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Pet Products in Israel
... the rise in VAT imposed at the beginning of the year. However, it is also testament to the influence of pet humanisation, which is encouraging owners to spend greater amounts of money on caring for ... Read More
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Dog Food in Hungary
... earlier in the review period. Owners are prioritising premium and functional nutrition, leading to strong growth in mono-protein offerings, such as Panzi Get Wild and MAC’s, and superfood-enriched formulas such as FitActie, Pedigree’s dry food ... Read More
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Cat Food in Germany
... preferred pet due to space constraints and lifestyle compatibility. As an increasing number of households, especially single-person or ageing ones, adopt cats, there is increasing demand for cat food, especially in terms of more diverse ... Read More
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Cat Food in Greece
... practical and low-maintenance pet choice. The rising number of cats owned by young professionals, elderly individuals, and families contributes directly to volume sales growth. Euromonitor International's Cat Food in Greece report offers a comprehensive guide ... Read More
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Dog Food in New Zealand
... population grows, overall food consumption volume is declining, while value is rising, reflecting the strength of premium brands. Leading players such as Nestlé and Mars, along with several super-premium brands, have introduced new product lines ... Read More
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Other Pet Food in New Zealand
... attention compared to dogs and cats, and the range of related products is notably limited. Strict environmental regulations designed to protect New Zealand’s unique ecosystem restrict the import and breeding of non-native species, limiting market ... Read More
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Dog Food in Peru
... food as a staple product. Dog food enjoys the broadest household penetration due to its longevity in the market. While growth in 2024 surpassed the previous year, it has not yet returned to the double-digit ... Read More
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Other Pet Food in Bulgaria
... and seeds is expected to contribute to the minimal current value growth. In addition, as consumers are not as attached to other pets than dogs and cats, they are more prepared to buy economy brands. ... Read More
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Pet Products in Australia
... for only serious matters and instead opting for at-home treatments such as flea/tick treatments and worming treatments. Reduced discretionary spending is particularly affecting non-essential pet products such as toys, with pet owners seeking bargains and ... Read More
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