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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Other Pet Food in South Africa
... is primarily driven by the ongoing impact of inflation on unit prices, which are set to continue rising in 2025, albeit more slowly than the previous three years. Despite economic challenges, the category is set ... Read More
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Cat Food in South Africa
... as pets is on the rise in South Africa, although the cat population remains significantly lower when compared to that of dogs. In addition, the pet humanisation trend in South Africa is gaining momentum, as ... Read More
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Other Pet Food in the Philippines
... to the previous year. While inflation in the Philippines is expected to stabilise, other factors are undermining growth from the uncertain global economic conditions brought about by the ongoing trade wars, conflicts, and irregular weather ... Read More
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Other Pet Food in Malaysia
... the other categories only seeing modest sales. However, sales of fish food are under pressure due to a decline in the pet fish population in 2024-2025. Fish typically have specific maintenance requirements and with busy ... Read More
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Pet Products in China
... set to see a slowdown in 2025, demand is largely being driven by material upgrades, such as the adoption of crystal litters and flushable litters. Not only do these new materials have better performances, but ... Read More
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Peru Pet Food Market- Trend Analysis & Forecasts
... Lima and Arequipa, the market is expanding rapidly with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.3% forecast through 2030. Dogs and cats represent the dominant pet categories, accounting for nearly **% of pet food ... Read More
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Pet Care in China
... consumer trading-up. In terms of retail value sales, pet food is expected to continue to dominate, with the growth of cat food set to far outpace that of dog food and other pet food. This ... Read More
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Dog Food in China
... is mainly due to the decline in the population of dogs as a result of increasing regulation of dog ownership. Major cities such as Hangzhou, Wuhan and Guangzhou released measures to discourage inappropriate dog-raising practices ... Read More
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Cat Food in China
... driven by the continued increase in the cat population, and consumers trading up to innovative products. Within wet cat food, the mid-priced and premium price platforms continue to drive value growth, considering wet cat food ... Read More
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Dog Food in the Philippines
... to gain share due to their breed-specific and health-focused formulations. As more Filipino pet owners treat dogs like family members, they are prioritising high-quality specialised premium dog food despite its higher cost. Breed-specific options for ... Read More
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Pet Products in Malaysia
... around the importance of maintaining a pet’s health and wellbeing. Pet owners are also increasingly concentrating on good hygiene practices while also using pet dietary supplements to ensure their pets remain healthy and live a ... Read More
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Other Pet Food in China
... in the country, with the bird population seeing the steepest decline, which is reflected in declining sales of bird food. Pet birds are increasingly losing popularity to dogs and cats, as they can better accommodate ... Read More
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Dog Food in South Africa
... as pets, leading to improving demand for prepared dog food. This trend is particularly pronounced in urban areas, where the number of households is on the rise. Urbanisation is not only increasing the number of ... Read More
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Cat Food in the Philippines
... due to their adaptability to smaller living spaces and lower maintenance needs compared to other pets. Overall, cat food sales are gradually catching up with those of dog food, narrowing what used to be a ... Read More
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Dog Food in Malaysia
... dogs they are switching away from feeding their pets home cooked food or table scraps, with this trend also being linked to the fact that dog owners are cooking less at home. Moreover, when it ... Read More
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Dog Food in Romania
... Lower inflation helped make prepared dog food more accessible to lower-income households, particularly in rural areas where scraps and home-cooked meals are commonly used. This shift accelerated the transition toward commercial food, especially for dogs ... Read More
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Other Pet Food in the United Kingdom
... and fish, which experienced declines from 2023 due to the rising cost of living, is anticipated to improve in the coming years, a trend that is likely to benefit the overall category’s growth prospects. Additionally, ... Read More
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Dog Food in the United Kingdom
... 2023. The most striking trend is the performance of private label products. Despite maintaining significant share, their value is declining compared to the previous year due to negative unit price growth. Mid-priced and economy dog ... Read More
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Dog Food in Portugal
... are increasingly attentive to the ingredients in their pets’ food, prioritising options made with fresh, less processed, and locally sourced components. The desire to prevent disease and extend the lifespan of pets is driving demand ... Read More
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Dog Food in Singapore
... compared with the previous year. This is in part contributed by growing budget-consciousness amongst local consumers amidst the uncertain global economic conditions, inflation, and rising cost of living. Consumer spending is expected to slow down ... Read More
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Pet Treats and Chews in the US, 6th Edition
... beginning to cut back on non-essential products and prioritize necessities. This shift is responsible for the 3% growth rate for the nearly $13 billion market in 2024 after several years of double- and high-single-digit growth. ... Read More
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Pet Care in Portugal
... cats — has increased, reflecting their suitability for apartment living. Cats, in particular, are favoured for their independence, and their population has grown significantly. Legal requirements for the registration of pets, including stray animals collected ... Read More
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Pet Products in Portugal
... continue to be viewed as family members, their wellbeing is becoming an increasing priority. This shift is evident in the rising popularity of supplements that support immune health, joint mobility, and skin condition. Additionally, grooming ... Read More
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Pet Care in Romania
... 2023. That decline was largely driven by strong price growth and a reduction in the dog population — dogs accounting for the majority of pet food demand. In 2025, easing inflation helps make prepared pet ... Read More
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Cat Food in Romania
... slight decline in the cat population following the post-pandemic slowdown in adoptions and a rise in abandonment, prepared cat food continues to gain traction. Owners increasingly treat cats as emotional companions, which drives demand for ... Read More
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