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Packaged Facts’ Canadian Pet Market Survey, 4th Edition

Publisher Packaged Facts
Published Oct 10, 2025
Length 183 Pages
SKU # LA20462272

Description

Packaged Facts’ Canadian Pet Market Survey, 4th Edition provides a comprehensive analysis of the Canadian pet industry, drawing on a bilingual survey conducted in September 2025, involving 1,000 Canadian pet owners who had purchased pet products in the preceding 12 months. The report covers a wide range of pet market dynamics, including pet owner spending and attitudes, pet food trends, retail and Internet dynamics, use of veterinary and pet care services, and pet ownership trends.

Key findings highlight growth drivers in the Canadian pet market, with “Made in Canada” products in high demand. The report examines the importance of pets in Canadian households, with many pet owners considering their pets as part of the family and willing to spend more on pet foods with health and wellness benefits. Additionally, the report reveals a growing focus towards value, as well as the increasing use of technology in pet care, such as online shopping and high-tech pet health products.

The report provides insights into consumer spending patterns and psychographic profiles of pet owners. The Canadian pet food market is analyzed in depth, with a focus on market dynamics, consumer behavior, and emerging opportunities. Key trends and opportunities in veterinary and non-medical services are also explored. Pet ownership data includes pet owner demographic breakouts as well as acquisition trends and pet dog and cat characteristics.

Overall, the Canadian Pet Market Survey, 4th Edition serves as a valuable resource for industry stakeholders, offering essential data and analysis to aid in strategic decision-making and identifying growth opportunities in the Canadian pet market.

Scope and Methodology

This report on the Canadian pet industry draws primarily on a bilingual English/French survey conducted by Packaged Facts in September 2025 of 1,000 Canadian pet owners. Canadian Pet Market Survey 2025 focuses on dog and cat food, while also providing a topline overview of broader product purchasing rates, retail and Internet dynamics, use of veterinary and pet care services, and pet ownership patterns. Additional information was obtained from consultation with Canadian pet food industry insiders including Pets Canada and Canadian pet food market expert Serge Boutet of SBNutrinnov Consultants Québec, along with secondary research sources.

Table of Contents

183 Pages
    • Scope and Methodology
    • Market Highlights
    • Chapter Highlights
    • Report Scope & Methodology
    • Introduction
    • Overview of Pet Owner Psychographics
    • Overview of Pet Product Usage and Purchasing Rates
    • Chapter Highlights
    • Pet Food Category Overview
    • Product Trends and Opportunities
    • Chapter Highlights
    • Competitive Overview
    • Channel Shopping by Pet Product Sector
    • Digital Dynamics
    • Chapter Highlights
    • Veterinary Services
    • Non-Medical Services
    • Chapter Highlights
    • Pet Ownership Rates
    • Pet Acquisition Trends
    • Pet Dog and Cat Characteristics
    • Introduction
    • Regulatory Oversight Of Pet Food, Treats And Chews

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