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Canned Cat Food Market Size, Share, and Outlook, 2025 Report- By Type (Beef, Poultry, Seafood, Others), Form (Flaked, Gravy, Grilled, Morsels), Application (Nutritional food, Growth mediators), Availability (Specialized Pet Shops, Internet Sales, Hypermar

Publisher VPA Research
Published Jun 01, 2025
Length 185 Pages
SKU # VPA20046388

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Canned Cat Food Market Outlook

The global Canned Cat Food market is expected to register a growth rate of 4.8% during the forecast period from $15.3 Billion in 2024 to $22.3 Billion in 2032. The Canned Cat Food market is a thriving business that is poised to keep growing and presents potential growth opportunities for companies across the industry value chain.

The comprehensive market research report presents 12-year historic and forecast data on Canned Cat Food segments across 22 countries from 2021 to 2032. Key segments in the report include By Type(Beef, Poultry, Seafood, Others), Form (Flaked, Gravy, Grilled, Morsels), Application (Nutritional food, Growth mediators), Availability (Specialized Pet Shops, Internet Sales, Hypermarkets, Others), Packaging (Can, Pouch, Tray, Others), Distribution Channel (Online, Offline), Age (Adult, Kitten, Special Needs), End User (Pet Owners, Pet Homes and Hostels, Others). Over 70 tables and charts showcase findings from our latest survey report on Canned Cat Food markets.

Canned Cat Food Market Insights, 2025

The canned cat food market in 2025 is experiencing steady growth driven by increasing pet ownership and a rising trend toward premiumization in pet nutrition. Canned or wet cat food is valued for its high moisture content, palatability, and ability to meet cats’ carnivorous dietary needs. Consumers are shifting toward grain-free, organic, and natural ingredient formulations, often seeking options with higher protein levels and minimal fillers. The humanization of pets influences buying behavior, with pet owners willing to pay a premium for products that promise quality, transparency, and health benefits such as improved digestion, skin health, and weight management. Packaging innovations include easy-to-open cans and recyclable materials to meet sustainability goals. The market benefits from growth in e-commerce platforms offering subscription and auto-replenishment services, enhancing convenience. Leading manufacturers invest in research to develop specialized formulations addressing life stage, breed, and medical conditions like kidney health or allergies, expanding the product portfolio and consumer choice.

Five Trends that will define global Canned Cat Food market in 2025 and Beyond

A closer look at the multi-million global market for Canned Cat Food identifies rapidly shifting consumer preferences across categories. By focusing on growth and resilience, leading Canned Cat Food companies are prioritizing their investments across categories, markets, and geographies. The report analyses the most important market trends shaping the new landscape to support better decisions for the long and short-term future.

What are the biggest opportunities for growth in the Canned Cat Food industry?

The Canned Cat Food sector demonstrated remarkable resilience over the past year across developed and developing economies. Further, the market presents significant opportunities to leverage the existing momentum towards actions by 2030. On the other hand, recent macroeconomic developments including rising inflation and supply chain disruptions are putting pressure on companies. The chapter assists users to identify growth avenues and address business challenges to make informed commercial decisions with unique insights, data forecasts, and in-depth market analyses.

Canned Cat Food Market Segment Insights

The Canned Cat Food industry presents strong offers across categories. The analytical report offers forecasts of Canned Cat Food industry performance across segments and countries. Key segments in the industry include- By Type(Beef, Poultry, Seafood, Others), Form (Flaked, Gravy, Grilled, Morsels), Application (Nutritional food, Growth mediators), Availability (Specialized Pet Shops, Internet Sales, Hypermarkets, Others), Packaging (Can, Pouch, Tray, Others), Distribution Channel (Online, Offline), Age (Adult, Kitten, Special Needs), End User (Pet Owners, Pet Homes and Hostels, Others). The largest types, applications, and sales channels, fastest growing segments, and the key factors driving each of the categories are included in the report.

Forecasts of each segment across five regions are provided from 2021 through 2032 for Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, South America, Middle East, and African regions. In addition, Canned Cat Food market size outlook is provided for 22 countries across these regions.

Market Value Chain

The chapter identifies potential companies and their operations across the global Canned Cat Food industry ecosystem. It assists decision-makers in evaluating global Canned Cat Food market fundamentals, market dynamics, and disruptive trends across the value chain segments.

Scenario Analysis and Forecasts

Strategic decision-making in the Canned Cat Food industry is multi-faceted with the increased need for planning across scenarios. The report provides forecasts across three case scenarios- low growth, reference case, and high growth cases.

Asia Pacific Canned Cat Food Market Analysis- A Promising Growth Arena for Business Expansion

As companies increasingly expand across promising Asia Pacific markets with a combined population of over 4.5 billion, the medium-to-long-term future remains robust. The presence of the fastest-growing economies such as China, India, Thailand, Indonesia, and Vietnam coupled with strengthening middle-class populations and rising disposable incomes drive the market. In particular, China and India are witnessing rapid shifts in consumer purchasing behavior. China is recovering steadily with optimistic forecasts for 2025. Further, Japanese and South Korean markets remain stable with most companies focusing on new product launches and diversification of sales channels.

The State of Europe Canned Cat Food Industry 2025- Focus on Accelerating Competitiveness

As companies opt for an integrated agenda for competitiveness, the year 2025 presents optimistic scenarios for companies across the ecosystem. With signs of economic recovery across markets, companies are increasing their investments. Europe is one of the largest markets for Canned Cat Food with demand from both Western Europe and Eastern European regions increasing over the medium to long-term future. Increasing omnichannel shopping amidst robust consumer demand for value purchases shapes the market outlook. The report analyses the key Canned Cat Food market drivers and opportunities across Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Spain, Italy, Russia, and other Europe.

The US Canned Cat Food market Insights- Executives are most excited about opportunities for the US Canned Cat Food industry.

Easing inflation coupled with strengthening consumer sentiment is encouraging aggressive actions from the US Canned Cat Food companies. Market players consistently focusing on innovation and pursuing new ways to create value are set to excel in 2025. In addition, the Canadian and Mexican markets offer lucrative growth pockets for manufacturers and vendors. Focus on private-brand offerings and promotions, diversified sales channels, expansion into niche segments, adoption of advanced technologies, and sustainability are widely observed across the North American Canned Cat Food market.

Latin American Canned Cat Food market outlook rebounds in line with economic growth.

Underlying demand remains higher among urban consumers with an optimistic economic outlook across Brazil, Argentina, Chile, and other South and Central American countries. Increased consumer spending has been reported since H2-2024 and the prospects remain strong for 2025. Aggressive ecosystem moves to create new sources of income are widely observed across markets in the region. Marketing activities focused on customer insights, operations, and support functions are quickly gaining business growth in the region.

Middle East and Africa Canned Cat Food Markets- New Opportunities for Companies Harnessing Diversity

Rapid growth in burgeoning urban locations coupled with a young and fast-growing population base is attracting new investments in the Middle East and African Canned Cat Food markets. Designing expansion and marketing strategies to cater to the local consumer base supports the market prospects. In addition to Nigeria, Algeria, South Africa, and other markets, steady growth markets in Ethiopia, Rwanda, Ghana, Tanzania, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and others present significant prospects for companies. On the other hand, Middle Eastern Canned Cat Food markets including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Oman continue to offer lucrative pockets of growth.

Competitive Landscape- How Canned Cat Food companies outcompete in 2025?

The ability to respond quickly to evolving consumer preferences and adapt businesses to niche consumer segments remains a key growth factor. The report identifies the leading companies in the industry and provides their revenue for 2024. The market shares of each company are also included in the report. Further, business profiles, SWOT analysis, and financial analysis of each company are provided in detail. Key companies analyzed in the report include Bravo Pet Foods, Inc., Chewy, Inc., Halo, Purely for Pets, Inc., I and Love and You, LLC, Merrick Pet Care, Inc., Nature’s Variety, Inc., Nestlé Purina Petcare Company, Party Animal Pet Food, LLC, Royal Canin SAS, Tiki Pets, LLC, Wellness Pet Food, LLC, Ziwi Pets Limited.

Canned Cat Food Market Scope

Leading Segments

By Type

Beef

Poultry

Seafood

Others

By Form

Flaked

Gravy

Grilled

Morsels

By Application

Nutritional food

Growth mediators

By Availability

Specialized Pet Shops

Internet Sales

Hypermarkets

Others

By Packaging

Can

Pouch

Tray

Others

By Distribution Channel

Online

Offline

By Age

Adult

Kitten

Special Needs

By End User

Pet Owners

Pet Homes and Hostels

Others

Leading Companies

Bravo Pet Foods, Inc.

Chewy, Inc.

Halo, Purely for Pets, Inc.

I and Love and You, LLC

Merrick Pet Care, Inc.

Nature’s Variety, Inc.

Nestlé Purina Petcare Company

Party Animal Pet Food, LLC

Royal Canin SAS

Tiki Pets, LLC

Wellness Pet Food, LLC

Ziwi Pets Limited

Geographies

North America- US, Canada, Mexico

Europe- Germany, France, UK, Spain, Italy, Nordics, BeNeLux, Others

Asia Pacific- China, India, Japan, South Korea, Australia, South East Asia, Others

Latin America- Brazil, Argentina, Others

Middle East and Africa- Saudi Arabia, UAE, Other Middle East, South Africa, Other Africa

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Table of Contents

185 Pages
1. Table of Contents
List of Figures and Tables
2. Executive Summary
2.1 Key Highlights
2.1.1 Canned Cat Food Market Size Outlook, 2018-2024 and 2025-2032
2.1.2 Largest Canned Cat Food Market Types and Applications
2.1.3 Fastest Growing Segments
2.1.4 Potential Markets
2.1.5 Market Concentration
2.2 Market Scope and Segmentation
2.2.1 Market Scope- Segments
2.2.2 Market Scope- Countries
2.2.3 Macroeconomic and Demographic Outlook
2.2.4 Abbreviations
2.2.5 Units and Currency Conversions
3. Research Methodology
3.1 Primary Research Surveys
3.2 Secondary Data Sources
3.3 Data Triangulation
3.4 Forecast Methodology
3.5 Assumptions and Limitations
4. Introduction to Global Canned Cat Food Market in 2025
4.1 Industry Panorama
4.2 Leading Companies Profiled in the Study
4.3 Asia Pacific Markets offer Robust Market Prospects for New Entrants
4.4 Market Dynamics
4.4.1 Market Dynamics- Trends and Drivers
4.4.2 Market Dynamics- Opportunities and Challenges
4.5 Regional Analysis
4.6 Porter’s Five Force Analysis
4.6.1 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
4.6.2 Threat of New Entrants
4.6.3 Threat of Substitutes
4.6.4 Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.6.5 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.7 Canned Cat Food Industry Value Chain Analysis
4.7.1 Stage of Value Chain
4.7.2 Key Activities of Companies
4.7.3 Companies Included in Each Stage
4.7.4 Key Insights
5. Canned Cat Food Market Outlook to 2032
5.1 Market Size Forecast by Type, 2021-2024 and 2025-2032
5.2 Market Size Forecast by Application, 2021-2024 and 2024-2032
5.3 Market Size Forecast by Geography, 2021-2024 and 2024-2032
By Type
Beef
Poultry
Seafood
Others
By Form
Flaked
Gravy
Grilled
Morsels
By Application
Nutritional food
Growth mediators
By Availability
Specialized Pet Shops
Internet Sales
Hypermarkets
Others
By Packaging
Can
Pouch
Tray
Others
By Distribution Channel
Online
Offline
By Age
Adult
Kitten
Special Needs
By End User
Pet Owners
Pet Homes and Hostels
Others
6. Global Canned Cat Food Market Outlook across Growth Scenarios
6.1 Low Growth Scenario
6.2 Base/Reference Case
6.3 High Growth Scenario
6. North America Canned Cat Food Market Size Outlook
6.1 Key Market Statistics, 2024
6.2 North America Canned Cat Food Market Trends and Growth Opportunities
6.2.1 North America Canned Cat Food Market Outlook by Type
6.2.2 North America Canned Cat Food Market Outlook by Application
6.3 North America Canned Cat Food Market Outlook by Country
6.3.1 The US Canned Cat Food Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
6.3.2 Canada Canned Cat Food Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
6.3.3 Mexico Canned Cat Food Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
7. Europe Canned Cat Food Market Size Outlook
7.1 Key Market Statistics, 2024
7.2 Europe Canned Cat Food Market Trends and Growth Opportunities
7.2.1 Europe Canned Cat Food Market Outlook by Type
7.2.2 Europe Canned Cat Food Market Outlook by Application
7.3 Europe Canned Cat Food Market Outlook by Country
7.3.2 Germany Canned Cat Food Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
7.3.3 France Canned Cat Food Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
7.3.4 The UK Canned Cat Food Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
7.3.5 Spain Canned Cat Food Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
7.3.6 Italy Canned Cat Food Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
7.3.7 Russia Canned Cat Food Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
7.3.8 Rest of Europe Canned Cat Food Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
8. Asia Pacific Canned Cat Food Market Size Outlook
8.1 Key Market Statistics, 2024
8.2 Asia Pacific Canned Cat Food Market Trends and Growth Opportunities
8.2.1 Asia Pacific Canned Cat Food Market Outlook by Type
8.2.2 Asia Pacific Canned Cat Food Market Outlook by Application
8.3 Asia Pacific Canned Cat Food Market Outlook by Country
8.3.1 China Canned Cat Food Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
8.3.2 India Canned Cat Food Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
8.3.3 Japan Canned Cat Food Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
8.3.4 South Korea Canned Cat Food Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
8.3.5 Australia Canned Cat Food Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
8.3.6 South East Asia Canned Cat Food Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
8.3.7 Rest of Asia Pacific Canned Cat Food Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
9. South America Canned Cat Food Market Size Outlook
9.1 Key Market Statistics, 2024
9.2 South America Canned Cat Food Market Trends and Growth Opportunities
9.2.1 South America Canned Cat Food Market Outlook by Type
9.2.2 South America Canned Cat Food Market Outlook by Application
9.3 South America Canned Cat Food Market Outlook by Country
9.3.1 Brazil Canned Cat Food Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
9.3.2 Argentina Canned Cat Food Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
9.3.3 Rest of South and Central America Canned Cat Food Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
10. Middle East and Africa Canned Cat Food Market Size Outlook
10.1 Key Market Statistics, 2024
10.2 Middle East and Africa Canned Cat Food Market Trends and Growth Opportunities
10.2.1 Middle East and Africa Canned Cat Food Market Outlook by Type
10.2.2 Middle East and Africa Canned Cat Food Market Outlook by Application
10.3 Middle East and Africa Canned Cat Food Market Outlook by Country
10.3.1 Saudi Arabia Canned Cat Food Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
10.3.2 The UAE Canned Cat Food Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
10.3.3 Rest of Middle East Canned Cat Food Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
10.3.4 South Africa Canned Cat Food Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
10.3.5 Egypt Canned Cat Food Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
10.3.6 Rest of Africa Canned Cat Food Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
11. Company Profiles
11.1 Leading 10 Companies
Bravo Pet Foods, Inc.
Chewy, Inc.
Halo, Purely for Pets, Inc.
I and Love and You, LLC
Merrick Pet Care, Inc.
Nature’s Variety, Inc.
Nestlé Purina Petcare Company
Party Animal Pet Food, LLC
Royal Canin SAS
Tiki Pets, LLC
Wellness Pet Food, LLC
Ziwi Pets Limited
11.2 Overview
11.3 Products and Services
11.4 SWOT Profile
12. Appendix
12.1 Subscription Options
12.2 Customization Options
12.3 Publisher Details
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