| Product Code: ETC031484 | Publication Date: Jun 2023 | Updated Date: Oct 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 70 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 5 | |
In 2024, India saw a substantial increase in dog and cat food imports, with top exporting countries including Thailand, South Africa, Italy, Metropolitan France, and Indonesia. The market exhibited high concentration with a high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI), signaling a competitive landscape dominated by a few key players. The impressive compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.86% from 2020 to 2024 highlights the robust demand for pet food in India. Moreover, the growth rate of 10.9% from 2023 to 2024 indicates a continued upward trend in the market, offering promising opportunities for both domestic and international suppliers.
The India dog and cat food market is anticipated to witness a significant growth during the forecast period (2025-2031). Increasing pet adoption rate, growing health consciousness among the people and rising disposable incomes are some of the major factors driving the growth of this market. The introduction of innovative products such as organic-based foods, gluten free diets, high protein diets, low carbohydrate diets etc., has further propelled the demand for pet food in India. Additionally, increasing awareness about animal welfare and various initiatives taken by government organizations to promote pet adoption have also provided a boost to this industry.
Some of the key drivers fuelingthe India Dog & Cat Food Market growth include increasing pet adoption rate in urban households due to nuclear families or single person households; rising health consciousness among consumers that leads them towards healthier diet options; availability of wide varietyof products tailored for different breed types;rising disposable income levels allowing consumers topurchase premium qualityfoods;increasing awareness about animal welfare and various initiatives by government organizations to promote & encourage petadoption etc.
Introduction of Innovative Products - There has been an increase in demand for new product offerings such as organic based foods, gluten free diets and special dietary supplements designed especially for pets with specific needs like allergies or sensitive stomachs. This trend is expected to drive innovation within industry leading to more advancedproduct offerings in the future.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 India Dog and Cat Food Market Overview |
3.1 India Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 India Dog and Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 India Dog and Cat Food Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 India Dog and Cat Food Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 India Dog and Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Animal Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 India Dog and Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 India Dog and Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
4 India Dog and Cat Food Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing pet ownership and humanization of pets in India |
4.2.2 Growing awareness about pet health and nutrition |
4.2.3 Rise in disposable income and urbanization leading to higher spending on pets |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Price sensitivity among consumers in a price-sensitive market |
4.3.2 Lack of availability of quality pet food products in certain regions |
4.3.3 Regulatory challenges and import restrictions on pet food ingredients |
5 India Dog and Cat Food Market Trends |
6 India Dog and Cat Food Market, By Types |
6.1 India Dog and Cat Food Market, By Animal Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 India Dog and Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Animal Type, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 India Dog and Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Dog, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 India Dog and Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Cat, 2021-2031F |
6.2 India Dog and Cat Food Market, By Product Type |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 India Dog and Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Dry Food, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 India Dog and Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Wet/Canned Food, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 India Dog and Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Nutritious Food, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 India Dog and Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Snacks/Treats, 2021-2031F |
6.2.6 India Dog and Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
6.3 India Dog and Cat Food Market, By Distribution Channel |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 India Dog and Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Specialized Pet Shops, 2021-2031F |
6.3.3 India Dog and Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Supermarkets/Hypermarkets, 2021-2031F |
6.3.4 India Dog and Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Online Channel, 2021-2031F |
6.3.5 India Dog and Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Other Channels, 2021-2031F |
7 India Dog and Cat Food Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 India Dog and Cat Food Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 India Dog and Cat Food Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 India Dog and Cat Food Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Percentage of households owning pets in urban areas |
8.2 Number of veterinary clinics and pet care services in India |
8.3 Growth in online sales of pet food and accessories |
9 India Dog and Cat Food Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 India Dog and Cat Food Market Opportunity Assessment, By Animal Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 India Dog and Cat Food Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 India Dog and Cat Food Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
10 India Dog and Cat Food Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 India Dog and Cat Food Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 India Dog and Cat Food Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |