Global Cat Food and Snack Market Size To Exceed USD 69.60 Billion by 2035 | CAGR 5.48%
Category: Food & BeveragesGlobal Cat Food and Snack Market Size To Exceed USD 69.60 Billion by 2035 | CAGR 5.48%
According to a Research Report Published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, The Global Cat Food and Snack Market Size is Expected to Grow from USD 38.71 Billion in 2024 to USD 69.60 Billion by 2035, at a CAGR of 5.48% during the forecast period 2025-2035.
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Browse key industry insights spread across 240 pages with 120 Market data tables and figures & charts from the report on the "Global Cat Food and Snack Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Product Type (Dry Cat Food, Wet Cat Food and Cat Treats and Snacks), By Ingredient Type (Animal-Derived, Plant-Derived and Synthetic), By Distribution Channel (Online Stores, Supermarkets/Hypermarkets, Pet Specialty Stores, and Others), and By Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa), Analysis and Forecast 2025 – 2035." Get Detailed Report Description Here: https://www.sphericalinsights.com/reports/cat-food-and-snack-market
The cat snack and food industry is a firm engaged in producing, distributing, and selling pet food and snack products for home cats. Moreover, with the growth of pet ownership globally, especially in urban areas, cat food and snacks are expanding. Increasing individuals, particularly Gen Z and millennials, are opting for cats as pets, thus directly increasing pet food product consumption. Cats are being increasingly regarded as members of the family, and this has resulted in increased demand for high-quality, nutritious, and even gourmet cat food products. Pet owners are opting for health-oriented, organic, and premium products for their cats, driving market growth. Companies are continuously innovating by launching new flavors, textures, and formulations that address specific requirements, including grain-free, organic, and raw food diets. These innovations assist in drawing a wider variety of consumers and retaining them in the market. However, controversies or recalls due to ingredient safety in pet food, including contamination or poor production processes, can lead to mistrust among consumers. Pet owners are increasingly being careful about the food they buy for their pets, affecting overall market growth and sales.
The dry cat food segment dominated the market in 2024 and is projected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period.
Based on the product type, the cat food and snack market is divided into dry cat food, wet cat food, and cat treats and snacks. Among these, the dry cat food segment dominated the market in 2024 and is projected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period. The growth is attributed to dry cat food is convenient to store and handle because it has a long shelf life. It does not need refrigeration, which also increases its convenience level for pet owners. It can also be easily used for feeding cats while in transit or for portion management.
The animal-derived segment accounted for a significant share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at the fastest CAGR during the forecast period.
Based on the ingredient type, the cat food and snack market is divided into animal-derived, plant-derived, and synthetic. Among these, the animal-derived segment accounted for a significant share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at the fastest CAGR during the forecast period. The segmental growth is due to animal-based proteins being regarded as superior for cat nutrition about plant-based proteins. They offer key amino acids such as taurine and arginine, which are responsible for heart, eye, and immune function. This renders animal-based ingredients extremely desirable in high-end and specialty cat food, propelling their share.
The supermarkets/hypermarkets segment accounted for the highest share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.
Based on the distribution channel, the cat food and snack market is divided into online stores, supermarkets/hypermarkets, pet specialty stores, and others. Among these, the supermarkets/hypermarkets segment accounted for the highest share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The growth is driven by supermarkets and hypermarkets that stock a wide range of cat food and snacks from numerous brands, satisfying diverse customer tastes. From high-end to economy, these outlets stock a variety that suits a broad consumer group. The convenience of being able to source various product types at a single location renders them extremely desirable for pet owners.
Europe is expected to hold the majority share of the global cat food and snack market during the forecast period.
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Europe is expected to hold the majority share of the global cat food and snack market during the forecast period. Europe's prevalent pet culture in nations such as Germany, France, and the UK fosters high demand for premium cat treats and snacks. Pet owners more and more embrace pets as members of their household, promoting the demand for organic, human-grade, and health-oriented products. This trend toward humanization provokes functional foods innovation, aiding Europe in positioning itself as number one both in product value and market variety.
Asia Pacific is anticipated to grow at the fastest pace in the global cat food and snack market during the forecast period. As Asian Pacific cities expand and urbanization prevails, growing numbers of individuals, particularly young adults, are opting to have cats as their pets of choice. Lacking space for dogs in condominiums and urban lifestyles, people find cats a more convenient alternative. This expansion in cat-keeping is boosting the demand in the region for convenient, sanitary, and balanced cat food and snacks.
North America is predicted to hold a significant share of the cat food and snack market throughout the estimated period. North America, particularly the U.S. and Canada, boasts a high incidence of cat ownership due to a robust pet-friendliness culture. Such ubiquitous companionship spurs steady demand for cat food and snacks and drives steady market expansion and continuous product innovation.
Major vendors in the global cat food and snack market are Mars Petcare, Nestlé Purina PetCare, Hill's Pet Nutrition, The J.M. Smucker Company, Blue Buffalo Co., Ltd., Diamond Pet Foods, Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc., WellPet LLC, Nutro Products, Inc., Royal Canin, Colgate-Palmolive Company, Champion Petfoods, Others.
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- Government Authorities
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- Value-Added Resellers (VARs)
Recent Development
- In August 2024, Wild Earth introduced its first-ever complete nutrition vegan wet cat food, Unicorn Pate, to meet the increasing need for plant-based pet food.
- In July 2024, Umami Bioworks, in partnership with Friends & Family Pet Food, created the first cat treats on the planet produced from cultivated fish, formulated with microalgae and cultured proteins of the highest quality.
Market Segment
This study forecasts revenue at the global, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the cat food and snack market based on the below-mentioned segments:
Global Cat Food and Snack Market, By Product Type
- Dry Cat Food
- Wet Cat Food
- Cat Treats and Snacks
Global Cat Food and Snack Market, By Ingredient Type
- Animal-Derived
- Plant-Derived
- Synthetic
Global Cat Food and Snack Market, By Distribution Channel
- Online Stores
- Supermarkets/Hypermarkets
- Pet Specialty Stores
- Others
Global Cat Food and Snack Market, By Regional Analysis
- North America
- US
- Canada
- Mexico
- Europe
- Germany
- UK
- France
- Italy
- Spain
- Russia
- Rest of Europe
- Asia Pacific
- China
- Japan
- India
- South Korea
- Australia
- Rest of Asia Pacific
- South America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Rest of South America
- Middle East & Africa
- UAE
- Saudi Arabia
- Qatar
- South Africa
- Rest of the Middle East & Africa
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