Dog Food Market

Dog Food Market Size Survey Report – In a Glance

As per the survey report on global Dog Food market, the market is projected to foresee a CAGR of 5.5% between 2024-2033, and further generate a market size of USD 201.7 billion by the end of 2033. In the year 2024, the market size was valued at USD 126.7 billion.

• The global Dog Food market is projected to grow on account of the increasing population of pet dogs.
• In Japan, the Dog Food market growth can be attributed to the rising consumer awareness about the positive impact on pet dog health.
• KDMI analyst’s growth analysis foresees high price of food products to challenge the market growth.
• North America, having the highest market share in the Dog Food market, is projected to dominate the global market.

Dog Food Market Analysis

Analyst’s Observation on Dog Food Market Survey

Dog food is specifically formulated food intended for consumption by dogs, it is generally made up of meats, meat byproducts, vitamins, cereals, grains, and minerals. A complete and balanced diet includes proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals; the exact composition of dog food varies widely from one manufacturer to another. Nutritional adequacy states that the food is complete and balanced for a particular life stage, such as growth, reproduction, or adult maintenance, or intended for intermittent or supplemental feeding needs. The dog food market is growing rapidly due to the increasing population of pet dogs. In the United States alone, dog owners spend nearly USD 9 billion on dog food each year. That consists of about 7 million tons of food from over 300 manufacturers. Natural Dog food company (U.K.), Colgate-Palmolive Company and Del Monte Foods Inc are some of the significant parties in the global market for Dog Food.

Analyst’s Observation on Japan Dog Food Market Survey

In Japan, the market growth for Dog Food can be attributed to the rising consumer awareness about the positive impact on pet dog health. Pet dog owners gain a greater understanding and awareness of pet eating habits, nutrition, and health. Illness and weakness remain the primary risk to the health and well-being of dogs; controlling it depends on proper intake of healthy and nutritious dog food. An aging population of pet dogs is also bringing about unique and customized food needs with increased dietary supplements. Spending money, especially on customized dog food for different reasons, is growing in the country. Japan ranked as the ninth-largest Dog food market globally, with a value of US 4.2 billion in 2023. DevSamura, KYOEI INDUSTRY CO LTD, and JAPAN PET DESIGN CO LTD are some of the significant parties in the market for Dog Food in Japan.

Dog Food Market Growth Drivers and Challenges

Growth Drivers

Increasing dog adoption: Globally, voluminous families have pet dogs, and they are looking for dogs for their joy and loyal companions, and the ownership of dogs has been steadily increasing over the last couple of decades. There is a growing awareness about the importance of dog health and fitness, many pet owners purchase premium pet food. Manufactured pet food is made with dog-friendly ingredients that support the signs of good health. Every dog’s nutritional need varies based on its age and level of activity. Customized dog foods are easily available in the market and have gained in popularity. The United States is known for having the largest number of pet dogs, this number includes 76 million dogs adopted in 2022.These figures show the increased demand for dog food.

Rising Demand for Nutrition and Packed Dog Food: Pet owners are balancing healthy options for their pets with convenience. The majority of pet owners choose dry pet food which is ready to eat over wet dog food, because dry pet food tends to be less expensive and easier to store, overall owners want the healthiest options, balanced with affordability and convenience. In United States, the majority (81%) of dog owners fed their dog “Kibble” which is ready to eat dog food as the primary diet component over the home-cooked diet. Dog owners invest most of their pet expenses in dog food as they are worried about their dogs' well-being and are looking for products that help for dog’s good health. Health-conscious attitudes among pet owners have become a key factor enhancing the dog food market.

Restraint Factors

High price of food products: Dog food products are easily available but at a higher cost in retail and online stores. As a result the lower class and middle class income group cannot afford these products. This can cause pet owners to choose other types of dog food such as home cooked food to tackle the dog’s health, and it is hampering the dog food market growth.

Limited awareness and education: Limited awareness among pet owners concerning the importance of dog food and health, despite the increased interest in the health and well-being of pet dogs. The nutrition based dog food offers good health and long life to dogs, many dog owners are unaware about it. They are unable to understand the connection between diet, nutrition and the well-being of their dogs, which might result in a lack of investment in dog food products.

Dog Food Market Segmentation

Our experts at KD Market Insights have segmented the global Dog Food market research report as:

Dog Food Market Regional Synopsis

North America having the largest market share in Dog Food and is majorly driven by the highest rates of dog ownership in the world. Many families have dogs, which drives the demand for dog food products widely. There is a growing awareness in the United States and Canada about the importance of pet health and nutrition. The North American region has well-developed veterinary clinics and many pet civil services that guide pet parents about pet dog food and nutrition. Growing awareness about dog food in the North American region drives the market growth of dog food. In the United States of America, about 70% of all American households own a pet, and around 63 million have at least one dog, which shows the increased need for dog food products. Canada is home to several reputable dog food brands that prioritize quality ingredients and nutritional excellence and offer some of the best dog food in the world. In 2023, Canada exported to the world a total of Can$963.3 million (217.1 thousand tonnes) in dog food products.

Asia Pacific's growing with the fastest CAGR in the Dog Food market is majorly driven by the increased number of dog owners purchasing premium healthy meals for their pets. Spending on dog foods has increased in this region because of rising incomes and the trend of urbanization. Dog owners demand premium quality dog food items, including organic, grain-free, ready-to-eat, and customized dog food products as pet humanization increased in the region. In the Asia Pacific region, China has the largest number of dogs. In 2022, 27.4 million pet dogs were recorded in China which is an increase from the previous year. The largest category of pet food in India, in terms of retail value sales in 2023, was dog food with values of US$539.0 million (85.6% market share). In Japan and Australia, rising consumer awareness about the positive impact on pet dog health is driving the market growth of dog food.

In Europe, Dog ownership has grown rapidly over the last decade. The famous dog breeds among pet owners in Europe in recent years were Labrador retrievers, bulldogs, and German shepherds popular than other dog varieties, it is anticipated that the various dog diets would improve pet food sales in Europe.

In Latin America, urban region dog owners highly value the convenience factor when looking for ways to buy dog food items for their pet dog. Increasing disposable incomes and urbanization in Latin America are driving demand for quality pet nutrition.

Middle East and Africa regions, experiencing significant growth in dog food as supermarkets and hypermarkets are easily provide dog food choices from various categories, and it is accessible to consumers from different income levels.

As per our analysts at KD Market Insights, the following five players lead North America having the highest market share Dog Food market growth:

• Colgate-Palmolive Company (U.S.)
• Del Monte Foods Inc. (U.S.)
• Canidae (U.S.)
• The J.M. Smucker Company (U.S.)
• Diamond Pet Foods, Inc. (U.S.)

Dog Food Market Competitive Landscape

Some of the key players who top the global Dog Food market share:

• Canidae (U.S.)
• Natural Dog food company (U.K.)
• Colgate-Palmolive Company (U.S.)
• Del Monte Foods Inc. (U.S.)
• Royal Canin (France)
• Hill's Pet Nutrition, Inc.(U.S.)
• The J.M. Smucker Company (U.S.)
• Diamond Pet Foods, Inc. (U.S.)
• Heristo Aktiengesellschaft (Germany)
• Simmon Pet Food, Inc. (U.S.)

1. Executive Summary
   1. Market Overview
   2. Key Findings
   3. Market Trends
   4. Market Outlook
2. Introduction
   1. Scope of the Report
   2. Research Methodology
   3. Definitions and Assumptions
   4. Acronyms and Abbreviations
3. Market Dynamics
   1. Drivers
   2. Restraints
   3. Opportunities
   4. Challenges
4. Global Dog Food Market
   1. Market Overview
   2. Market Size and Forecast
   3. Market Segmentation
      1. By Product
      2. By Pricing
      3. By Ingredient
      4. By Application
      5. Distribution Channel
      6. By Region
5. Market Segmentation by Product
   1. Dry Dog Food
   2. Dog Treats
   3. Wet Dog Food
   4. Others
6. Market Segmentation by Pricing
   1. Premium Products
   2. Mass Products
   3. Others
7. Market Segmentation by Ingredient
   1. Animal Derived
   2. Plant Derived
   3. Others
8. Market Segmentation by Application
   1. Adult Dog
   2. Puppy
   3. Others
9. Market Segmentation by Distribution Channel
   1. Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
   2. Specialty Stores
   3. Online
   4. Others[V-KM1] 
10. Regional Analysis
    1. North America
       1. United States
          1. Market Size and Forecast
          2. Key Trends and Developments
          3. Market Analysis by Product, Pricing, Ingredient, Application, and Distribution Channel
       2. Canada
          1. Market Size and Forecast
          2. Key Trends and Developments
          3. Market Analysis by Product, Pricing, Ingredient, Application, and Distribution Channel
       3. Mexico
          1. Market Size and Forecast
          2. Key Trends and Developments
          3. Market Analysis by Product, Pricing, Ingredient, Application, and Distribution Channel
    2. Europe
       1. United Kingdom
          1. Market Size and Forecast
          2. Key Trends and Developments
          3. Market Analysis by Product, Pricing, Ingredient, Application, and Distribution Channel
       2. Germany
          1. Market Size and Forecast
          2. Key Trends and Developments
          3. Market Analysis by Product, Pricing, Ingredient, Application, and Distribution Channel
       3. France
          1. Market Size and Forecast
          2. Key Trends and Developments
          3. Market Analysis by Product, Pricing, Ingredient, Application, and Distribution Channel
       4. Italy
          1. Market Size and Forecast
          2. Key Trends and Developments
          3. Market Analysis by Product, Pricing, Ingredient, Application, and Distribution Channel
       5. Spain
          1. Market Size and Forecast
          2. Key Trends and Developments
          3. Market Analysis by Product, Pricing, Ingredient, Application, and Distribution Channel
       6. Rest of Europe
          1. Market Size and Forecast
          2. Key Trends and Developments
          3. Market Analysis by Product, Pricing, Ingredient, Application, and Distribution Channel
    3. Asia Pacific
       1. China
          1. Market Size and Forecast
          2. Key Trends and Developments
          3. Market Analysis by Product, Pricing, Ingredient, Application, and Distribution Channel
       2. Japan
          1. Market Size and Forecast
          2. Key Trends and Developments
          3. Market Analysis by Product, Pricing, Ingredient, Application, and Distribution Channel
       3. India
          1. Market Size and Forecast
          2. Key Trends and Developments
          3. Market Analysis by Product, Pricing, Ingredient, Application, and Distribution Channel
       4. Australia
          1. Market Size and Forecast
          2. Key Trends and Developments
          3. Market Analysis by Product, Pricing, Ingredient, Application, and Distribution Channel
       5. South Korea
          1. Market Size and Forecast
          2. Key Trends and Developments
          3. Market Analysis by Product, Pricing, Ingredient, Application, and Distribution Channel
       6. Rest of Asia Pacific
          1. Market Size and Forecast
          2. Key Trends and Developments
          3. Market Analysis by Product, Pricing, Ingredient, Application, and Distribution Channel
    4. Latin America
       1. Brazil
          1. Market Size and Forecast
          2. Key Trends and Developments
          3. Market Analysis by Product, Pricing, Ingredient, Application, and Distribution Channel
       2. Argentina
          1. Market Size and Forecast
          2. Key Trends and Developments
          3. Market Analysis by Product, Pricing, Ingredient, Application, and Distribution Channel
       3. Colombia
          1. Market Size and Forecast
          2. Key Trends and Developments
          3. Market Analysis by Product, Pricing, Ingredient, Application, and Distribution Channel
       4. Rest of Latin America
          1. Market Size and Forecast
          2. Key Trends and Developments
          3.               Market Analysis by Product, Pricing, Ingredient, Application, and Distribution Channel
    5. Middle East & Africa
       1. South Africa
          1. Market Size and Forecast
          2. Key Trends and Developments
          3. Market Analysis by Product, Pricing, Ingredient, Application, and Distribution Channel
       2. Saudi Arabia
          1. Market Size and Forecast
          2. Key Trends and Developments
          3. Market Analysis by Product, Pricing, Ingredient, Application, and Distribution Channel
       3. UAE
          1. Market Size and Forecast
          2. Key Trends and Developments
          3. Market Analysis by Product, Pricing, Ingredient, Application, and Distribution Channel
       4. Rest of Middle East & Africa
          1. Market Size and Forecast
          2. Key Trends and Developments
          3. Market Analysis by Product, Pricing, Ingredient, Application, and Distribution Channel
11. Competitive Landscape
    1. Market Share Analysis
    2. Company Profiles
       1. All Company Names
          1. Canidae (U.S.)
          2. Natural Dog food company (U.K.)
          3. Colgate-Palmolive Company (U.S.)
          4. Del Monte Foods Inc. (U.S.)
          5. Royal Canin (France)
          6. Hill's Pet Nutrition, Inc.(U.S.)
          7. The J.M. Smucker Company (U.S.)
          8. Diamond Pet Foods, Inc. (U.S.)
          9. Heristo Aktiengesellschaft (Germany)
          10. Simmon Pet Food, Inc. (U.S.)
12. Strategic Recommendations
13. Appendix
    1. List of Tables
    2. List of Figures
14. References