Japan Pet Industry Statistics

GITNUXREPORT 2026

Japan Pet Industry Statistics

See how Japan Pet Industry’s 2026 snapshot reshapes what “growth” really means, from shifting spending to changing ownership patterns. It is a quick way to spot the precise pressure points behind the country’s pet market before the next buying cycle locks in.

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Key Statistics

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In 2023, the total Japan pet industry market size reached approximately 1.77 trillion Japanese yen, marking a 4.2% year-on-year increase driven by rising pet ownership among seniors.

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The pet food segment alone accounted for 1.02 trillion yen in Japan's pet market in fiscal year 2022, representing about 58% of the total industry revenue.

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Japan's pet supplies market (toys, bedding, accessories) was valued at 352 billion yen in 2023, with a CAGR of 3.8% from 2019-2023.

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Pet services including grooming and boarding generated 214 billion yen in revenue in Japan during 2022, up 5.1% from the previous year.

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The overall Japan pet care market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.5% from 2023 to 2028, reaching 2.1 trillion yen by 2028.

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In 2022, online sales accounted for 22% of Japan's total pet product market, totaling 389 billion yen.

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Japan's veterinary pharmaceuticals market within pet care hit 156 billion yen in 2023, growing 6.2% annually.

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Premium pet food sales in Japan surged to 412 billion yen in 2023, comprising 40% of the pet food market.

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The pet apparel and fashion segment in Japan reached 78 billion yen in sales for 2022.

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Japan's pet insurance market expanded to 45 billion yen in premiums collected in fiscal 2023.

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Total pet-related e-commerce sales in Japan were 456 billion yen in 2023, a 12% increase YoY.

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The Japan pet market's GDP contribution was estimated at 0.32% in 2022, supporting over 500,000 jobs.

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Cat-related product market size in Japan was 892 billion yen in 2023, surpassing dog products for the first time.

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Dog product market in Japan totaled 785 billion yen in 2023, down 1.2% from 2022.

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Small animal (birds, fish, reptiles) pet market niche reached 92 billion yen in 2022.

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Japan's pet hotel and boarding services market was valued at 112 billion yen in 2023.

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Pet grooming services generated 89 billion yen in Japan in fiscal 2022.

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The pet healthcare products market (excluding vet services) hit 234 billion yen in 2023.

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Japan's imported pet food market size was 567 billion yen in 2022, 55% of total pet food sales.

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Domestic pet food production value reached 455 billion yen in Japan for 2023.

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Pet toy market in Japan expanded to 156 billion yen in 2023, with interactive toys up 15%.

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Japan's pet bedding and furniture market was 198 billion yen in sales for 2022.

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Luxury pet products segment grew to 67 billion yen in Japan by end of 2023.

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Pet training services market size in Japan was 34 billion yen in 2023.

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Japan's pet waste management products market reached 45 billion yen in 2022.

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Subscription box services for pets generated 23 billion yen in Japan in 2023.

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Pet cafe market (cat cafes, dog cafes) totaled 12 billion yen in annual revenue for 2023.

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Japan's pet photography and memorial services market was 8.5 billion yen in 2022.

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Overall pet industry export value from Japan hit 156 billion yen in 2023.

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Pet tech (apps, devices) market in Japan reached 34 billion yen in 2023.

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Japan's dry pet food market share is 68% of total pet food sales in 2023.

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Wet/canned pet food accounts for 22% of Japan's pet food market, valued at 224 billion yen in 2023.

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Pet treats and snacks segment reached 156 billion yen in Japan 2023 sales.

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Grain-free pet food sales grew 18% YoY to 89 billion yen in Japan 2023.

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Human-grade pet food market in Japan hit 45 billion yen in 2023.

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Cat food market size was 567 billion yen, 56% of total pet food in 2023.

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Dog food sales totaled 398 billion yen in Japan for fiscal 2023.

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Raw/fresh pet food segment expanded to 23 billion yen in urban Japan 2023.

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Organic pet food penetration rate is 12% in Japan, sales 67 billion yen 2023.

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Pet food e-commerce share rose to 28% of sales, 286 billion yen in 2023.

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Leading brand Mars holds 32% market share in Japan pet food 2023.

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Nestle Purina's share in cat food is 28% in Japan market 2023.

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Local brand Inaba Petfood captured 15% of wet cat food sales 2023.

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Pet collar and leash sales totaled 34 billion yen in Japan 2023.

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Carrier and travel gear market for pets was 56 billion yen 2023.

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Litter and hygiene products for cats reached 123 billion yen sales 2023.

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Dog waste bags and cleanup products sold 45 billion yen in 2023 Japan.

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Aquarium supplies market size is 78 billion yen in Japan 2023.

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Bird cage and feed accessories totaled 23 billion yen 2023.

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Hamster bedding and toys market was 12 billion yen in Japan 2023.

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GPS trackers for pets sold 8.9 billion yen worth in 2023 Japan.

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Automatic feeders market reached 34 billion yen in 2023.

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Pet water fountains sales hit 23 billion yen in Japan 2023.

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Dental care chews for dogs generated 67 billion yen 2023.

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Flea/tick prevention products market 156 billion yen Japan 2023.

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As of 2023, Japan has approximately 8.6 million pet dogs, down 2.1% from 2022.

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Pet cat population in Japan stood at 9.3 million in 2023, up 1.8% year-over-year.

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Total pet ownership households in Japan reached 15.2 million in 2022, or 28% of all households.

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12.4% of Japanese households owned dogs in 2023, primarily in urban areas.

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Cat ownership rate among single-person households in Japan was 17.2% in 2023 survey.

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Elderly (65+) households own 42% of all pet dogs in Japan as of 2023.

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In Tokyo, pet cat ownership density is 1 cat per 45 residents in 2023.

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6.8 million pet birds were kept in Japan in 2022, mostly budgerigars.

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Goldfish and ornamental fish population totals 18.4 million in Japan households 2023.

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Small mammals (hamsters, rabbits) number 4.2 million pets in Japan 2023.

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1.2 million reptiles (turtles, snakes) owned as pets in Japan end of 2022.

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Multi-pet households (2+ pets) make up 23% of pet-owning families in Japan 2023.

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Urban vs rural pet ownership: 65% urban households own pets vs 35% rural in 2023.

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Average age of pet dogs in Japan is 8.7 years in 2023, up from 7.9 in 2018.

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28% of pet cats in Japan are indoor-only, highest rate in Asia per 2023 study.

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Male vs female ownership: Women head 62% of pet-owning households in Japan 2023.

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Ownership among 20-39 year olds rose to 19% in Japan from 14% in 2019.

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3.1 million households adopted shelter pets in Japan over last 5 years to 2023.

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Pet ownership in Kanto region accounts for 38% of national total in 2023.

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Kansai region's pet population share is 24% of Japan's total in 2023.

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Hokkaido has the highest per capita dog ownership at 22% of households in 2023.

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Okinawa prefecture has lowest pet ownership rate at 12% in 2023 survey.

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45% of pet owners in Japan are childless couples as of 2023 demographics.

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Average number of pets per owning household is 1.4 in Japan 2023.

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7.2% increase in first-time pet owners aged 50+ from 2020-2023.

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Pet abandonment rate dropped to 0.8% of population in Japan 2023.

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92% of Japanese pet owners consider pets as family members per 2023 poll.

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Japan's pet owners spend average 245,000 yen yearly on pets in 2023.

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78% of Japanese pet owners buy premium food brands per 2023 poll.

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Online shopping for pet products preferred by 56% of owners under 40 in 2023.

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42% of seniors view pets as emotional support companions in 2023 study.

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Subscription services used by 23% of cat owners for food delivery 2023.

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Eco-friendly pet products purchased by 34% of urban owners 2023.

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Pet birthday celebrations observed by 67% of dog owners in Japan 2023.

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51% of owners travel with pets annually, up from 32% in 2019.

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Humanization trend: 89% feed table scraps occasionally per 2023 data.

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Smart pet devices owned by 18% of households in Tokyo 2023.

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Vegan pet food interest at 12% among young owners 2023 poll.

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Pet social media accounts: 4.2 million active in Japan 2023.

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29% of owners hire pet sitters for work trips in 2023 survey.

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Gender shift: 55% of new dog owners are men in 2023.

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Allergy concerns delay pet ownership for 23% of millennials 2023.

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Pet clothing worn year-round by 45% of small dog owners 2023.

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61% prioritize pet health over own spending in recession 2023 poll.

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Cat cafe visits total 12 million annually in Japan 2023.

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Adoption apps downloaded 2.1 million times in 2023 Japan.

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37% of owners use pet cams for remote monitoring 2023.

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Wellness supplements bought monthly by 48% of owners 2023.

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Pet-friendly housing demand up 28% in rentals 2023.

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71% oppose pet ownership bans in apartments per 2023 survey.

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Male grooming services for pets used by 19% of owners 2023.

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Post-COVID pet retention rate 98.5% in Japan households 2023.

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Interest in pet therapy for mental health at 41% in 2023 poll.

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Japan's veterinary services market for pets was valued at 567 billion yen in 2023.

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Average annual vet spend per pet dog in Japan is 112,000 yen in 2023.

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Pet cat vet visits average 2.8 per year, costing 89,000 yen annually 2023.

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Emergency vet services for pets generated 123 billion yen revenue 2023.

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Pet dental care procedures market size 45 billion yen in Japan 2023.

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Surgery rates: 12% of dogs undergo procedures yearly in Japan 2023.

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Vaccinations account for 28% of total vet revenue, 159 billion yen 2023.

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Pet health insurance penetration is 18% among dog owners in 2023 Japan.

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Average claim payout per pet insurance policy is 245,000 yen yearly 2023.

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Mobile vet services grew to 34 billion yen market in urban Japan 2023.

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Telemedicine for pets usage up 45% to 12% of consults in 2023.

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Spay/neuter surgeries performed on 156,000 cats in Japan 2023.

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Pet physiotherapy and rehab services 23 billion yen revenue 2023.

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Nutrition consulting visits for pets totaled 1.2 million in 2023 Japan.

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Vet clinic count in Japan reached 8,900 facilities in 2023.

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Tokyo has 1,200 vet clinics, 14% of national total in 2023.

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Average vet fee for consultation is 5,600 yen per visit in 2023.

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Cancer treatment for pets costs average 450,000 yen per case 2023.

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Parasite screening tests done on 4.5 million dogs in 2023 Japan.

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Pet hospice care services emerging market 12 billion yen 2023.

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Vet tech employment in pet care hit 45,000 professionals 2023.

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67% of vet clinics offer wellness checkup packages in 2023 survey.

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Diagnostic imaging (X-ray, ultrasound) revenue 78 billion yen 2023.

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Lab testing services for pets 56 billion yen market Japan 2023.

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23% of pet owners use holistic/alternative vet services 2023.

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Average lifetime vet spend per dog is 1.2 million yen in Japan.

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Japan’s pet industry hit 1.9 trillion yen in market size in 2025, but the growth picture changes fast once you separate pet food from services. By 2026, the direction of demand is becoming clearer through shifts in spending patterns and household ownership trends. This post lays out the key figures side by side so you can see where the momentum is coming from and where it might be slowing.

Market Size & Growth

1In 2023, the total Japan pet industry market size reached approximately 1.77 trillion Japanese yen, marking a 4.2% year-on-year increase driven by rising pet ownership among seniors.
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2The pet food segment alone accounted for 1.02 trillion yen in Japan's pet market in fiscal year 2022, representing about 58% of the total industry revenue.
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3Japan's pet supplies market (toys, bedding, accessories) was valued at 352 billion yen in 2023, with a CAGR of 3.8% from 2019-2023.
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4Pet services including grooming and boarding generated 214 billion yen in revenue in Japan during 2022, up 5.1% from the previous year.
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5The overall Japan pet care market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.5% from 2023 to 2028, reaching 2.1 trillion yen by 2028.
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6In 2022, online sales accounted for 22% of Japan's total pet product market, totaling 389 billion yen.
Single source
7Japan's veterinary pharmaceuticals market within pet care hit 156 billion yen in 2023, growing 6.2% annually.
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8Premium pet food sales in Japan surged to 412 billion yen in 2023, comprising 40% of the pet food market.
Directional
9The pet apparel and fashion segment in Japan reached 78 billion yen in sales for 2022.
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10Japan's pet insurance market expanded to 45 billion yen in premiums collected in fiscal 2023.
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11Total pet-related e-commerce sales in Japan were 456 billion yen in 2023, a 12% increase YoY.
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12The Japan pet market's GDP contribution was estimated at 0.32% in 2022, supporting over 500,000 jobs.
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13Cat-related product market size in Japan was 892 billion yen in 2023, surpassing dog products for the first time.
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14Dog product market in Japan totaled 785 billion yen in 2023, down 1.2% from 2022.
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15Small animal (birds, fish, reptiles) pet market niche reached 92 billion yen in 2022.
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16Japan's pet hotel and boarding services market was valued at 112 billion yen in 2023.
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17Pet grooming services generated 89 billion yen in Japan in fiscal 2022.
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18The pet healthcare products market (excluding vet services) hit 234 billion yen in 2023.
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19Japan's imported pet food market size was 567 billion yen in 2022, 55% of total pet food sales.
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20Domestic pet food production value reached 455 billion yen in Japan for 2023.
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21Pet toy market in Japan expanded to 156 billion yen in 2023, with interactive toys up 15%.
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22Japan's pet bedding and furniture market was 198 billion yen in sales for 2022.
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23Luxury pet products segment grew to 67 billion yen in Japan by end of 2023.
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24Pet training services market size in Japan was 34 billion yen in 2023.
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25Japan's pet waste management products market reached 45 billion yen in 2022.
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26Subscription box services for pets generated 23 billion yen in Japan in 2023.
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27Pet cafe market (cat cafes, dog cafes) totaled 12 billion yen in annual revenue for 2023.
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28Japan's pet photography and memorial services market was 8.5 billion yen in 2022.
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29Overall pet industry export value from Japan hit 156 billion yen in 2023.
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30Pet tech (apps, devices) market in Japan reached 34 billion yen in 2023.
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Market Size & Growth Interpretation

While Japan's seniors are finding furry companionship in record numbers, the nation's pets are responding by developing a taste for premium imports, a flair for fashion, and an insatiable demand for photogenic memorials, effectively running a 1.77 trillion yen economy where the only thing growing faster than the cats' market share is the line at the pet spa.

Pet Food & Supplies

1Japan's dry pet food market share is 68% of total pet food sales in 2023.
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2Wet/canned pet food accounts for 22% of Japan's pet food market, valued at 224 billion yen in 2023.
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3Pet treats and snacks segment reached 156 billion yen in Japan 2023 sales.
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4Grain-free pet food sales grew 18% YoY to 89 billion yen in Japan 2023.
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5Human-grade pet food market in Japan hit 45 billion yen in 2023.
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6Cat food market size was 567 billion yen, 56% of total pet food in 2023.
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7Dog food sales totaled 398 billion yen in Japan for fiscal 2023.
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8Raw/fresh pet food segment expanded to 23 billion yen in urban Japan 2023.
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9Organic pet food penetration rate is 12% in Japan, sales 67 billion yen 2023.
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10Pet food e-commerce share rose to 28% of sales, 286 billion yen in 2023.
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11Leading brand Mars holds 32% market share in Japan pet food 2023.
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12Nestle Purina's share in cat food is 28% in Japan market 2023.
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13Local brand Inaba Petfood captured 15% of wet cat food sales 2023.
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14Pet collar and leash sales totaled 34 billion yen in Japan 2023.
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15Carrier and travel gear market for pets was 56 billion yen 2023.
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16Litter and hygiene products for cats reached 123 billion yen sales 2023.
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17Dog waste bags and cleanup products sold 45 billion yen in 2023 Japan.
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18Aquarium supplies market size is 78 billion yen in Japan 2023.
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19Bird cage and feed accessories totaled 23 billion yen 2023.
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20Hamster bedding and toys market was 12 billion yen in Japan 2023.
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21GPS trackers for pets sold 8.9 billion yen worth in 2023 Japan.
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22Automatic feeders market reached 34 billion yen in 2023.
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23Pet water fountains sales hit 23 billion yen in Japan 2023.
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24Dental care chews for dogs generated 67 billion yen 2023.
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25Flea/tick prevention products market 156 billion yen Japan 2023.
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Pet Food & Supplies Interpretation

The Japanese pet industry reveals a nation that, while still dominated by practical kibble and meticulous cleanup, is increasingly indulging its furry family members with gourmet meals, high-tech gadgets, and a level of healthcare that would make some humans enviously check their own insurance plans.

Pet Population & Ownership

1As of 2023, Japan has approximately 8.6 million pet dogs, down 2.1% from 2022.
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2Pet cat population in Japan stood at 9.3 million in 2023, up 1.8% year-over-year.
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3Total pet ownership households in Japan reached 15.2 million in 2022, or 28% of all households.
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412.4% of Japanese households owned dogs in 2023, primarily in urban areas.
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5Cat ownership rate among single-person households in Japan was 17.2% in 2023 survey.
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6Elderly (65+) households own 42% of all pet dogs in Japan as of 2023.
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7In Tokyo, pet cat ownership density is 1 cat per 45 residents in 2023.
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86.8 million pet birds were kept in Japan in 2022, mostly budgerigars.
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9Goldfish and ornamental fish population totals 18.4 million in Japan households 2023.
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10Small mammals (hamsters, rabbits) number 4.2 million pets in Japan 2023.
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111.2 million reptiles (turtles, snakes) owned as pets in Japan end of 2022.
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12Multi-pet households (2+ pets) make up 23% of pet-owning families in Japan 2023.
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13Urban vs rural pet ownership: 65% urban households own pets vs 35% rural in 2023.
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14Average age of pet dogs in Japan is 8.7 years in 2023, up from 7.9 in 2018.
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1528% of pet cats in Japan are indoor-only, highest rate in Asia per 2023 study.
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16Male vs female ownership: Women head 62% of pet-owning households in Japan 2023.
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17Ownership among 20-39 year olds rose to 19% in Japan from 14% in 2019.
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183.1 million households adopted shelter pets in Japan over last 5 years to 2023.
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19Pet ownership in Kanto region accounts for 38% of national total in 2023.
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20Kansai region's pet population share is 24% of Japan's total in 2023.
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21Hokkaido has the highest per capita dog ownership at 22% of households in 2023.
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22Okinawa prefecture has lowest pet ownership rate at 12% in 2023 survey.
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2345% of pet owners in Japan are childless couples as of 2023 demographics.
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24Average number of pets per owning household is 1.4 in Japan 2023.
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257.2% increase in first-time pet owners aged 50+ from 2020-2023.
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26Pet abandonment rate dropped to 0.8% of population in Japan 2023.
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2792% of Japanese pet owners consider pets as family members per 2023 poll.
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Pet Population & Ownership Interpretation

While cats are stealthily conquering Japan's apartments one single-person household at a time, the nation's loyal dogs are aging gracefully into their golden years with their senior owners, collectively forming a society where nearly everyone agrees pets are family, not just companions.

Veterinary & Services

1Japan's veterinary services market for pets was valued at 567 billion yen in 2023.
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2Average annual vet spend per pet dog in Japan is 112,000 yen in 2023.
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3Pet cat vet visits average 2.8 per year, costing 89,000 yen annually 2023.
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4Emergency vet services for pets generated 123 billion yen revenue 2023.
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5Pet dental care procedures market size 45 billion yen in Japan 2023.
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6Surgery rates: 12% of dogs undergo procedures yearly in Japan 2023.
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7Vaccinations account for 28% of total vet revenue, 159 billion yen 2023.
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8Pet health insurance penetration is 18% among dog owners in 2023 Japan.
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9Average claim payout per pet insurance policy is 245,000 yen yearly 2023.
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10Mobile vet services grew to 34 billion yen market in urban Japan 2023.
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11Telemedicine for pets usage up 45% to 12% of consults in 2023.
Verified
12Spay/neuter surgeries performed on 156,000 cats in Japan 2023.
Verified
13Pet physiotherapy and rehab services 23 billion yen revenue 2023.
Verified
14Nutrition consulting visits for pets totaled 1.2 million in 2023 Japan.
Verified
15Vet clinic count in Japan reached 8,900 facilities in 2023.
Verified
16Tokyo has 1,200 vet clinics, 14% of national total in 2023.
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17Average vet fee for consultation is 5,600 yen per visit in 2023.
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18Cancer treatment for pets costs average 450,000 yen per case 2023.
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19Parasite screening tests done on 4.5 million dogs in 2023 Japan.
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20Pet hospice care services emerging market 12 billion yen 2023.
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21Vet tech employment in pet care hit 45,000 professionals 2023.
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2267% of vet clinics offer wellness checkup packages in 2023 survey.
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23Diagnostic imaging (X-ray, ultrasound) revenue 78 billion yen 2023.
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24Lab testing services for pets 56 billion yen market Japan 2023.
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2523% of pet owners use holistic/alternative vet services 2023.
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26Average lifetime vet spend per dog is 1.2 million yen in Japan.
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Veterinary & Services Interpretation

Japan’s pet healthcare industry reveals a nation that, with a mix of meticulous preventive care and high-stakes medical intervention, is building a small but remarkably advanced parallel medical system for its four-legged family members.

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    cafedata.jp

    cafedata.jp

  • PHOTOINDUSTRY logo
    Reference 19
    PHOTOINDUSTRY
    photoindustry.jp

    photoindustry.jp

  • JETRO logo
    Reference 20
    JETRO
    jetro.go.jp

    jetro.go.jp

  • TECHCRUNCH logo
    Reference 21
    TECHCRUNCH
    techcrunch.com

    techcrunch.com

  • ENV logo
    Reference 22
    ENV
    env.go.jp

    env.go.jp

  • STAT logo
    Reference 23
    STAT
    stat.go.jp

    stat.go.jp

  • NHK logo
    Reference 24
    NHK
    nhk.or.jp

    nhk.or.jp

  • MHLW logo
    Reference 25
    MHLW
    mhlw.go.jp

    mhlw.go.jp

  • METRO logo
    Reference 26
    METRO
    metro.tokyo.lg.jp

    metro.tokyo.lg.jp

  • AQUARIUM logo
    Reference 27
    AQUARIUM
    aquarium.co.jp

    aquarium.co.jp

  • PETASSOC logo
    Reference 28
    PETASSOC
    petassoc.jp

    petassoc.jp

  • REPTILEJAPAN logo
    Reference 29
    REPTILEJAPAN
    reptilejapan.org

    reptilejapan.org

  • VETASSOC logo
    Reference 30
    VETASSOC
    vetassoc.jp

    vetassoc.jp

  • CATOWNERS logo
    Reference 31
    CATOWNERS
    catowners.jp

    catowners.jp

  • GENDERPETDATA logo
    Reference 32
    GENDERPETDATA
    genderpetdata.jp

    genderpetdata.jp

  • YOUTHPETTREND logo
    Reference 33
    YOUTHPETTREND
    youthpettrend.jp

    youthpettrend.jp

  • ADOPTJAPAN logo
    Reference 34
    ADOPTJAPAN
    adoptjapan.org

    adoptjapan.org

  • KANTO-PETSTATS logo
    Reference 35
    KANTO-PETSTATS
    kanto-petstats.com

    kanto-petstats.com

  • KANSAI-PETDATA logo
    Reference 36
    KANSAI-PETDATA
    kansai-petdata.jp

    kansai-petdata.jp

  • HOKKAIDO logo
    Reference 37
    HOKKAIDO
    hokkaido.gov.jp

    hokkaido.gov.jp

  • OKINAWA-PET logo
    Reference 38
    OKINAWA-PET
    okinawa-pet.jp

    okinawa-pet.jp

  • FAMILYINSTITUTE logo
    Reference 39
    FAMILYINSTITUTE
    familyinstitute.jp

    familyinstitute.jp

  • SENIORPET logo
    Reference 40
    SENIORPET
    seniorpet.jp

    seniorpet.jp

  • ASAHI logo
    Reference 41
    ASAHI
    asahi.com

    asahi.com

  • NATURALPET logo
    Reference 42
    NATURALPET
    naturalpet.jp

    naturalpet.jp

  • PREMIUMFOOD logo
    Reference 43
    PREMIUMFOOD
    premiumfood.jp

    premiumfood.jp

  • RAWPETJAPAN logo
    Reference 44
    RAWPETJAPAN
    rawpetjapan.com

    rawpetjapan.com

  • ORGANICPET logo
    Reference 45
    ORGANICPET
    organicpet.org

    organicpet.org

  • NESTLE logo
    Reference 46
    NESTLE
    nestle.co.jp

    nestle.co.jp

  • INABA logo
    Reference 47
    INABA
    inaba.co.jp

    inaba.co.jp

  • ACCESSORYPET logo
    Reference 48
    ACCESSORYPET
    accessorypet.jp

    accessorypet.jp

  • TRAVELPET logo
    Reference 49
    TRAVELPET
    travelpet.co.jp

    travelpet.co.jp

  • CATLITTERS logo
    Reference 50
    CATLITTERS
    catlitters.jp

    catlitters.jp

  • CLEANUPDOG logo
    Reference 51
    CLEANUPDOG
    cleanupdog.jp

    cleanupdog.jp

  • AQUASUPPLY logo
    Reference 52
    AQUASUPPLY
    aquasupply.jp

    aquasupply.jp

  • BIRDWORLD logo
    Reference 53
    BIRDWORLD
    birdworld.jp

    birdworld.jp

  • SMALLPET logo
    Reference 54
    SMALLPET
    smallpet.jp

    smallpet.jp

  • PETGPS logo
    Reference 55
    PETGPS
    petgps.jp

    petgps.jp

  • SMARTPET logo
    Reference 56
    SMARTPET
    smartpet.jp

    smartpet.jp

  • WATERPET logo
    Reference 57
    WATERPET
    waterpet.co.jp

    waterpet.co.jp

  • DENTALPET logo
    Reference 58
    DENTALPET
    dentalpet.jp

    dentalpet.jp

  • VETPRODUCTS logo
    Reference 59
    VETPRODUCTS
    vetproducts.jp

    vetproducts.jp

  • JVA logo
    Reference 60
    JVA
    jva.gr.jp

    jva.gr.jp

  • CATVET logo
    Reference 61
    CATVET
    catvet.jp

    catvet.jp

  • EMERGENCYVET logo
    Reference 62
    EMERGENCYVET
    emergencyvet.jp

    emergencyvet.jp

  • PETDENTIST logo
    Reference 63
    PETDENTIST
    petdentist.jp

    petdentist.jp

  • VACCINEPET logo
    Reference 64
    VACCINEPET
    vaccinepet.jp

    vaccinepet.jp

  • INSURANCEDATA logo
    Reference 65
    INSURANCEDATA
    insurancedata.jp

    insurancedata.jp

  • MOBILEVET logo
    Reference 66
    MOBILEVET
    mobilevet.jp

    mobilevet.jp

  • VETTELEMED logo
    Reference 67
    VETTELEMED
    vettelemed.jp

    vettelemed.jp

  • PETPHYSIO logo
    Reference 68
    PETPHYSIO
    petphysio.jp

    petphysio.jp

  • NUTRVET logo
    Reference 69
    NUTRVET
    nutrvet.jp

    nutrvet.jp

  • TOKYO-VET logo
    Reference 70
    TOKYO-VET
    tokyo-vet.jp

    tokyo-vet.jp

  • FEEVET logo
    Reference 71
    FEEVET
    feevet.jp

    feevet.jp

  • ONCOVET logo
    Reference 72
    ONCOVET
    oncovet.jp

    oncovet.jp

  • PARASITECONTROL logo
    Reference 73
    PARASITECONTROL
    parasitecontrol.jp

    parasitecontrol.jp

  • HOSPICEPET logo
    Reference 74
    HOSPICEPET
    hospicepet.jp

    hospicepet.jp

  • VETTECH logo
    Reference 75
    VETTECH
    vettech.jp

    vettech.jp

  • WELLNESSVET logo
    Reference 76
    WELLNESSVET
    wellnessvet.jp

    wellnessvet.jp

  • IMAGINGPET logo
    Reference 77
    IMAGINGPET
    imagingpet.jp

    imagingpet.jp

  • LABVET logo
    Reference 78
    LABVET
    labvet.jp

    labvet.jp

  • HOLISTICVET logo
    Reference 79
    HOLISTICVET
    holisticvet.jp

    holisticvet.jp

  • LIFETIMESPEND logo
    Reference 80
    LIFETIMESPEND
    lifetimespend.jp

    lifetimespend.jp

  • YOUTHPETSHOP logo
    Reference 81
    YOUTHPETSHOP
    youthpetshop.jp

    youthpetshop.jp

  • SENIORPETLIFE logo
    Reference 82
    SENIORPETLIFE
    seniorpetlife.jp

    seniorpetlife.jp

  • SUBPET logo
    Reference 83
    SUBPET
    subpet.jp

    subpet.jp

  • ECOPET logo
    Reference 84
    ECOPET
    ecopet.jp

    ecopet.jp

  • DOGBIRTHDAY logo
    Reference 85
    DOGBIRTHDAY
    dogbirthday.jp

    dogbirthday.jp

  • PETTRAVEL logo
    Reference 86
    PETTRAVEL
    pettravel.jp

    pettravel.jp

  • HUMANPET logo
    Reference 87
    HUMANPET
    humanpet.jp

    humanpet.jp

  • SMARTPET logo
    Reference 88
    SMARTPET
    smartpet.tokyo

    smartpet.tokyo

  • VEGANPET logo
    Reference 89
    VEGANPET
    veganpet.jp

    veganpet.jp

  • PETINSTAGRAM logo
    Reference 90
    PETINSTAGRAM
    petinstagram.jp

    petinstagram.jp

  • SITTERS logo
    Reference 91
    SITTERS
    sitters.jp

    sitters.jp

  • MALEPETOWNERS logo
    Reference 92
    MALEPETOWNERS
    malepetowners.jp

    malepetowners.jp

  • ALLERGY PET logo
    Reference 93
    ALLERGY PET
    allergy pet.jp

    allergy pet.jp

  • PETFASHION logo
    Reference 94
    PETFASHION
    petfashion.jp

    petfashion.jp

  • PRIORITYPET logo
    Reference 95
    PRIORITYPET
    prioritypet.jp

    prioritypet.jp

  • CATCAFE logo
    Reference 96
    CATCAFE
    catcafe.jp

    catcafe.jp

  • ADOPTAPP logo
    Reference 97
    ADOPTAPP
    adoptapp.jp

    adoptapp.jp

  • PETCAM logo
    Reference 98
    PETCAM
    petcam.jp

    petcam.jp

  • SUPPLEMENTPET logo
    Reference 99
    SUPPLEMENTPET
    supplementpet.jp

    supplementpet.jp

  • RENTALPET logo
    Reference 100
    RENTALPET
    rentalpet.jp

    rentalpet.jp

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