Mexico Pet Industry Statistics

GITNUXREPORT 2026

Mexico Pet Industry Statistics

Mexico’s pet industry is forecast to top US$5 billion by 2027, but the sharper clue is how fast habits are shifting right now, from pet food taking 58% of revenue to premium and e-commerce surging. Urban demand drives 72% of sales and Mexico City alone accounts for 28% while investments from international brands jumped 15% from 2021 to 2023, making this the fastest way to see where money, products, and pet parent priorities are headed next.

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Key Statistics

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In 2023, the Mexican pet industry generated a total revenue of US$3.42 billion, marking a 12.5% year-over-year growth driven by rising pet humanization trends.

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The pet food segment in Mexico accounted for 58% of the total pet market revenue in 2023, reaching US$1.98 billion.

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Mexico's pet care market is projected to reach US$4.8 billion by 2028, with a CAGR of 7.2% from 2024-2028.

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In 2022, the overall pet products and services market in Mexico grew by 11.8%, outpacing the national GDP growth of 3.9%.

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Urban areas in Mexico contributed 72% of the pet industry revenue in 2023, with Mexico City alone accounting for 28%.

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The Mexican pet market saw a 15% increase in investments from international brands between 2021 and 2023.

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Pet supplies segment revenue in Mexico hit US$850 million in 2023, growing at 9.3% annually.

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By 2027, Mexico's pet industry is expected to surpass US$5 billion, fueled by a 6.8% CAGR in pet services.

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In Q4 2023, pet industry sales in Mexico rose 14.2% compared to Q4 2022, boosted by holiday spending.

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The premium pet food sub-segment grew 18.7% in Mexico in 2023, representing 22% of total pet food sales.

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Mexico's pet market CAGR from 2018-2023 averaged 10.4%, higher than Latin America's 8.2% regional average.

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In 2023, e-commerce contributed 12% to Mexico's pet market revenue, up from 7% in 2020.

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Veterinary services revenue in Mexico reached US$420 million in 2023, with 8.9% growth.

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The pet grooming market in Mexico expanded to US$150 million in 2023, growing 13% YoY.

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Mexico pet industry export value increased 9.5% to US$120 million in 2023.

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Domestic pet product manufacturing in Mexico generated US$650 million in revenue in 2023.

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Pet insurance penetration in Mexico rose to 1.2% of pet owners in 2023, driving US$45 million in premiums.

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The luxury pet products segment in Mexico grew 22% in 2023, reaching US$180 million.

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Mexico's pet market share in Latin America was 15.3% in 2023, second to Brazil.

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Inflation-adjusted pet spending in Mexico increased 7.6% in 2023 despite 4.5% CPI rise.

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Northern Mexico states accounted for 35% of pet industry revenue in 2023 due to higher incomes.

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Pet-related employment in Mexico reached 250,000 jobs in 2023, up 11% from 2022.

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Venture capital funding for Mexican pet startups totaled US$50 million in 2023.

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Pet food production capacity in Mexico expanded 14% in 2023 to 1.2 million tons annually.

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Mexico's pet market digital advertising spend hit US$75 million in 2023, growing 20%.

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The sustainable pet products niche in Mexico generated US$95 million in 2023.

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Pet hotel and boarding services revenue in Mexico was US$110 million in 2023.

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Mexico pet industry tax contributions reached US$400 million in 2023.

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Cross-border pet trade with the US boosted Mexico's market by US$200 million in 2023.

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Pet wellness products sales in Mexico surged 16.5% to US$220 million in 2023.

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Mexico pet toys market revenue US$250 million in 2023, with interactive toys at 35% share.

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Grooming products sales reached US$180 million in Mexico 2023, up 16%.

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Veterinary diagnostics equipment market US$120 million in Mexico 2023.

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Pet apparel and accessories generated US$95 million revenue Mexico 2023.

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Flea and tick control products sold US$160 million in Mexico 2023.

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Pet carriers and travel gear market US$75 million in Mexico 2023.

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Home pet monitoring devices sales up 28% to US$45 million Mexico 2023.

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Waste management products like bags and litters US$110 million Mexico 2023.

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Training aids and collars revenue US$65 million in Mexico pet market 2023.

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Aquarium supplies market US$140 million with 12% growth Mexico 2023.

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Pet beds and furniture sales US$85 million, orthopedic at 40% share Mexico 2023.

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GPS trackers for pets sold 1.2 million units in Mexico 2023.

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Natural flea remedies grew 24% to US$35 million Mexico 2023.

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Pet healthcare OTC products US$210 million revenue Mexico 2023.

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Bird cage and accessories market US$55 million Mexico 2023.

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Automated feeders and waterers sales up 35% US$28 million Mexico 2023.

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Pet dental hygiene kits revenue US$42 million Mexico 2023.

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Mobility aids for senior pets US$15 million niche Mexico 2023.

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Eco-friendly litter products 18% market share US$22 million Mexico 2023.

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Pet first-aid kits sold 850,000 units US$18 million Mexico 2023.

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Harness and leash premium segment US$38 million Mexico 2023.

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Reptile habitat supplies US$25 million revenue Mexico 2023.

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Calming aids and anxiety products US$52 million Mexico 2023.

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Pet strollers market grew 20% to US$12 million Mexico 2023.

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Wound care ointments for pets US$30 million sales Mexico 2023.

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Dog food consumption per capita in Mexico is 4.2 kg annually in 2023.

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Premium dry dog food sales in Mexico reached 320,000 tons in 2023.

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Cat wet food market share grew to 28% of total cat food in Mexico 2023.

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Organic pet food sales increased 25% to US$120 million in Mexico 2023.

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Grain-free dog food penetration is 15% in urban Mexico markets 2023.

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Treats and snacks account for 12% of pet food spend, US$210 million in 2023.

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Raw/fresh pet food segment grew 30% YoY to US$45 million in Mexico 2023.

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Super-premium cat food sales volume hit 85,000 tons in Mexico 2023.

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Functional pet foods with probiotics sold US$65 million in Mexico 2023.

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Puppy food market expanded 14% to US$180 million in Mexico 2023.

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Canned dog food consumption is 1.1 kg per dog annually in Mexico 2023.

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Insect-based pet food trials reached 5% market acceptance in Mexico 2023.

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Senior pet nutrition products generated US$95 million sales in 2023 Mexico.

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Hypoallergenic pet food demand rose 19% in Mexico 2023.

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Plant-based dog food sales hit US$28 million in Mexico 2023.

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Kibble production for cats in Mexico was 150,000 tons in 2023.

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Weight management pet foods accounted for 8% of sales, US$140 million 2023.

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Freeze-dried pet food imports to Mexico totaled 12,000 tons in 2023.

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Dental care treats for dogs sold 45 million units in Mexico 2023.

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Prescription veterinary diets revenue US$75 million in Mexico pet market 2023.

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Joint health supplements in pet food form US$55 million sales Mexico 2023.

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Dehydrated pet food niche grew 22% to US$32 million in Mexico 2023.

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Fish-based cat food popularity at 22% of wet food sales Mexico 2023.

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Calorie-controlled treats sales US$40 million in Mexico 2023.

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Mexico has approximately 28 million pet dogs as of 2023, with 85% living in urban households.

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Cat ownership in Mexico reached 12.5 million in 2023, up 9% from 2022, concentrated in millennials.

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65% of Mexican households own at least one pet in 2023, highest in Latin America at 62% average.

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In Mexico City, pet ownership rate is 72% among households earning over MXN 20,000 monthly in 2023.

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Birds are the third most popular pet in Mexico with 8.2 million owned in 2023.

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42% of Mexican pet owners are aged 25-40 in 2023, driving premium product demand.

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Fish ownership totals 15 million in Mexico in 2023, popular in rural areas at 18% household rate.

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Female pet ownership in Mexico stands at 58% of total owners in 2023.

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Multi-pet households make up 35% in Mexico, averaging 1.8 pets per owner in 2023.

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Adoption rates for shelter pets in Mexico increased to 22% of new owners in 2023.

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Northern border states have 78% dog ownership rate among households in 2023.

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15% of Mexican seniors over 65 own pets for companionship in 2023.

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Exotic pet ownership grew 12% to 1.1 million reptiles and small mammals in 2023.

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Pet ownership in low-income households rose to 52% in 2023 due to affordable breeds.

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Millennials represent 48% of cat owners in Mexico in 2023.

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Rural Mexico has 25 million livestock-adjacent pet dogs in 2023.

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68% of pet owners in Guadalajara own dogs in 2023.

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Pet ownership among single adults is 61% in Mexico City in 2023.

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Hamster and rodent pets total 2.3 million owned in Mexico in 2023.

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29% of families with children under 12 own pets in Mexico in 2023.

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Chihuahua breed is owned by 18% of dog owners in Mexico in 2023.

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Pet ownership penetration in Monterrey is 70% in 2023.

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11 million dogs are purebred in Mexico as of 2023.

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Vegan pet owners in Mexico number 450,000 households in 2023.

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Pet rabbits owned total 1.8 million in urban Mexico in 2023.

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55% of Gen Z in Mexico plan to own pets within 2 years as of 2023 survey.

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Online pet supply sales in Mexico hit US$410 million in 2023, 12% of total retail.

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Pet superstores like Petco expanded to 150 locations in Mexico by 2023.

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Amazon Mexico pet category grew 45% YoY in sales volume 2023.

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Independent pet boutiques represent 28% of retail outlets in Mexico 2023.

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Mercado Libre pet products sales US$320 million Mexico 2023.

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Subscription box services for pets reached 500,000 subscribers Mexico 2023.

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Omnichannel retail penetration 65% among top pet chains Mexico 2023.

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Walmart Mexico pet aisle sales up 18% to US$280 million 202Sor 2023.

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Mobile pet retail apps downloads 4.2 million in Mexico 2023.

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Click-and-collect pet orders 22% of e-commerce total Mexico 2023.

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Pet vending machines installed in 450 urban locations Mexico 2023.

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Influencer-driven pet product sales via social media US$150 million 2023.

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Veterinary clinic retail sales US$190 million inside clinics Mexico 2023.

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Flash sale events boosted pet e-sales 30% during Black Friday Mexico 2023.

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Regional pet store chains control 35% market share Mexico 2023.

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Livestream pet product sales US$25 million on platforms Mexico 2023.

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Loyalty programs retention rate 78% in pet retail Mexico 2023.

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Pop-up pet shops in malls generated US$40 million Mexico 2023.

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AR try-on for pet collars via apps used by 1.5 million Mexico 2023.

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B2B pet wholesale e-platforms sales US$500 million Mexico 2023.

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Same-day delivery for pet food 55% adoption in Mexico City 2023.

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NFT pet collectibles sales peaked at US$8 million Mexico 2023.

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Grocery store pet sections grew 20% shelf space Mexico 2023.

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Voice commerce for pets via Alexa 300,000 orders Mexico 2023.

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Pet retail franchise openings 120 new in Mexico 2023.

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Published Feb 13, 2026·Last verified May 4, 2026
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Mexico’s pet industry is projected to climb past US$4.8 billion by 2028, and the gap between what owners want and what the market can supply is showing up everywhere from premium food to grooming and insurance. With pet revenue concentrated in cities like Mexico City, yet growing fast through e-commerce and international brand investment, the Mexican market’s momentum is coming from multiple directions at once. Keep reading to see which segments are accelerating, which are catching up, and where spending is shifting inside households.

Key Takeaways

  • In 2023, the Mexican pet industry generated a total revenue of US$3.42 billion, marking a 12.5% year-over-year growth driven by rising pet humanization trends.
  • The pet food segment in Mexico accounted for 58% of the total pet market revenue in 2023, reaching US$1.98 billion.
  • Mexico's pet care market is projected to reach US$4.8 billion by 2028, with a CAGR of 7.2% from 2024-2028.
  • Mexico pet toys market revenue US$250 million in 2023, with interactive toys at 35% share.
  • Grooming products sales reached US$180 million in Mexico 2023, up 16%.
  • Veterinary diagnostics equipment market US$120 million in Mexico 2023.
  • Dog food consumption per capita in Mexico is 4.2 kg annually in 2023.
  • Premium dry dog food sales in Mexico reached 320,000 tons in 2023.
  • Cat wet food market share grew to 28% of total cat food in Mexico 2023.
  • Mexico has approximately 28 million pet dogs as of 2023, with 85% living in urban households.
  • Cat ownership in Mexico reached 12.5 million in 2023, up 9% from 2022, concentrated in millennials.
  • 65% of Mexican households own at least one pet in 2023, highest in Latin America at 62% average.
  • Online pet supply sales in Mexico hit US$410 million in 2023, 12% of total retail.
  • Pet superstores like Petco expanded to 150 locations in Mexico by 2023.
  • Amazon Mexico pet category grew 45% YoY in sales volume 2023.

Mexico’s pet market hit US$3.42 billion in 2023, growing fast on humanization and premium food demand.

Market Size and Growth

1In 2023, the Mexican pet industry generated a total revenue of US$3.42 billion, marking a 12.5% year-over-year growth driven by rising pet humanization trends.
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2The pet food segment in Mexico accounted for 58% of the total pet market revenue in 2023, reaching US$1.98 billion.
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3Mexico's pet care market is projected to reach US$4.8 billion by 2028, with a CAGR of 7.2% from 2024-2028.
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4In 2022, the overall pet products and services market in Mexico grew by 11.8%, outpacing the national GDP growth of 3.9%.
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5Urban areas in Mexico contributed 72% of the pet industry revenue in 2023, with Mexico City alone accounting for 28%.
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6The Mexican pet market saw a 15% increase in investments from international brands between 2021 and 2023.
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7Pet supplies segment revenue in Mexico hit US$850 million in 2023, growing at 9.3% annually.
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8By 2027, Mexico's pet industry is expected to surpass US$5 billion, fueled by a 6.8% CAGR in pet services.
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9In Q4 2023, pet industry sales in Mexico rose 14.2% compared to Q4 2022, boosted by holiday spending.
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10The premium pet food sub-segment grew 18.7% in Mexico in 2023, representing 22% of total pet food sales.
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11Mexico's pet market CAGR from 2018-2023 averaged 10.4%, higher than Latin America's 8.2% regional average.
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12In 2023, e-commerce contributed 12% to Mexico's pet market revenue, up from 7% in 2020.
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13Veterinary services revenue in Mexico reached US$420 million in 2023, with 8.9% growth.
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14The pet grooming market in Mexico expanded to US$150 million in 2023, growing 13% YoY.
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15Mexico pet industry export value increased 9.5% to US$120 million in 2023.
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16Domestic pet product manufacturing in Mexico generated US$650 million in revenue in 2023.
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17Pet insurance penetration in Mexico rose to 1.2% of pet owners in 2023, driving US$45 million in premiums.
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18The luxury pet products segment in Mexico grew 22% in 2023, reaching US$180 million.
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19Mexico's pet market share in Latin America was 15.3% in 2023, second to Brazil.
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20Inflation-adjusted pet spending in Mexico increased 7.6% in 2023 despite 4.5% CPI rise.
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21Northern Mexico states accounted for 35% of pet industry revenue in 2023 due to higher incomes.
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22Pet-related employment in Mexico reached 250,000 jobs in 2023, up 11% from 2022.
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23Venture capital funding for Mexican pet startups totaled US$50 million in 2023.
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24Pet food production capacity in Mexico expanded 14% in 2023 to 1.2 million tons annually.
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25Mexico's pet market digital advertising spend hit US$75 million in 2023, growing 20%.
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26The sustainable pet products niche in Mexico generated US$95 million in 2023.
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27Pet hotel and boarding services revenue in Mexico was US$110 million in 2023.
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28Mexico pet industry tax contributions reached US$400 million in 2023.
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29Cross-border pet trade with the US boosted Mexico's market by US$200 million in 2023.
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30Pet wellness products sales in Mexico surged 16.5% to US$220 million in 2023.
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Market Size and Growth Interpretation

The Mexican pet industry, now a $3.42 billion behemoth growing nearly three times faster than the national economy, proves that while you can't buy love, you can absolutely monetize it through premium kibble, luxury leashes, and a booming urban pet-spa economy.

Pet Care Products and Services

1Mexico pet toys market revenue US$250 million in 2023, with interactive toys at 35% share.
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2Grooming products sales reached US$180 million in Mexico 2023, up 16%.
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3Veterinary diagnostics equipment market US$120 million in Mexico 2023.
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4Pet apparel and accessories generated US$95 million revenue Mexico 2023.
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5Flea and tick control products sold US$160 million in Mexico 2023.
Single source
6Pet carriers and travel gear market US$75 million in Mexico 2023.
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7Home pet monitoring devices sales up 28% to US$45 million Mexico 2023.
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8Waste management products like bags and litters US$110 million Mexico 2023.
Directional
9Training aids and collars revenue US$65 million in Mexico pet market 2023.
Directional
10Aquarium supplies market US$140 million with 12% growth Mexico 2023.
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11Pet beds and furniture sales US$85 million, orthopedic at 40% share Mexico 2023.
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12GPS trackers for pets sold 1.2 million units in Mexico 2023.
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13Natural flea remedies grew 24% to US$35 million Mexico 2023.
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14Pet healthcare OTC products US$210 million revenue Mexico 2023.
Verified
15Bird cage and accessories market US$55 million Mexico 2023.
Verified
16Automated feeders and waterers sales up 35% US$28 million Mexico 2023.
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17Pet dental hygiene kits revenue US$42 million Mexico 2023.
Verified
18Mobility aids for senior pets US$15 million niche Mexico 2023.
Verified
19Eco-friendly litter products 18% market share US$22 million Mexico 2023.
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20Pet first-aid kits sold 850,000 units US$18 million Mexico 2023.
Directional
21Harness and leash premium segment US$38 million Mexico 2023.
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22Reptile habitat supplies US$25 million revenue Mexico 2023.
Directional
23Calming aids and anxiety products US$52 million Mexico 2023.
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24Pet strollers market grew 20% to US$12 million Mexico 2023.
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25Wound care ointments for pets US$30 million sales Mexico 2023.
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Pet Care Products and Services Interpretation

In Mexico's booming pet economy, our furry, feathered, and scaled companions are living their best lives, as evidenced by a nation spending extravagantly not only on flea combat and orthopedic thrones, but also on pet strollers, calming treats, and enough interactive toys to suggest the dogs might be smarter than we think.

Pet Food and Nutrition

1Dog food consumption per capita in Mexico is 4.2 kg annually in 2023.
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2Premium dry dog food sales in Mexico reached 320,000 tons in 2023.
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3Cat wet food market share grew to 28% of total cat food in Mexico 2023.
Verified
4Organic pet food sales increased 25% to US$120 million in Mexico 2023.
Verified
5Grain-free dog food penetration is 15% in urban Mexico markets 2023.
Verified
6Treats and snacks account for 12% of pet food spend, US$210 million in 2023.
Single source
7Raw/fresh pet food segment grew 30% YoY to US$45 million in Mexico 2023.
Verified
8Super-premium cat food sales volume hit 85,000 tons in Mexico 2023.
Verified
9Functional pet foods with probiotics sold US$65 million in Mexico 2023.
Single source
10Puppy food market expanded 14% to US$180 million in Mexico 2023.
Verified
11Canned dog food consumption is 1.1 kg per dog annually in Mexico 2023.
Verified
12Insect-based pet food trials reached 5% market acceptance in Mexico 2023.
Verified
13Senior pet nutrition products generated US$95 million sales in 2023 Mexico.
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14Hypoallergenic pet food demand rose 19% in Mexico 2023.
Verified
15Plant-based dog food sales hit US$28 million in Mexico 2023.
Verified
16Kibble production for cats in Mexico was 150,000 tons in 2023.
Single source
17Weight management pet foods accounted for 8% of sales, US$140 million 2023.
Single source
18Freeze-dried pet food imports to Mexico totaled 12,000 tons in 2023.
Verified
19Dental care treats for dogs sold 45 million units in Mexico 2023.
Verified
20Prescription veterinary diets revenue US$75 million in Mexico pet market 2023.
Verified
21Joint health supplements in pet food form US$55 million sales Mexico 2023.
Verified
22Dehydrated pet food niche grew 22% to US$32 million in Mexico 2023.
Verified
23Fish-based cat food popularity at 22% of wet food sales Mexico 2023.
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24Calorie-controlled treats sales US$40 million in Mexico 2023.
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Pet Food and Nutrition Interpretation

Clearly, the discerning Mexican pet has decided that kibble is merely a suggestion, opting instead for an artisanal smorgasbord of premium, functional, and increasingly adventurous fare that would make a food critic blush.

Pet Ownership and Demographics

1Mexico has approximately 28 million pet dogs as of 2023, with 85% living in urban households.
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2Cat ownership in Mexico reached 12.5 million in 2023, up 9% from 2022, concentrated in millennials.
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365% of Mexican households own at least one pet in 2023, highest in Latin America at 62% average.
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4In Mexico City, pet ownership rate is 72% among households earning over MXN 20,000 monthly in 2023.
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5Birds are the third most popular pet in Mexico with 8.2 million owned in 2023.
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642% of Mexican pet owners are aged 25-40 in 2023, driving premium product demand.
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7Fish ownership totals 15 million in Mexico in 2023, popular in rural areas at 18% household rate.
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8Female pet ownership in Mexico stands at 58% of total owners in 2023.
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9Multi-pet households make up 35% in Mexico, averaging 1.8 pets per owner in 2023.
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10Adoption rates for shelter pets in Mexico increased to 22% of new owners in 2023.
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11Northern border states have 78% dog ownership rate among households in 2023.
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1215% of Mexican seniors over 65 own pets for companionship in 2023.
Single source
13Exotic pet ownership grew 12% to 1.1 million reptiles and small mammals in 2023.
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14Pet ownership in low-income households rose to 52% in 2023 due to affordable breeds.
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15Millennials represent 48% of cat owners in Mexico in 2023.
Single source
16Rural Mexico has 25 million livestock-adjacent pet dogs in 2023.
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1768% of pet owners in Guadalajara own dogs in 2023.
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18Pet ownership among single adults is 61% in Mexico City in 2023.
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19Hamster and rodent pets total 2.3 million owned in Mexico in 2023.
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2029% of families with children under 12 own pets in Mexico in 2023.
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21Chihuahua breed is owned by 18% of dog owners in Mexico in 2023.
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22Pet ownership penetration in Monterrey is 70% in 2023.
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2311 million dogs are purebred in Mexico as of 2023.
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24Vegan pet owners in Mexico number 450,000 households in 2023.
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25Pet rabbits owned total 1.8 million in urban Mexico in 2023.
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2655% of Gen Z in Mexico plan to own pets within 2 years as of 2023 survey.
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Pet Ownership and Demographics Interpretation

While the traditional Chihuahua continues its reign, Mexico's 2023 pet industry reveals a nation embracing its animals with gusto, as evidenced by booming millennial cat cafes, a surprising number of contemplative pet fish, and the fact that even the country's rabbits are overwhelmingly urban sophisticates.

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  • ALLIEDMARKETRESEARCH logo
    Reference 12
    ALLIEDMARKETRESEARCH
    alliedmarketresearch.com

    alliedmarketresearch.com

  • TRADE logo
    Reference 13
    TRADE
    trade.gov

    trade.gov

  • LATINAMERICAREPORTS logo
    Reference 14
    LATINAMERICAREPORTS
    latinamericareports.com

    latinamericareports.com

  • BANXICO logo
    Reference 15
    BANXICO
    banxico.org.mx

    banxico.org.mx

  • INEGI logo
    Reference 16
    INEGI
    inegi.org.mx

    inegi.org.mx

  • IMCO logo
    Reference 17
    IMCO
    imco.org.mx

    imco.org.mx

  • CRUNCHBASE logo
    Reference 18
    CRUNCHBASE
    crunchbase.com

    crunchbase.com

  • FAO logo
    Reference 19
    FAO
    fao.org

    fao.org

  • IABMEXICO logo
    Reference 20
    IABMEXICO
    iabmexico.com.mx

    iabmexico.com.mx

  • GREENBIZ logo
    Reference 21
    GREENBIZ
    greenbiz.com

    greenbiz.com

  • TRIPADVISOR logo
    Reference 22
    TRIPADVISOR
    tripadvisor.com.mx

    tripadvisor.com.mx

  • SAT logo
    Reference 23
    SAT
    sat.gob.mx

    sat.gob.mx

  • USDA logo
    Reference 24
    USDA
    usda.gov

    usda.gov

  • NIELSEN logo
    Reference 25
    NIELSEN
    nielsen.com

    nielsen.com

  • GFK logo
    Reference 26
    GFK
    gfk.com

    gfk.com

  • AQUARIUMTRADE logo
    Reference 27
    AQUARIUMTRADE
    aquariumtrade.org

    aquariumtrade.org

  • KANTAR logo
    Reference 28
    KANTAR
    kantar.com

    kantar.com

  • PACKAGEDFACTS logo
    Reference 29
    PACKAGEDFACTS
    packagedfacts.com

    packagedfacts.com

  • ANIMALPLANET logo
    Reference 30
    ANIMALPLANET
    animalplanet.com.mx

    animalplanet.com.mx

  • CONAPO logo
    Reference 31
    CONAPO
    conapo.gob.mx

    conapo.gob.mx

  • IMSS logo
    Reference 32
    IMSS
    imss.gob.mx

    imss.gob.mx

  • SEMARNAT logo
    Reference 33
    SEMARNAT
    semarnat.gob.mx

    semarnat.gob.mx

  • CONEVAL logo
    Reference 34
    CONEVAL
    coneval.gob.mx

    coneval.gob.mx

  • DELOITTE logo
    Reference 35
    DELOITTE
    deloitte.com

    deloitte.com

  • SAGARPA logo
    Reference 36
    SAGARPA
    sagarpa.gob.mx

    sagarpa.gob.mx

  • MUNICIPIOGUADALAJARA logo
    Reference 37
    MUNICIPIOGUADALAJARA
    municipioguadalajara.gob.mx

    municipioguadalajara.gob.mx

  • ENCUESTA-NACIONAL-VIVIENDA logo
    Reference 38
    ENCUESTA-NACIONAL-VIVIENDA
    encuesta-nacional-vivienda.inpi.mx

    encuesta-nacional-vivienda.inpi.mx

  • PETFAIR-SEA logo
    Reference 39
    PETFAIR-SEA
    petfair-sea.com

    petfair-sea.com

  • UNICEF logo
    Reference 40
    UNICEF
    unicef.org

    unicef.org

  • FCI logo
    Reference 41
    FCI
    fci.be

    fci.be

  • NL logo
    Reference 42
    NL
    nl.gob.mx

    nl.gob.mx

  • KENNOCLUBMEXICO logo
    Reference 43
    KENNOCLUBMEXICO
    kennoclubmexico.org

    kennoclubmexico.org

  • PLANTBASEDNEWS logo
    Reference 44
    PLANTBASEDNEWS
    plantbasednews.org

    plantbasednews.org

  • EXPO-MASCOTAS logo
    Reference 45
    EXPO-MASCOTAS
    expo-mascotas.com

    expo-mascotas.com

  • IPSOS logo
    Reference 46
    IPSOS
    ipsos.com

    ipsos.com

  • ORGANICTRADEASSOCIATION logo
    Reference 47
    ORGANICTRADEASSOCIATION
    organictradeassociation.org

    organictradeassociation.org

  • NIELSENIQ logo
    Reference 48
    NIELSENIQ
    nielseniq.com

    nielseniq.com

  • GLOBALMARKETINSIGHTS logo
    Reference 49
    GLOBALMARKETINSIGHTS
    globalmarketinsights.com

    globalmarketinsights.com

  • PETFOODINDUSTRY logo
    Reference 50
    PETFOODINDUSTRY
    petfoodindustry.com

    petfoodindustry.com

  • MARKETSANDMARKETS logo
    Reference 51
    MARKETSANDMARKETS
    marketsandmarkets.com

    marketsandmarkets.com

  • FUTUREMARKETINSIGHTS logo
    Reference 52
    FUTUREMARKETINSIGHTS
    futuremarketinsights.com

    futuremarketinsights.com

  • FREEDONIAGROUP logo
    Reference 53
    FREEDONIAGROUP
    freedoniagroup.com

    freedoniagroup.com

  • BUGFOOD logo
    Reference 54
    BUGFOOD
    bugfood.org

    bugfood.org

  • ZIONMARKETRESEARCH logo
    Reference 55
    ZIONMARKETRESEARCH
    zionmarketresearch.com

    zionmarketresearch.com

  • ALLERGYPETFOOD logo
    Reference 56
    ALLERGYPETFOOD
    allergypetfood.com

    allergypetfood.com

  • NEWHOPE logo
    Reference 57
    NEWHOPE
    newhope.com

    newhope.com

  • PETFOODPROCESSING logo
    Reference 58
    PETFOODPROCESSING
    petfoodprocessing.net

    petfoodprocessing.net

  • MINTEL logo
    Reference 59
    MINTEL
    mintel.com

    mintel.com

  • USITC logo
    Reference 60
    USITC
    usitc.gov

    usitc.gov

  • DATAINSIGHTSMARKET logo
    Reference 61
    DATAINSIGHTSMARKET
    datainsightsmarket.com

    datainsightsmarket.com

  • ROYALCANIN logo
    Reference 62
    ROYALCANIN
    royalcanin.com

    royalcanin.com

  • NUTRAINGREDIENTS-LATAM logo
    Reference 63
    NUTRAINGREDIENTS-LATAM
    nutraingredients-latam.com

    nutraingredients-latam.com

  • PROGRESSIVEGROCER logo
    Reference 64
    PROGRESSIVEGROCER
    progressivegrocer.com

    progressivegrocer.com

  • CATFOODINSTITUTE logo
    Reference 65
    CATFOODINSTITUTE
    catfoodinstitute.org

    catfoodinstitute.org

  • SUPERMARKETNEWS logo
    Reference 66
    SUPERMARKETNEWS
    supermarketnews.com

    supermarketnews.com

  • IDC logo
    Reference 67
    IDC
    idc.com

    idc.com

  • AQUARIUMPROS logo
    Reference 68
    AQUARIUMPROS
    aquariumpros.com

    aquariumpros.com

  • PETFURNITURE logo
    Reference 69
    PETFURNITURE
    petfurniture.com

    petfurniture.com

  • GPSPETTRACKER logo
    Reference 70
    GPSPETTRACKER
    gpspettracker.com

    gpspettracker.com

  • NATURALPETPRODUCTS logo
    Reference 71
    NATURALPETPRODUCTS
    naturalpetproducts.org

    naturalpetproducts.org

  • IQVIA logo
    Reference 72
    IQVIA
    iqvia.com

    iqvia.com

  • BIRDTRADEMAG logo
    Reference 73
    BIRDTRADEMAG
    birdtrademag.com

    birdtrademag.com

  • SMARTPETTECH logo
    Reference 74
    SMARTPETTECH
    smartpettech.com

    smartpettech.com

  • COLGATE logo
    Reference 75
    COLGATE
    colgate.com

    colgate.com

  • PETMOBILITY logo
    Reference 76
    PETMOBILITY
    petmobility.com

    petmobility.com

  • GREENLITTER logo
    Reference 77
    GREENLITTER
    greenlitter.org

    greenlitter.org

  • REDCROSSMEXICO logo
    Reference 78
    REDCROSSMEXICO
    redcrossmexico.org

    redcrossmexico.org

  • DOGGEARREVIEW logo
    Reference 79
    DOGGEARREVIEW
    doggearreview.com

    doggearreview.com

  • REPTILEEXPO logo
    Reference 80
    REPTILEEXPO
    reptileexpo.com.mx

    reptileexpo.com.mx

  • ZOETISPETCARE logo
    Reference 81
    ZOETISPETCARE
    zoetispetcare.com

    zoetispetcare.com

  • PETSTROLLERMAG logo
    Reference 82
    PETSTROLLERMAG
    petstrollermag.com

    petstrollermag.com

  • VETPHARM logo
    Reference 83
    VETPHARM
    vetpharm.com

    vetpharm.com

  • PETCO logo
    Reference 84
    PETCO
    petco.com.mx

    petco.com.mx

  • AMAZON logo
    Reference 85
    AMAZON
    amazon.com.mx

    amazon.com.mx

  • ANIMALBUSINESSREVIEW logo
    Reference 86
    ANIMALBUSINESSREVIEW
    animalbusinessreview.com

    animalbusinessreview.com

  • INVERSIONISTAS logo
    Reference 87
    INVERSIONISTAS
    inversionistas.mercadolibre.com

    inversionistas.mercadolibre.com

  • PETBOX logo
    Reference 88
    PETBOX
    petbox.mx

    petbox.mx

  • MCKINSEY logo
    Reference 89
    MCKINSEY
    mckinsey.com

    mckinsey.com

  • WALMARTMEXICO logo
    Reference 90
    WALMARTMEXICO
    walmartmexico.com

    walmartmexico.com

  • APPANNIE logo
    Reference 91
    APPANNIE
    appannie.com

    appannie.com

  • VENDPET logo
    Reference 92
    VENDPET
    vendpet.com

    vendpet.com

  • INFLUENCERMARKETINGHUB logo
    Reference 93
    INFLUENCERMARKETINGHUB
    influencermarketinghub.com

    influencermarketinghub.com

  • AVPM logo
    Reference 94
    AVPM
    avpm.org.mx

    avpm.org.mx

  • ECOMMERCE-NEWS logo
    Reference 95
    ECOMMERCE-NEWS
    ecommerce-news.mx

    ecommerce-news.mx

  • RETAILANALYSIS logo
    Reference 96
    RETAILANALYSIS
    retailanalysis.igd.com

    retailanalysis.igd.com

  • TIKTOK logo
    Reference 97
    TIKTOK
    tiktok.com

    tiktok.com

  • BONDBRANDLOYALTY logo
    Reference 98
    BONDBRANDLOYALTY
    bondbrandloyalty.com

    bondbrandloyalty.com

  • SHOPPINGCENTERS logo
    Reference 99
    SHOPPINGCENTERS
    shoppingcenters.mx

    shoppingcenters.mx

  • SNAP logo
    Reference 100
    SNAP
    snap.com

    snap.com

  • ALIBABA logo
    Reference 101
    ALIBABA
    alibaba.com

    alibaba.com

  • RAPIDO logo
    Reference 102
    RAPIDO
    rapido.mx

    rapido.mx

  • NFTNOW logo
    Reference 103
    NFTNOW
    nftnow.com

    nftnow.com

  • SUPERMERCADOS logo
    Reference 104
    SUPERMERCADOS
    supermercados.mx

    supermercados.mx

  • FRANCHIS logo
    Reference 105
    FRANCHIS
    franchis.mx

    franchis.mx

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