Pet care spending is still climbing fast in 2023, with the global market at USD 232.5 billion and on pace to hit USD 349.49 billion by 2030 at a 6.0% CAGR from 2024. Meanwhile, the US already totals $147 billion, and the shopping patterns look just as revealing with 70% of households owning a pet and online purchases taking 42% of pet supplies sales. Let’s look at where the money is going and which product categories are gaining ground.
Key Takeaways
- The global pet care market was valued at USD 232.5 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 349.49 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 6.0% from 2024 to 2030.
- In the US, pet industry expenditures reached $147 billion in 2023, up 7% from 2022.
- The pet food segment accounted for 42% of the global pet care market revenue in 2023.
- US dry dog food sales reached $13.9 billion in 2023.
- Wet pet food market share 25% globally in 2023.
- Premium pet food segment grew 12% YoY in US 2023.
- 70% of US households own a pet in 2023, totaling 94.2 million households.
- Dogs are the most popular pet in US with 65.1 million households owning one in 2023.
- 44.5 million US households own cats in 2023.
- US collar and leashes sales $2.1 billion 2023.
- Pet beds market global USD 4.7 billion 2023.
- 85% of dog owners buy toys monthly.
- US e-commerce pet supplies 42% of sales $14 billion 2023.
- Amazon holds 48% of US pet product online sales.
- 67% of pet owners shop online for products monthly.
In 2023, pet spending surged globally, with strong US growth and online buying driving the market.
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01 · Category
Market Size & Growth30 stats
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The global pet care market was valued at USD 232.5 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 349.49 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 6.0% from 2024 to 2030.
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In the US, pet industry expenditures reached $147 billion in 2023, up 7% from 2022.
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The pet food segment accounted for 42% of the global pet care market revenue in 2023.
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North America holds the largest share of the global pet care market at 38.5% in 2023.
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The pet supplements market is expected to grow from USD 2.5 billion in 2023 to USD 4.2 billion by 2030 at a CAGR of 7.5%.
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US pet industry spending on pet food hit $61.7 billion in 2023.
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The Asia-Pacific pet care market is projected to grow at the fastest CAGR of 8.2% from 2024 to 2030.
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Global pet grooming products market size was USD 3.2 billion in 2023, expected to reach USD 5.1 billion by 2031.
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Pet tech market valued at USD 5.3 billion in 2022, projected to USD 20.1 billion by 2030, CAGR 18%.
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Europe pet care market revenue stood at USD 25.6 billion in 2023.
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US supplies, live animals, and OTC medicine segment reached $33.4 billion in 2023.
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Global pet accessories market size estimated at USD 32.9 billion in 2024, to grow to USD 52.6 billion by 2032.
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Pet insurance market in US grew to $4.4 billion in premiums written in 2023.
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Latin America pet care market expected to grow from USD 8.1 billion in 2023 to USD 12.5 billion by 2030.
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US pet services spending was $14.5 billion in 2023.
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Global smart pet collars market valued at USD 2.9 billion in 2023, projected CAGR 15.2% to 2030.
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Pet toys market worldwide reached USD 9.8 billion in 2023.
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Middle East & Africa pet care market size was USD 4.2 billion in 2023.
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US vet care and product sales hit $38 billion in 2023.
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Global pet wearable market expected to grow from USD 3.4 billion in 2024 to USD 13.7 billion by 2032.
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Pet food market in China valued at USD 15.6 billion in 2023.
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US kennel boarding reached $2.3 billion in 2023 expenditures.
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Global pet treats market size was USD 31.5 billion in 2023, CAGR 5.8% forecast.
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India pet care market projected to reach USD 1.5 billion by 2028 from USD 0.8 billion in 2023.
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Pet apparel market globally valued at USD 2.1 billion in 2023.
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Brazil pet care market revenue USD 6.7 billion in 2023.
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Global automatic pet feeder market size USD 1.4 billion in 2023.
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US pet ownership households spent average $1,960per pet in 2023.
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Pet waste management products market USD 4.8 billion globally in 2023.
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UK pet care market value £8.2 billion in 2023.
Interpretation
Market Size & Growth Interpretation
The market size and growth figures show strong momentum, with the global pet care market rising from USD 232.5 billion in 2023 to USD 349.49 billion by 2030 and the pet food segment already driving 42% of revenue in 2023.
02 · Category
Pet Food Statistics25 stats
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US dry dog food sales reached $13.9 billion in 2023.
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Wet pet food market share 25% globally in 2023.
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Premium pet food segment grew 12% YoY in US 2023.
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Organic pet food sales in US $2.1 billion in 2023.
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Freeze-dried dog food market CAGR 9.5% to 2030.
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56% of US dog owners buy grain-free food.
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Cat treats sales $3.4 billion in US 2023.
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Raw pet food market valued at USD 10.2 billion globally 2023.
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41% of pet owners prefer natural ingredients in food.
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US fresh pet food delivery services revenue $1.8 billion 2023.
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Plant-based pet food market growing at 14% CAGR.
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Dog treats market US $6.7 billion in 2023.
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Insect protein pet food segment USD 1.1 billion 2023.
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73% of US cat owners feed wet food weekly.
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Functional pet food (with health benefits) 22% market share.
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Puppy food sales up 8% in 2023 US.
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Senior pet food market CAGR 7.2% globally.
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64% dog owners use subscription for food.
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Hypoallergenic pet food sales $4.5 billion US 2023.
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Baked pet treats growing 6% annually.
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52% of pet food purchases influenced by vet recommendations.
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Dehydrated pet food market USD 2.3 billion 2023.
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48% cat owners buy premium litter-integrated food.
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US pet food e-commerce sales 28% of total $17.2 billion 2023.
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Probiotics in pet food used by 35% owners.
Interpretation
Pet Food Statistics Interpretation
In 2023, pet food buying trends in the US and globally were especially strong as dry dog food sales hit $13.9 billion, premium and organic options rose to $2.1 billion, and 56% of US dog owners chose grain free, signaling clear momentum toward higher value and specialty pet food products.
03 · Category
Pet Ownership & Demographics29 stats
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70% of US households own a pet in 2023, totaling 94.2 million households.
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Dogs are the most popular pet in US with 65.1 million households owning one in 2023.
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44.5 million US households own cats in 2023.
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Millennials (25-44) represent 35% of pet owners in the US.
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67% of Gen Z pet owners in US have dogs, higher than other generations.
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Bird ownership in US stands at 6.7 million households in 2023.
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23% of US pet owners are single-person households.
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Freshwater fish owned by 11.5 million US households in 2023.
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Hispanic pet ownership in US grew 12% from 2016-2023.
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Reptile ownership at 6.2 million US households.
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Baby boomers (55+) own 27% of all US pets.
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38% of US families with kids under 18 own pets.
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Small animal ownership (rabbits, hamsters) 6.2 million households.
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Urban pet ownership rate 62% vs 59% suburban in US 2023.
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Women are primary pet owners in 71% of US households.
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Saltwater fish owners 2 million US households.
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15 million US households own horses in 2023.
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African American pet ownership increased 25% since 2011.
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49% of US pet owners aged 30-49.
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Multiple pet ownership in 52% of US pet households.
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Rural US pet ownership 65% of households.
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LGBTQ+ households 80% pet ownership rate vs 59% general.
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Senior (65+) pet ownership 43% in US.
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First-time dog owners increased 20% among Gen Z post-pandemic.
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28% of US pet owners rent their homes.
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Horse ownership demographics skew higher income, 70% over $75k.
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Cat ownership higher in apartments, 31% vs 22% houses.
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Pet ownership among US college students 45%.
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62% of dog owners are married couples.
Interpretation
Pet Ownership & Demographics Interpretation
In the Pet Ownership and Demographics landscape, pet ownership is broad and growing with 70% of US households owning a pet in 2023, and dogs lead the mix with 65.1 million households owning them while Millennials make up 35% of pet owners.
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Pet Supplies & Accessories25 stats
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US collar and leashes sales $2.1 billion 2023.
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Pet beds market global USD 4.7 billion 2023.
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85% of dog owners buy toys monthly.
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Grooming products US sales $3.5 billion 2023.
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Pet carriers market CAGR 6.8% to 2030.
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Interactive toys 40% of total toy sales.
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Waste bags sales 1.2 billion units US annually.
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Orthopedic pet beds sales up 15% YoY.
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Cat litter market US $3.9 billion 2023.
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Travel accessories for pets USD 1.9 billion global.
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Chew toys account for 55% dog toy market.
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Flea/tick prevention products $6.5 billion US.
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Pet clothing sales $2.3 billion global 2023.
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Litter boxes with tech features 20% market growth.
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Bowls/feeders US sales $1.8 billion.
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Training pads market USD 1.5 billion.
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Plush toys 30% of cat toy sales.
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Pet ramps/steps sales up 22% post-pandemic.
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Grooming gloves popular, 12 million units sold US.
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Harness sales overtook leashes by 10%.
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Self-cleaning litter boxes $450 million market.
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Holiday pet costumes peak sales $500 million Q4.
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Dental chews $1.2 billion US sales.
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Portable water bowls 8 million units annual sales.
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Anxiety wraps/calming aids $800 million.
Interpretation
Pet Supplies & Accessories Interpretation
Pet Supplies and Accessories demand is surging with US collar and leashes sales reaching $2.1 billion in 2023 and a pet bed market growing to $4.7 billion globally, backed by high purchase frequency like 85% of dog owners buying toys monthly and 40% of toy sales coming from interactive options.
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Sales Channels & Consumer Trends26 stats
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US e-commerce pet supplies 42% of sales $14 billion 2023.
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Amazon holds 48% of US pet product online sales.
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67% of pet owners shop online for products monthly.
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Chewy.com revenue $11.1 billion in 2023.
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PetSmart in-store sales 55% of total revenue.
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Subscription boxes for pets 15 million subscribers US.
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Mobile pet stores grew 25% in urban areas.
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74% pet owners influenced by social media ads.
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Walmart pet sales up 18% via grocery pickup.
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Direct-to-consumer pet brands 30% market share growth.
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Vet clinics product sales $10 billion annually US.
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TikTok drives 22% of Gen Z pet purchases.
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Petco omnichannel sales 60% integrated.
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Influencer marketing ROI 11x for pet products.
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55% prefer buy-online-pickup-in-store for heavy items.
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International e-commerce pet exports $5.2 billion.
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Loyalty programs used by 82% pet shoppers.
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Voice shopping for pets via Alexa 12% trials.
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Pop-up pet shops at events 40% sales conversion.
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91% read reviews before pet product buy.
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Farm stores capture 15% rural pet supplies.
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AR try-on for collars boosts conversion 35%.
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Email marketing open rate 28% for pet brands.
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Club stores like Costco 10% pet market share.
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76% millennials buy via mobile apps.
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Personalized product recommendations drive 31% sales.
Interpretation
Sales Channels & Consumer Trends Interpretation
Pet owners clearly favor online access, with 42% of US pet supplies sales coming from e-commerce totaling $14 billion in 2023 and 67% shopping online monthly, while Amazon drives 48% of US online pet product sales.
report visual · Projection
Pet products demand is growing—market expansion and fast-growing segments point to sustained momentum
Global pet care and multiple pet product categories are projected to expand strongly through the late 2020s, with especially rapid growth in supplements, pet tech, and Asia-Pacific.
18 Growth (CAGR / share / market size)
Start
-32.51%
CAGR · 2y
8.2 Growth (CAGR / share / market size)
Projected
20232025
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