The global dog food market is expected to grow with an impressive CAGR during the forecast period. Dogs and other canines of a similar species are the primary targets of dog food formulation and consumption projections. The precise ingredients in this food vary from manufacturer to manufacturer, but the typical dog food contains meats, cereals, meat byproducts, grains, minerals, and vitamins. Government agencies have stringent regulations governing this food, so pet food producers must abide by them. In 2021, the dog population in the United States will be more than 89.7 million dogs.
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Dog adoption as family pets is an expanding trend that is anticipated to increase product demand. The idea of a pet is becoming more humanized, which is good for dogs. This has led to an increase in the number of people who keep dogs and feed them premium food.
Growing Trend of Pet Humanization and Pet Welfare Fuels the Market Growth
Recently, mainstream media outlets around the world have paid a lot of attention to the humanization of pets. An important development in the pet food industry, particularly in developed nations, has been the shift from pet ownership to pet parenting. In developed nations, more than one-third of households have a pet. It follows that the pet food industry is expected to grow as pets become more humanized.
Increasing Consumer Awareness Regarding Dog Health Benefits Drives the Market Growth
Pets are now regarded as members of the family as a result of this trend toward pet humanization. Consumers' willingness to spend more on pet food is influenced by the deepening bond between pet owners and their animals. In order to better the health of their cherished pets, consumers are now buying dog foods that are nutritionally dense. Currently, dog owners are searching for dog consumables that are locally produced, natural, or have specific health benefits in addition to primary food products. For instance, with the introduction of EveryDawg, Wiggles declared the expansion of its food category. EveryDawg is a tasty and healthy dry dog food suitable for all breeds of dogs, free of sugar and gluten. EveryDawg is carefully crafted to meet the daily nutritional needs of dogs depending on their life stage and is found at in three variantsMother and Puppy, Puppies, and Adult Dogs.
Clean Label Food Boosts the Market Growth
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Rising Spending by Pet Owners Propels the Market Growth
Owners spend more money on dog food and accessories to ensure that their dogs are active. Dog owners choose dog food due to growing concerns about pet care and a desire to keep their animals busy.

Market Segmentation
Company Profile
Mars Petcare, Inc. (Mars, Incorporated), Nestlé Purina PetCare Company, Hill's Pet Nutrition, Inc., Del Monte Foods, Inc., The J.M. Smucker Company, The Hartz Mountain Corporation, Total Alimentos S.A., Wellness Pet Company, Inc., Diamond Pet Foods and Lupus Food are
Attribute | Details |
Base Year | 2021 |
Historical Years | 2017 – 2020 |
Estimated Year | 2022 |
Forecast Period | 2023 – 2027 |
Quantitative Units | Revenue in USD Billion and CAGR for 2017-2021 and 2022-2027 |
Report Coverage | Revenue forecast, company share, competitive landscape, growth factors, and trends |
Segments Covered | · Product Type· Type· Pricing· Distribution Channel· Region |
Regional Scope | North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and South America |
Country Scope | United States, Canada, Mexico, France, Germany, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, China, India, Japan, South Korea, Australia, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Turkey, Brazil, Argentina, Colombia |
Key Companies Profiled | Mars Petcare, Inc. (Mars, Incorporated), Nestlé Purina PetCare Company, Hill's Pet Nutrition, Inc., Del Monte Foods, Inc., The J.M. Smucker Company, The Hartz Mountain Corporation, Total Alimentos S.A., Wellness Pet Company, Inc., Diamond Pet Foods, Lupus Food, etc. |
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Report Scope
In this report, the global dog food market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below
- Dog Food Market, By Product Type
- Dry Food
- Dog Treats
- Wet Foods
- Dog Food Market, By Pricing
- Dog Food Market, By Distribution Channel
- Supermarkets/Hypermarkets
- Veterinary Clinics
- Pet Stores
- Online
- Others
- Dog Food Market, By Region
- North America
- The United States
- Canada
- Mexico
- Europe
- France
- Germany
- The United Kingdom
- Italy
- Spain
- Asia-Pacific
- China
- India
- Japan
- South Korea
- Australia
- Middle East & Africa
- South Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE
- Turkey
- South America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Colombia