While many people still regard feline and canine domestic animals solely as rodent control or guard animals, a new generation of consumers is emerging who regard pet cats and dogs primarily as companion animals. As such, the role that dogs and cats play in Vietnamese society is changing. Pet Care in Vietnam report offers a comprehensive...
Pet care continues to see strong growth in both current value and volume terms, backed by strong economic growth in the US. Pet humanisation is having a growing influence on the market, with consumers increasingly treating their pets as one of the family. This is driving demand for higher-quality pet food and pet products, with owners looking...
Pet care in Sweden continues to record solid current value growth. Dog food continues to post more dynamic growth than cat food and other pet food. Although dry dog food accounts for the largest share of value sales, wet dog food remains more dynamic as this format is growing in importance, particularly among small dog breeds, which require...
The pet humanisation trend continues to underpin the development and growth of pet care in Switzerland. The growing inclination of owners to view their pets as family members, rather than simply as animals, feeds into their pet care purchasing decisions. Thus, owners are purchasing better quality and more sophisticated food that improves the...
Although pet care was stable in terms of retail volume sales in 2020, growth was observed in value terms. Pet owners are increasingly willing to spend more on their animal companions, both on food, treats and other pet products. Pet Care in Netherlands report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the market at a national...
The end of the review period saw increased cultural openness in Saudi Arabia, benefiting sales of pet care products as animals started to become more accepted as pets in consumers’ homes. A series of reforms introduced by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has softened attitudes towards keeping animal companions, with cats, in particular, growing...
Thanks to the humanisation trend, the perception among humans of their pets is changing and is subsequently making the pet care industry much more dynamic. Moreover, resulting product innovation is being further boosted by e-commerce and new business models. Accordingly, there has been growing interest in the specialisation and personalisation...
Demographic trends and changing perceptions of pet ownership are resulting in an ongoing boom in the pet population. Population ageing and growth in the number of single-person households and childless couples are notably encouraging more people to opt for pets. Elderly consumers and those living alone often turn to pets for companionship,...
Pet care continues to remain dynamic in Singapore, with active innovation in pet food and technological advancements in pet accessories. Pet food manufacturers are incorporating novel proteins, simplifying ingredient lists, using natural ingredients and making their foods more targeted towards breeds, age, and health conditions. Meanwhile,...
In 2020, pet care was fuelled by growing dog, cat and small mammal/reptile populations, premiumisation and humanisation of their products. Recent years of growing economic prosperity in Poland have been driving wages upwards, increasing disposable income. Price ceased to be the defining factor of a product, instead being replaced by quality,...