Consumer insights

Food and veterinary care account for the largest share of spending in 2025. GlobalPETS has the details.

Fish numbers decline 13.6% year-on-year, while cats and dogs also record slight drops but remain the most common companion animals.

Digital channels hold steady at 28% for dog food and 21% for cat food, while supermarkets remain the dominant retail channel.

Economists expect growth to be uneven, driven by AI expansion. In the pet sector, strong fundamentals and adoption rates will likely boost investments.

Dogs continued to dominate the sector, accounting for more than 80% of the market in 2025.

APPA data points to new highs in digital pet care shopping in 2025, led by strong uptake in the food, treats and essential categories.

Fresh food innovation and e-commerce growth are shaping the company’s next chapter. GlobalPETS sits down with CEO Shashank Sinha.

Younger workers are more likely to factor their pets into employer decisions, but older generations are also taking animal welfare into account.

The population of insured pets grew by a high-single-digit percentage last year, with dogs continuing to account for the vast majority.

An AI analysis of 50,000 reviews reveals strong product offerings but highlights service and checkout frustrations.