Pet population

The industry is a hive of activity as analysts report increases in cat and dog households, plus a steadily rising demand for quality products and services.

With the Chinese pet market showing healthy numbers, the government is investing in the sector as one that offers valuable growth opportunities.

Despite additional repair expenses, property managers report benefits from welcoming pets, including more rental applications and stronger lease renewals.

A new generation of engaged pet parents is refashioning consumption habits, raising expectations and creating new opportunities across food, retail and services.

Official data show that rising numbers of multi-cat households and higher registration rates are reshaping the market in the Asian country.

While ownership continues to grow, APPA reveals how pet parents are reallocating budgets toward essentials and becoming more cost-conscious.

Dogs remain the most common pet, while spending on health, insurance and services continues to rise.

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

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

New data shows that specialized retail remains the leading channel, but online purchases are gaining ground.