The India cat food market size was valued at USD 9.26 Million in 2025. The market is further projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.20% between 2026 and 2035, reaching a value of USD 20.36 Million by 2035.
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The pet care industry in India is expected to reach USD 800 million by 2025, with dogs being the most popular pet, followed by cats. The rise in per adoption has also led to an increase in demand for nutrition products tailored to cater to cats' needs in the Indian market.
The surge in feline adoption can be attributed to several reasons, including cats being more independent and self-sustaining, seeming kinship millennials feel towards these self-sufficient animals, and increased awareness of animal welfare issues.
As per India cat food market analysis, cities like Mumbai, Pune, Bangalore, Mysore, Kolkata, Chennai, and Hyderabad are leading the way in cat adoption in India.
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Cat owners are increasingly seeking cat food products that offer additional health benefits, such as improved digestion, dental care, and immunity support. Drools, a leading pet food brand in India, recently launched a range of functional cat food products that offers such benefits.
Currently, there are approximately 9.1 million stray cats on the streets and 8.8 million homeless dogs and cats living in shelters. However, the trend of cat adoption and pet ownership is growing in India, driven by the increasing popularity of cats as pets, urbanisation, and the availability of pet-friendly housing. This can lead to an increased demand for cat food products, driving India cat food market growth.
The trend of eco-friendly cat food packaging is growing in the Indian cat food market, driven by consumers' increasing awareness of environmental sustainability and the desire for eco-friendly products. Mars Petcare India, a subsidiary of Mars Inc., launched eco-friendly cat food packaging for its Whiskas brand, reducing its environmental impact and catering to environmentally conscious consumers.
Moreover, meat-based cat food dominates the India cat food market share as it provides the necessary protein and nutrients, such as taurine, arginine, and Vitamin B6 for their cats' growth and development. Brands like Mars Petcare, Nestlé Purina PetCare, and Hill's Pet Nutrition offer a wide range of meat-based cat food products, including wet and dry cat food, and treats.
Mars Inc, the main (largest) cat food company in India, expanded its cat food range in India in 2021 by introducing new products such as Whiskas Tasty Mix Wet Cat Food. PurePet, a growing Indian brand, provides 70% chicken dry and wet cat food made with added vitamins, minerals, and nutrients.
"India Cat Food Market Report and Forecast 2026-2035" offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:
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Market players are competing to offer a wide range of premium cat food products to meet the needs of cat owners.
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In 2025, the market reached an approximate value of USD 9.26 Million.
The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.20% between 2026 and 2035.
The market is estimated to witness a healthy growth in the forecast period of 2026-2035 to reach USD 20.36 Million by 2035.
The market is expected to grow significantly due to increased pet adoption, increased pet humanisation, growing awareness of pet health and nutrition.
Key trends aiding the market expansion include surging prioritisation of supplements and nutrition, e-commerce growth in China, and the rising demand for premium pet food products that provide essential nutrients for pets.
Regions considered in the market are North India, East and Central India, West India, and South India.
Based on product, the market segmentations include dry cat food, cat treats, and wet cat food.
Animal derived and plant derived ingredients are considered in the report.
Key players in the market are Nestlé S.A., Mars, Incorporated, Colgate-Palmolive Company, General Mills, Inc., The J.M. Smucker Company, Drools Pet Food Pvt. Ltd., Russo Mangimi S.p.A. (Farmina Pet Foods), ABIS Exports (I) Pvt. Ltd., and Goofy Tails Private Limited, among others.
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| Base Year | 2025 |
| Historical Period | 2019-2025 |
| Forecast Period | 2026-2035 |
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