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North America Cat Food Market Size, Share, Trends, Growth: By Product: Dry Cat Food, Cat Treats, Wet Cat Food; By Ingredient Type: Animal Derived, Plant Derived; By Price Category: Premium Products, Mass Products; By Distribution Channel: Supermarkets and Hypermarkets, Others; Regional Analysis; Competitive Landscape; 2024-2032
North America Cat Food Market Outlook
The North America cat food market size reached USD 15.07 billion in 2023. The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.3% between 2024 and 2032, reaching almost USD 22.22 billion by 2032.
Key Takeaways:
- Based on data from the American Pet Products Association (2023-2024), pet ownership is prevalent in 66% of U.S. households, totalling 86.9 million homes. Among pets, dogs hold the top spot with 65.1 million households owning them, followed by cats (46.5 million households) and freshwater fish (11.1 million households).
- As per industry reports, millennials constitute the largest segment of current pet owners at 33%, followed by Gen X at 25% and baby boomers at 24%.
The North America cat food market, centered around the production and sale of cat food products in the United States, encompasses a variety of offerings including wet food, dry food, treats, and specialty diets. This segment of the broader pet food industry is experiencing significant growth driven by factors such as expanding pet ownership, evolving consumer preferences toward premium and natural pet foods, and the burgeoning influence of e-commerce.
Key growth drivers include the rising number of pet owners seeking high-quality nutrition for their cats, leading to increased demand for premium and natural cat food options. The proliferation of online shopping platforms has also created new avenues for manufacturers to connect with consumers and innovate their offerings. To stay competitive, manufacturers are continuously enhancing their products through innovative formulations, packaging, and marketing strategies.
Cat food is specially formulated to meet the dietary needs of cats, which are obligate carnivores requiring high levels of animal-based protein and fats. This includes protein sources like chicken, turkey, fish, and beef, along with essential nutrients such as minerals, vitamins, and fats crucial for growth and maintenance of overall health.
The trend of pet humanisation, where pets are treated as family members, is influencing consumer behaviour towards seeking premium and nutritious pet foods that mirror human dietary standards. In the U.S., cat ownership is prevalent, with approximately 46.5 million households having cats as pets, reflecting a growing market for cat-related products.
The adoption of cats as pets has risen in North America due to various factors including the need for companionship, the convenience of owning cats over dogs in urban environments, and the work-from-home culture accelerated by the pandemic. Millennials, comprising a significant portion of pet owners, are driving this trend with a preference for younger cats and a propensity for pet store purchases benefitting the North America cat food market development.
Market Segmentation
North America Cat Food Market Report and Forecast 2024-2032 offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:
Market Breakup by Product
- Dry Cat Food
- Cat Treats
- Wet Cat Food
Market Breakup by Ingredient Type
- Animal Derived
- Plant Derived
Market Breakup by Price Category
- Premium Products
- Mass Products
Market Breakup by Distribution Channel
- Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
- Specialty Stores
- Online
- Others
Market Breakup by Country
- United States of America
- Canada
Competitive Landscape
Major players are increasing their market share through investments in new product launches, mergers, and acquisitions.
- Nestlé S.A.
- Mars, Incorporated
- Schell & Kampeter, Inc.
- Colgate-Palmolive Company
- General Mills, Inc.
- Wellness Pet Company, Inc.
- The J.M. Smucker Company
- Archer-Daniels-Midland Co.
- PLB International
- Heristo AG
- Others
Key Highlights of the Report
| REPORT FEATURES | DETAILS |
| Base Year | 2023 |
| Historical Period | 2018-2023 |
| Forecast Period | 2024-2032 |
| Scope of the Report |
Historical and Forecast Trends, Industry Drivers and Constraints, Historical and Forecast Market Analysis by Segment:
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*At Expert Market Research, we strive to always give you current and accurate information. The numbers depicted in the description are indicative and may differ from the actual numbers in the final EMR report.
1 Preface
2 Report Coverage – Key Segmentation and Scope
3 Report Description
3.1 Market Definition and Outlook
3.2 Properties and Applications
3.3 Market Analysis
3.4 Key Players
4 Key Assumptions
5 Executive Summary
5.1 Overview
5.2 Key Drivers
5.3 Key Developments
5.4 Competitive Structure
5.5 Key Industrial Trends
6 Market Snapshot
7 Opportunities and Challenges in the Market
8 Global Cat Food Market Overview
8.1 Key Industry Highlights
8.2 Global Cat Food Historical Market (2018-2023)
8.3 Global Cat Food Market Forecast (2024-2032)
8.4 Global Cat Food Market Share by Region
8.4.1 North America
8.4.2 Europe
8.4.3 Asia Pacific
8.4.4 Latin America
8.4.5 Middle East and Africa
9 North America Cat Food Market Overview
9.1 Key Industry Highlights
9.2 North America Cat Food Historical Market (2018-2023)
9.3 North America Cat Food Market Forecast (2024-2032)
10 North America Cat Food Market by Product
10.1 Dry Cat Food
10.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
10.1.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
10.2 Cat Treats
10.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
10.2.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
10.3 Wet Cat Food
10.3.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
10.3.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
11 North America Cat Food Market by Ingredient Type
11.1 Animal Derived
11.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
11.1.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
11.2 Plant Derived
11.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
11.2.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
12 North America Cat Food Market by Price Category
12.1 Premium Products
12.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
12.1.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
12.2 Mass Products
12.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
12.2.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
13 North America Cat Food Market by Distribution Channel
13.1 Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
13.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
13.1.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
13.2 Specialty Stores
13.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
13.2.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
13.3 Online
13.3.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
13.3.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
13.4 Others
14 North America Cat Food Market by Country
14.1 United States of America
14.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
14.1.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
14.2 Canada
14.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
14.2.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
15 Market Dynamics
15.1 SWOT Analysis
15.1.1 Strengths
15.1.2 Weaknesses
15.1.3 Opportunities
15.1.4 Threats
15.2 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
15.2.1 Supplier’s Power
15.2.2 Buyer’s Power
15.2.3 Threat of New Entrants
15.2.4 Degree of Rivalry
15.2.5 Threat of Substitutes
15.3 Key Indicators of Demand
15.4 Key Indicators of Price
16 Value Chain Analysis
17 Competitive Landscape
17.1 Market Structure
17.2 Company Profiles
17.2.1 Nestlé S.A.
17.2.1.1 Company Overview
17.2.1.2 Product Portfolio
17.2.1.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
17.2.1.4 Certifications
17.2.2 Mars, Incorporated
17.2.2.1 Company Overview
17.2.2.2 Product Portfolio
17.2.2.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
17.2.2.4 Certifications
17.2.3 Schell & Kampeter, Inc.
17.2.3.1 Company Overview
17.2.3.2 Product Portfolio
17.2.3.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
17.2.3.4 Certifications
17.2.4 Colgate-Palmolive Company
17.2.4.1 Company Overview
17.2.4.2 Product Portfolio
17.2.4.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
17.2.4.4 Certifications
17.2.5 General Mills, Inc.
17.2.5.1 Company Overview
17.2.5.2 Product Portfolio
17.2.5.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
17.2.5.4 Certifications
17.2.6 Wellness Pet Company, Inc.
17.2.6.1 Company Overview
17.2.6.2 Product Portfolio
17.2.6.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
17.2.6.4 Certifications
17.2.7 The J.M. Smucker Company
17.2.7.1 Company Overview
17.2.7.2 Product Portfolio
17.2.7.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
17.2.7.4 Certifications
17.2.8 Archer-Daniels-Midland Co.
17.2.8.1 Company Overview
17.2.8.2 Product Portfolio
17.2.8.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
17.2.8.4 Certifications
17.2.9 PLB International
17.2.9.1 Company Overview
17.2.9.2 Product Portfolio
17.2.9.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
17.2.9.4 Certifications
17.2.10 Heristo AG
17.2.10.1 Company Overview
17.2.10.2 Product Portfolio
17.2.10.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
17.2.10.4 Certifications
17.2.11 Others
18 Key Trends and Developments in the Market
List of Key Figures and Tables
1. Global Cat Food Market: Key Industry Highlights, 2018 and 2032
2. North America Cat Food Market: Key Industry Highlights, 2018 and 2032
3. North America Cat Food Historical Market: Breakup by Product (USD Billion), 2018-2023
4. North America Cat Food Market Forecast: Breakup by Product (USD Billion), 2024-2032
5. North America Cat Food Historical Market: Breakup by Ingredient Type (USD Billion), 2018-2023
6. North America Cat Food Market Forecast: Breakup by Ingredient Type (USD Billion), 2024-2032
7. North America Cat Food Historical Market: Breakup by Price Category (USD Billion), 2018-2023
8. North America Cat Food Market Forecast: Breakup by Price Category (USD Billion), 2024-2032
9. North America Cat Food Historical Market: Breakup by Distribution Channel (USD Billion), 2018-2023
10. North America Cat Food Market Forecast: Breakup by Distribution Channel (USD Billion), 2024-2032
11. North America Cat Food Historical Market: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2018-2023
12. North America Cat Food Market Forecast: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2024-2032
13. North America Cat Food Market Structure
Key Questions Answered in the Report
The market is estimated to be valued at USD 15.07 billion in 2023.
The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.3% between 2024 and 2032.
The cat food market is expected to witness a healthy growth in the forecast period of 2024-2032 to reach USD 22.22 billion in 2032.
The market is categorised according to its product, which includes dry cat food, cat treats, and wet cat food.
The key market players are Nestlé S.A., Mars, Incorporated, Schell & Kampeter, Inc., Colgate-Palmolive Company, General Mills, Inc., Wellness Pet Company, Inc., The J.M. Smucker Company, Archer-Daniels-Midland Co., PLB International, Heristo AG, and others.
The market is driven by factors that include increasing adoption of cats, coupled with heightened pet humanisation and evolving consumer preferences, among others.
The market is categorised according to its ingredient type, which includes animal derived and plant derived.
Hill's Science Diet stands out as a top brand choice for pet nutrition, renowned for its scientifically supported approach. The brand distinguishes itself by employing several veterinary nutritionists and operating its own dedicated nutrition research centre.
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