PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1751417
PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1751417
China Pet Food Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Product (Wet Pet Food, Dry Pet Food, Snacks/Treats), By Pet Type (Cats, Dogs), By Category, By Distribution Channel (Convenience Stores, E-commerce), And Segment Forecasts, 2025 - 2030
China Pet Food Market Size & Trends:
The China pet food market size was estimated at USD 6.64 billion in 2024 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 7.3% from 2025 to 2030. Factors such as increasing loneliness, declining birth rates, and the desire for companionship have contributed to a surge in demand for pets, particularly in countries like China. Millennials, in particular, view pets as a way to practice or substitute parenthood. At the same time, older generations find comfort in pets due to empty nest syndrome, creating strong demand across various age groups.
A growing emphasis on pet health and wellness is a key driver of the pet food market in China. Chinese pet owners are becoming increasingly aware of the connection between nutrition and long-term health, which is driving demand for organic, grain-free, raw, and functional pet food products. There is a noticeable shift toward formulas that address specific health concerns such as allergies, digestive health, joint mobility, and skin and coat care. In response, pet food brands in China are launching more scientifically developed, nutritionally advanced products to meet these evolving needs.
The sharp rise in pet ownership, accelerated during and after the COVID-19 pandemic, has significantly expanded the pet consumer base in China. Many households adopted pets during lockdowns, and this momentum has continued post-pandemic. As a result, there is not only a growth in pet food volume but also a marked shift toward premium, clean-label products that are tailored to a pet's breed, age, and lifestyle. This trend highlights a deeper emotional investment in pet care and a willingness among Chinese consumers to prioritize quality and specialization in pet nutrition.
To meet this demand, domestic players in China are investing heavily in product R&D, incorporating traditional Chinese ingredients (such as goji berries or Chinese herbs) into pet nutrition. They are also embracing transparency and clean-label practices, offering clear information on ingredient sourcing and nutritional benefits. E-commerce platforms like JD.com and Tmall have made premium and imported pet foods widely accessible, while local brands are enhancing their presence with targeted digital marketing, pet influencer partnerships, and AI-driven recommendations for pet nutrition.
China Pet Food Market Report Segmentation
This report forecasts volume and revenue growth at the country level and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends and opportunities in each of the sub-segments from 2018 to 2030. For this study, Grand View Research has segmented the China pet food market report based on product, pet type, category, and distribution channel:
- Product Outlook (Volume, Kilo Tons; Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
- Wet Pet Food
- Dry Pet Food
- Snacks/Treats
- Pet Type Outlook Volume, Kilo Tons; Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
- Cats
- Dogs
- Others
- Category Outlook (Volume, Kilo Tons; Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
- Traditional Pet Food
- Specialist Veterinary Nutrition
- Cats
- Dogs
- Others
- Distribution Channel Outlook (Volume, Kilo Tons; Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
- Supermarkets & Hypermarkets
- Convenience Stores
- E-commerce
- Pet Specialty Stores
- Others
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope
- 1.1. Market Segmentation & Scope
- 1.2. Market Definition
- 1.3. Information Procurement
- 1.3.1. Purchased Database
- 1.3.2. GVR's Internal Database
- 1.3.3. Secondary Sources & Third-Party Perspectives
- 1.3.4. Primary Research
- 1.4. Information Analysis
- 1.4.1. Data Analysis Models
- 1.5. Market Formulation & Data Visualization
- 1.6. Data Validation & Publishing
Chapter 2. Executive Summary
- 2.1. Market Outlook
- 2.2. Product Outlook
- 2.3. Pet Type Outlook
- 2.4. Category Outlook
- 2.5. Distribution Channel Outlook
- 2.6. Competitive Landscape Outlook
Chapter 3. China Pet Food Market Variables, Trends & Scope
- 3.1. Market Lineage Outlook
- 3.1.1. Global Pet Food Market Size & Growth Rate Overview, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million, Kilo Tons)
- 3.2. Penetration & Growth Prospect Mapping
- 3.3. Industry Value Chain Analysis
- 3.3.1. Raw Material Trends Outlooks
- 3.3.2. Manufacturing and Technology Trends
- 3.3.3. Profit Margin Analysis
- 3.4. Market Dynamics
- 3.4.1. Market Driver Analysis
- 3.4.2. Market Restraint Analysis
- 3.4.3. Market Opportunities
- 3.4.4. Market Challenges
- 3.5. Industry Analysis - Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 3.6. Market Entry Strategies
Chapter 4. China Pet Food Market: Consumer Behavior Analysis
- 4.1. Demographic Analysis
- 4.2. Consumer Trends & Preferences
- 4.3. Factors Influencing Buying Behavior
- 4.4. Consumer Service Adoption Trends
- 4.5. Key Observations & Findings
Chapter 5. China Pet Food Market: Product Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 5.1. China Pet Food Market, by Product: Key Takeaways
- 5.2. Product Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2024 & 2030
- 5.3. Market Estimates & Forecasts, by Product, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million, Kilo Tons)
- 5.3.1. Wet pet food
- 5.3.1.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million, Kilo Tons)
- 5.3.2. Dry pet food
- 5.3.2.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million, Kilo Tons)
- 5.3.3. Snacks/Treats
- 5.3.3.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million, Kilo Tons)
- 5.3.1. Wet pet food
Chapter 6. China Pet Food Market: Pet Type Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 6.1. China Pet Food Market, by Pet Type: Key Takeaways
- 6.2. Pet Type Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2024 & 2030
- 6.3. Market Estimates & Forecasts, by Pet Type, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million, Kilo Tons)
- 6.3.1. Cats
- 6.3.1.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million, Kilo Tons)
- 6.3.2. Dogs
- 6.3.2.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million, Kilo Tons)
- 6.3.3. Others
- 6.3.3.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million, Kilo Tons)
- 6.3.1. Cats
Chapter 7. China Pet Food Market: Category Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 7.1. China Pet Food Market, by Category: Key Takeaways
- 7.2. Category Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2024 & 2030
- 7.3. Market Estimates & Forecasts, by Category, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million, Kilo Tons)
- 7.3.1. Traditional Pet Food
- 7.3.1.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million, Kilo Tons)
- 7.3.2. Specialist Veterinary Nutrition
- 7.3.2.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million, Kilo Tons)
- 7.3.2.2. Cats
- 7.3.2.2.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million, Kilo Tons)
- 7.3.2.3. Dogs
- 7.3.2.3.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million, Kilo Tons)
- 7.3.2.4. Others
- 7.3.2.4.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million, Kilo Tons)
- 7.3.1. Traditional Pet Food
Chapter 8. China Pet Food Market: Distribution Channel Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 8.1. China Pet Food Market, by Distribution Channel: Key Takeaways
- 8.2. Distribution Channel Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2024 & 2030
- 8.3. Market Estimates & Forecasts, by Distribution Channel, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
- 8.3.1. Hypermarkets & Supermarkets
- 8.3.1.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
- 8.3.2. Convenience Stores
- 8.3.2.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
- 8.3.3. E-commerce
- 8.3.3.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
- 8.3.4. Pet Specialty Stores
- 8.3.4.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
- 8.3.5. Others
- 8.3.5.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
- 8.3.1. Hypermarkets & Supermarkets
Chapter 9. Competitive Analysis
- 9.1. Recent Developments & Impact Analysis by Key Market Participants
- 9.2. Company Categorization
- 9.3. Participant's Overview
- 9.4. Financial Performance
- 9.4.1. Revenue
- 9.4.2. COGS
- 9.4.3. Gross Profit Margin (%)
- 9.4.4. EBIT/EBITDA
- 9.4.5. Regional Revenue Breakdown
- 9.4.6. Business Segment Revenue Breakdown (as per annual report)
- 9.5. Product Benchmarking
- 9.6. Company Market Share Analysis, 2024 (%)
- 9.7. Company Heat Map Analysis
- 9.8. Strategy Mapping
- 9.9. Company Profiles
- 9.9.1. The J.M. Smucker Company
- 9.9.1.1. Company Overview
- 9.9.1.2. Financial Performance
- 9.9.1.3. Product Portfolios
- 9.9.1.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 9.9.2. Nestle Purina
- 9.9.2.1. Company Overview
- 9.9.2.2. Financial Performance
- 9.9.2.3. Product Portfolios
- 9.9.2.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 9.9.3. Mars, Incorporated
- 9.9.3.1. Company Overview
- 9.9.3.2. Financial Performance
- 9.9.3.3. Product Portfolios
- 9.9.3.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 9.9.4. LUPUS Alimentos
- 9.9.4.1. Company Overview
- 9.9.4.2. Financial Performance
- 9.9.4.3. Product Portfolios
- 9.9.4.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 9.9.5. Total Alimentos
- 9.9.5.1. Company Overview
- 9.9.5.2. Financial Performance
- 9.9.5.3. Product Portfolios
- 9.9.5.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 9.9.6. Hill's Pet Nutrition, Inc.
- 9.9.6.1. Company Overview
- 9.9.6.2. Financial Performance
- 9.9.6.3. Product Portfolios
- 9.9.6.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 9.9.7. General Mills Inc.
- 9.9.7.1. Company Overview
- 9.9.7.2. Financial Performance
- 9.9.7.3. Product Portfolios
- 9.9.7.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 9.9.8. WellPet LLC
- 9.9.8.1. Company Overview
- 9.9.8.2. Financial Performance
- 9.9.8.3. Product Portfolios
- 9.9.8.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 9.9.9. The Hartz Mountain Corporation
- 9.9.9.1. Company Overview
- 9.9.9.2. Financial Performance
- 9.9.9.3. Product Portfolios
- 9.9.9.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 9.9.10. Diamond Pet Foods
- 9.9.10.1. Company Overview
- 9.9.10.2. Financial Performance
- 9.9.10.3. Product Portfolios
- 9.9.10.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 9.9.1. The J.M. Smucker Company
List of Tables
- Table 1 China pet food market - Key market driver analysis
- Table 2 China pet food market - Key market restraint analysis
- Table 3 China pet food market estimates & forecast, by product (USD Million, Kilo Tons)
- Table 4 China pet food market estimates & forecast, by pet type (USD Million, Kilo Tons)
- Table 5 China pet food market estimates & forecast, by category (USD Million, Kilo Tons)
- Table 6 China pet food market estimates & forecast, by distribution channel (USD Million, Kilo Tons)
- Table 7 Recent developments & impact analysis by key market participants
- Table 8 Company market share, 2024
- Table 9 Company heat map analysis
- Table 10 Companies undergoing key strategies
List of Figures
- Fig. 1 China pet food market segmentation
- Fig. 2 Information procurement
- Fig. 3 Primary research pattern
- Fig. 4 Primary research approaches
- Fig. 5 Primary research process
- Fig. 6 Market snapshot
- Fig. 7 Product snapshot
- Fig. 8 Pet Type snapshot
- Fig. 9 Category snapshot
- Fig. 10 Distribution channel snapshot
- Fig. 11 Regional snapshot
- Fig. 12 Competitive landscape snapshot
- Fig. 13 China pet food market size, 2018 to 2030 (USD Million)
- Fig. 14 China pet food market: Value chain analysis
- Fig. 15 China pet food market: Profit margin analysis
- Fig. 16 China pet food market: Market dynamics
- Fig. 17 China pet food market: Porter's five forces analysis
- Fig. 18 Factors influencing buying decisions for China pet food
- Fig. 19 China pet food market, by product: Key Takeaways
- Fig. 20 China pet food market: Product movement analysis, 2024 & 2030 (%)
- Fig. 21 China wet pet food market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million, Kilo Tons)
- Fig. 22 China dry pet food market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million, Kilo Tons)
- Fig. 23 China pet treats/snacks market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million, Kilo Tons)
- Fig. 24 China pet food market, by pet type: Key Takeaways
- Fig. 25 China pet food market: Pet Type movement analysis, 2024 & 2030 (%)
- Fig. 26 China dog pet food market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million, Kilo Tons)
- Fig. 27 China cat pet food market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million, Kilo Tons)
- Fig. 28 China other pet food market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million, Kilo Tons)
- Fig. 29 China pet food market, by category: Key Takeaways
- Fig. 30 China pet food market: Category movement analysis, 2024 & 2030 (%)
- Fig. 31 China traditional pet food market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million, Kilo Tons)
- Fig. 32 China specialist veterinary nutrition pet food market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million, Kilo Tons)
- Fig. 33 China pet food market, by distribution channel: Key Takeaways
- Fig. 34 China pet food market: Distribution channel movement analysis, 2024 & 2030 (%)
- Fig. 35 China pet food market estimates and forecasts through hypermarkets & supermarkets, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million, Kilo Tons)
- Fig. 36 China pet food market estimates and forecasts through convenience stores, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million, Kilo Tons)
- Fig. 37 China pet food market estimates and forecasts through e-commerce channels, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million, Kilo Tons)
- Fig. 38 China pet food market estimates and forecasts through pet specialty stores, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million, Kilo Tons)
- Fig. 39 China pet food market estimates and forecasts through other channels, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million, Kilo Tons)
- Fig. 40 Key company categorization
- Fig. 41 Company market share analysis, 2024
- Fig. 42 Strategic framework of the China pet food market
