The Canada Pet Food Market to reach $5.6 Billion by 2030; the increasing pet adoption rates, demand for premium and specialized pet food, shift towards healthier pet food options, pet humanization and innovations in pet food formulations and flavors are driving the growth of Canada Pet Food Market.

Canada Pet Food Market Overview:

The Canada Pet Food Market size is estimated to reach $5.6 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 4.9% during the forecast period 2024-2030, according to a recent report published by IndustryARC, titled, “Canada Pet Food Market– By Animal Type (Dogs, Cats, Fish, Birds and Others), By Ingredient (Cereals, Fruits & Vegetables, Proteins, Fats and Additives), By Source (Conventional and Organic), By Food Type (Semi-moist Foods, Kibble, Canned Food, Veterinary Food, Nutritional Food and Others), By Packaging (Bags, Cans, Pouches, Boxes/Cartons, Bottles and Jars, Tubs and Others) and By Distribution Channel (Online and Offline) Opportunity Analysis & Industry Forecast, 2024-2030.”

The increasing pet adoption rates in Canada is the primary factor driving the pet food market in the country. Additionally, the demand for premium and specialized pet food, shift towards healthier pet food options and pet humanization are driving the market. Moreover, the innovations in pet food formulations and flavors boosts the pet food market in Canada.

Cats Dominated the Market in 2023:

In terms of animal type, cats accounted for the largest share of 35% of the Canada Pet Food Market in 2023 driven by the high rate of cat ownership in urban and suburban regions. Cats have become popular pets due to their adaptability to smaller living spaces making them ideal for apartment dwellers and city residents. According to the Canadian Animal Health Institute (CAHI) 2022 Pet Population Survey, more than half of Canadian households (60%) own at least one dog or cat. For 2022, the cat population increased to 8.5 million from 8.1 million in 2020 whereas in 2022, the dog population stood at 7.9 million. Additionally, the cat food segment is benefitting from the growing demand for premium and specialized diets such as grain-free, organic and high-protein options tailored to feline health needs. In August 2023, Mars Petcare’s premium cat nutrition brand SHEBA launched its products into Canada, offering Canadian cat parents wet formulas through its SHEBA BISTRO line. The SHEBA BISTRO line offers a variety of wet diets for cats, focused on providing complete-and-balanced nutrition through gourmet recipes. With more households adopting cats, brands are capitalizing on this trend by offering a variety of cat-specific products leading to market dominance in this category.

Canada Pet Food Market: Key Takeaways 

Innovations in Formulas and Flavor

Innovation in pet food formulas and flavors is a major driver of growth in the Canadian pet food market. As consumers look for variety and high-quality options manufacturers are responding by introducing new flavors, unique textures and ingredient combinations. This includes functional foods with added health benefits, limited-ingredient diets for sensitivities and exotic flavors to appeal to pets' diverse tastes. For instance, Charmy Pet, a Canadian pet-nutrition company, announced a Kickstarter campaign in June 2022 for their new line of freeze-dried pet food. By adding natural herbs from traditional Chinese medicine into pet food, Charmy is helping pet parents improve the health of their dogs without the need for artificial supplements and vitamins. The market has also seen innovations in formulating age-specific and breed-specific diets as well as adding probiotics and antioxidants for health support. This drive for innovation meets consumer demand for diversity and enhances brand loyalty as pet owners seek tailored nutrition solutions.

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Demand for Specialized Food

There is a growing awareness of pet health and nutrition among pet owners that drives the demand for specialized pet food in Canada. Pet owners are increasing aware of pet health issues such as digestive problems, allergies and obesity and as a result are seeking food to aid the pet. There is a growing need for high-protein, allergen free, non-GMO and probiotic pet food. Brands are capitalizing on this demand and launching products to cater to this niche. For instance, in August 2024, Hagen Group announced a line of pet food products for dogs and cats. The Freeze-Dried RAW seeks to offer cats the benefits of a pure raw meat diet that is minimally processed to preserve nutrients in a more convenient format which is ideal for cats with food allergies or sensitivities while the Licky Snack is a lickable treat for dogs with sensitive stomachs.

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Recent Developments:

• In June 2024, CULT Food Science Corp. announced that its subsidiary Further Foods Inc. launched the Noochies! cultivated pet food brand in Canada. Noochies! Freeze Dried Dog and Cat Snacks are available directly to consumers throughout the country via Noochies’ e-commerce platform. 
• In September 2023, Pet Valu Holdings Ltd. officially opened its new state-of-the-art 670,000-square-foot distribution center, called GTA DC. According to the retailer, the GTA DC is the largest robotics automated distribution center in Canda dedicated to the pet industry.In March 2023, Trueleaf Petcare Inc. announced that it officially acquired True Leaf, a brand of pet supplements. Since its founding, True Leaf created a line of hemp seed-inclusive supplements targeting calming, mobility and immune support in dogs and cats.

Canada Pet Food Market: Competitive Landscape

Key companies profiled in the Canada Pet Food Market are Mars Petcare Canada, Nestlé Purina PetCare Canada (Archer Daniels Midland), General Mills Canada, Champion Petfoods, PLB International, Elmira Pet Products, FirstMate Pet Foods, Petcurean, Hagen Inc., Canadian Naturals and others.

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