United States Dog Food Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034

The dog food market in the United States reached a value of D 30.86 Billion in 2024. The market is further expected to grow at a CAGR of about 5.30% in the forecast period of 2025-2034 to reach a value of around USD 51.72 Billion by 2034.

Dry Dog Food Segment Expected to Influence the Market Growth Positively

The dry dog food segment is expected to account for the largest market share of the market in the forecast year. Dry dog food helps ensure good oral care in dogs with minimal tartar build-up on the animal's teeth by reducing plaque. This product type provides the crunch and chewing essential for animal health maintenance. Dry food does not need to be frozen unlike canned food. The owner-friendly and easy-to-store and feed dry pet food is a significant segment in the United States dog food market. Apart from being cost-effective, some of these products are specially formulated to clean teeth while consumed. These factors give dry dog foods an edge over wet pet foods. Dry dog food can be left out for long hours without spoilage. Hence, it is very convenient for owners with a busy lifestyle. Dry dog food is the largest segment in the dog food market as it has varying levels of oxidative stability and shelf life. The demand for a high protein and low carbohydrate diet drives the market, which is augmenting the country's dry dog food segment growth.

Market Segmentations

Dog food is food that has been specially made and is meant for consumption by dogs and other canines. Meat, peas, corn, barley, shellfish, feed grain, and chicken are some of the items used to make dog food.

The various products in the market are:

• Dry Dog Food
• Wet Dog Food
• Dog Treat

Based on pricing, the market is divided into:

• Mass Products
• Premium Products

Based on ingredients, the market includes:

• Animal Derived
• Plant-Derived

The several distribution channels of the market are:

• Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
• Speciality Stores
• Online
• Others

The major regions for the dog food market can be divided into:

• New England
• Mideast
• Great Lakes
• Plains
• Southeast
• Southwest
• Rocky Mountain
• Far West

Increased Consumer Spending on Dog Food Products Propelling the Market Growth

The increased consumer spending on dog food products owing to rising pet ownership and high-income levels propel the growth of the United States dog food market. The social comfort, company, security, and aesthetic sense offered by dogs are the main reasons for owning a pet. Accordingly, dog owners are spending more on dog-related products that are convenient to use. Rapid urbanisation, adoption of nuclear family structures, and changing lifestyles are significant factors enhancing dog ownership across the globe. These factors, in turn, are accelerating the demand for dog food in several countries. Increasing dog ownership and rising concerns about dog health have led to an increased awareness of specialised and commercially available dog food, contributing to a considerable increase in market size. According to the American Pet Product Association (APPA), more than 69 million United States households have a pet dog. They invest more money in pet care, especially commercial dog food and treats. For instance, in 2021, USD 123.6 billion was spent on pets in the United States. Besides this, the demand for packaged and branded dog food has increased across the country. The wide availability of natural dog food and the emergence of e-commerce platforms augment market growth.

Key Players in the United States Market for Dog Food

The report gives a detailed analysis of the following key players in the United States dog food market, covering their competitive landscape, capacity, and latest developments like mergers, acquisitions, and investments, expansions of capacity, and plant turnarounds:

• Mars Petcare (Mars, Incorporated)
• Nestlé Purina (Nestlé S.A.,)
• Diamond Pet Foods (Schell & Kampeter, Inc.)
• The J.M. Smucker Company
• Blue Buffalo Co., Ltd.
• Global Pet Care (Spectrum Brands)
• Others

The comprehensive report provides an in-depth assessment of the market based on the Porter's five forces model along with giving a SWOT analysis.