Product Code: ETC031499 | Publication Date: Jul 2023 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 70 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 5 | |
The Saudi Arabia Dog and Cat Food Market is expected to grow at a CAGR of XX% during the forecast period 2025-2031. Pet food industry in Saudi Arabia can be classified into two categories - dog food and cat food. The market for these products has been growing steadily over the past few years, driven by an increase in pet ownership, as well as rising awareness about animal nutrition and health among pet owners. In addition, factors such as increasing disposable income levels and changing lifestyles are also contributing to the growth of this market.
The primary driver behind the growth of this market is an increase in pet ownership across the country. According to estimates from 6wresearch, household penetration rates for cats have grown from 11 percent in 2011 to 13 percent in 2018 while penetration rates for dogs have increased from 4 percent to 8 percent during that same period. Moreover, there has been a rise in demand for premium quality dog foods due to their higher nutritional content which further supports this trend; resulting in an increase revenue generation within this industry sector.
One major challenge faced by players operating within this market is high price sensitivity among customers due to heavy competition amongst manufacturers coupled with limited brand loyalty exhibited by buyers making it difficult for companies operating within this space to differentiate themselves and gain customer loyalty. Additionally, inadequate infrastructure owing transportation issues related government regulations may affect product supply chain eventually hampering overall growth prospects of Saudi Arabia dog & Cat Food Market .
Due COVID 19 Pandemic , all sectors including Saudi Arabia Dog & Cat Food Market were severely affected not just regionally but globally hindering business operations significantly leading decline sales volumes witnessed throughout year 2025 despite slight recovery experienced month April 2025 onwards following easing lockdown restrictions allowed resumption economic activities leading some degree normalcy world.
Nestle SA , Mars Inc., Royal Canin, and Hill??s Pet are some major players operating in the market.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Saudi Arabia Dog and Cat Food Market Overview |
3.1 Saudi Arabia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Saudi Arabia Dog and Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Saudi Arabia Dog and Cat Food Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Saudi Arabia Dog and Cat Food Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Saudi Arabia Dog and Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Animal Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Saudi Arabia Dog and Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Saudi Arabia Dog and Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Saudi Arabia Dog and Cat Food Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing pet ownership in Saudi Arabia |
4.2.2 Growing awareness about pet health and nutrition |
4.2.3 Rising disposable income leading to higher spending on pets |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Price sensitivity of consumers |
4.3.2 Limited availability of premium pet food options |
4.3.3 Cultural factors influencing traditional feeding practices for pets |
5 Saudi Arabia Dog and Cat Food Market Trends |
6 Saudi Arabia Dog and Cat Food Market, By Types |
6.1 Saudi Arabia Dog and Cat Food Market, By Animal Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Saudi Arabia Dog and Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Animal Type, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Saudi Arabia Dog and Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Dog, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Saudi Arabia Dog and Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Cat, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Saudi Arabia Dog and Cat Food Market, By Product Type |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Saudi Arabia Dog and Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Dry Food, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Saudi Arabia Dog and Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Wet/Canned Food, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Saudi Arabia Dog and Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Nutritious Food, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 Saudi Arabia Dog and Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Snacks/Treats, 2021-2031F |
6.2.6 Saudi Arabia Dog and Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
6.3 Saudi Arabia Dog and Cat Food Market, By Distribution Channel |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Saudi Arabia Dog and Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Specialized Pet Shops, 2021-2031F |
6.3.3 Saudi Arabia Dog and Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Supermarkets/Hypermarkets, 2021-2031F |
6.3.4 Saudi Arabia Dog and Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Online Channel, 2021-2031F |
6.3.5 Saudi Arabia Dog and Cat Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Other Channels, 2021-2031F |
7 Saudi Arabia Dog and Cat Food Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Saudi Arabia Dog and Cat Food Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Saudi Arabia Dog and Cat Food Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Saudi Arabia Dog and Cat Food Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average spend per household on pet food |
8.2 Number of pet ownership households in Saudi Arabia |
8.3 Growth in online sales of dog and cat food in the market |
9 Saudi Arabia Dog and Cat Food Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Saudi Arabia Dog and Cat Food Market Opportunity Assessment, By Animal Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Saudi Arabia Dog and Cat Food Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Saudi Arabia Dog and Cat Food Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Saudi Arabia Dog and Cat Food Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Saudi Arabia Dog and Cat Food Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Saudi Arabia Dog and Cat Food Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |