Fresh Pet Food Market By Types (Raw, Frozen Food, Grain-free, Pate, and Others), Sources (Animal and Plant), Animal Types (Cats, Dogs, Birds, and Others), Distribution Channel (Online and Offline [Supermarkets and hypermarkets, Pet specialty stores and vet clinics, Convenience stores, and Others]) and By Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa) - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast 2023 – 2031
The global fresh pet food market was valued at USD 1441.321 Million in 2022 and is projected to reach USD 7549.19 Million by 2031, expanding at a CAGR of 20.2% during the forecast period 2023-2031. Fresh pet food is defined as food that is free from preservatives or supplements. Fresh pet food can be kept in the fridge for maintaining its freshness.
Fresh pet food is usually made from whole foods such as meats, vegetables, and grains. Moreover, fresh pet food is often human-grade and safe for human consumption. Fresh pet food is generally cooked at a low temperature, which helps in preserving naturally-occurring nutrients including vitamins, carbohydrates, and proteins.
Fresh pet food for pets involves actual, fresh ingredients rather than meals with artificial chemicals, additives, and fillers. Fresh foods provide all of the essential nutrients for good health. Fresh food is easier for pets to digest. Most dog owners found that their dog is healthier after switching to fresh pet food.
Fresh Pet Food Market Dynamics
Increasing demand for the fresh pet food
The demand for organic and natural pet food is expected to be driven by the increasing population of pets. Fresh and natural pet foods, in contrast to most conventional pet foods, are steadily used. During the projected period, the fresh pet food market is expected to be driven by rising pet food demand and increased traction in the premium fresh pet food category.
Due to its simplicity in terms of storage and feeding pets without making a mess, fresh pet food is seeing tremendous development in demand as compared to other product rivals. This is driving urban shoppers to choose fresh pet food more frequently.
Rising trend of natural, green or renewable acids across various industries
The increased popularity of dog, cat, and fish adoption as a family pets is expected to drive product demand. In terms of pet humanization, dogs and cats, in particular, are experiencing an upward trend. One of the key drivers of the market is expected to be the rising rate of pet ownership worldwide, particularly in emerging regions.
Growing urbanization and pet humanization are driving pet owners to choose nutritious and high-quality food for their animals, boosting the market's growth rate. According to the 2021-2022 American Pet Products Association (APPA) National Pet Owners Survey, 70% of U.S. households own a pet, which equates to 90.5 million homes.
Pet Food Regulations to Stifle Market Growth
Pet food is one of the most tightly regulated food categories, particularly in western markets. Pet animal foods are rigorously inspected in developed markets at every stage, from the ingredients used in food preparation to sales and marketing. The high level of rigor associated with commercialization could be a key stumbling block to the market's expansion. Furthermore, in some developing nations, reduced acceptability of premium or high-priced pet food might be a barrier to market growth.
Dogs are projected to be the Leading Revenue Contributors
Dogs are widely adopted as pets around the world, which is one of the main reasons for their domination in the market. Furthermore, the demand for natural and high-quality dog food is driven by the high maintenance cost of dogs. Another important factor driving the segment's growth is the introduction of dog treats and nutritionally balanced meals. All of these factors are contributing to market opportunities. According to the American Pet Products Association's (APPA) National Pet Owners Survey 2019-20, dogs are owned by 63.4 million homes, or 74.6 percent of all pet-owning households in the United States.
Scope of Fresh Pet Food Market Report
The report on the global fresh pet food market includes an assessment of the market, size, share, trends, segments, and country markets. Overview and dynamics have been included in the report.
Attributes |
Details |
Report Title |
Fresh Pet Food Market |
Base Year |
2022 |
Historic Data |
2016 & 2021 |
Forecast Period |
2023–2031 |
Segmentation |
By Types (Raw, Frozen Food, Grain-free, Pate, and Others), By Sources (Animal and Plant) By Animal Types (Cats, Dogs, Birds, and Others) By Distribution Channels (Online and Offline [Supermarkets & hypermarkets, Pet specialty stores & vet clinics, Convenience stores, and Others) |
Regional Scope |
North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Middle East and Africa. |
Report Coverage |
Company Share, Market Analysis and Size, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends, and Revenue Forecast |
Key Players Covered |
Freshpet, DawgieBowl, Farm Fresh Pet Foods, BARF India, Primal Pet Foods Inc, Buhler Group, NomNomNow Inc, JustFoodForDogs, Big Dog Pet Food, My Perfect Pet, Inc |
Fresh Pet Food Market Segment Insights
Based on types, the global fresh pet food market is divided into raw, frozen food, grain-free, pate, and others. The frozen food segment is estimated to expand at a significant CAGR during the forecast period, owing to increasing demand for high-quality nutritious food, lack of preservatives, and rising concerns regarding pet health. Additionally, frozen food usually lasts longer than canned foods and is ready for steaming/cooking.
By sources, the global fresh pet food market is primarily segregated into animal and plant. The plant segment is estimated to hold a substantial share of the market during the forecast period. The number of plant protein sources that are good in nature, including chickpeas, beans, and potatoes. Peas are a good source of minerals and beans, which are a rich source of fiber and ideal for a pet’s diet.
By animal types, the global fresh pet food market is categorized as cats, dogs, birds, and others. The preference to keep dog as pets is attributed to their exceptional qualities such as companionship and loyalty, which in turn, is boosting the sale of fresh pet food for dogs.
By distribution channels, the global fresh pet food market is segmented into online and offline. The offline segment is further sub-segmented into supermarkets & hypermarkets, pet specialty stores & vet clinics, convenience stores, and others. Rising ease and availability of buying and selling products online. Moreover, the growth of the online segment is due to many factors such as exciting offers, attractive memberships, and free deliveries of products.
Fresh Pet Food Market Regional Outlook
Based on regions, the global fresh pet food market is splits into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa (MEA). Asia Pacific is anticipated to hold a significant share of the market during the forecast period due to the growing adoption of pets the region. Countries such as China and India are major contributors to the fresh pet food market revenue in this region. The market in North America is projected to expand at a significant CAGR during the forecast period, owing to the rising adoption of various pets in the region.
Key Benefits for Industry Participants & Stakeholders
- In-depth Analysis of the Global Fresh Pet Food Market
- Historical, Current and Projected Market Size in terms of Value.
- Potential & Niche Segments and Regions Exhibiting Promising Growth Covered
- Industry Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities Covered in the Study
- Recent Industry Trends and Developments
- Competitive Landscape & Strategies of Key Players
- Neutral Perspective on Global Fresh Pet Food Market Performance
Chapter 2 Assumptions and Acronyms Used
Chapter 3 Research Methodology
Chapter 4 Fresh Pet Food Market Overview
4.1 Introduction
4.1.1 Market Taxonomy
4.1.2 Market Definition
4.1.3 Macro-Economic Factors Impacting the Market Growth
4.2 Fresh Pet Food Market Dynamics
4.2.1 Market Drivers
4.2.2 Market Restraints
4.2.3 Market Opportunity
4.3 Fresh Pet Food Market - Supply Chain Analysis
4.3.1 List of Key Suppliers
4.3.2 List of Key Distributors
4.3.3 List of Key Consumers
4.4 Key Forces Shaping the Fresh Pet Food Market
4.4.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.4.3 Threat of Substitution
4.4.4 Threat of New Entrants
4.4.5 Competitive Rivalry
4.5 Global Fresh Pet Food Market Size & Forecast, 2015-2030
4.5.1 Fresh Pet Food Market Size and Y-o-Y Growth
4.5.2 Fresh Pet Food Market Absolute $ Opportunity
Chapter 5 Global Fresh Pet Food Market Analysis and Forecast By Types
5.1 Introduction
5.1.1 Key Market Trends & Growth Opportunities By Types
5.1.2 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis By Types
5.1.3 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment By Types
5.2 Fresh Pet Food Market Size Forecast By Types
5.2.1 Raw
5.2.2 Frozen Food
5.2.3 Grain-free
5.2.4 Pate
5.2.5 Others
5.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis By Types
Chapter 6 Global Fresh Pet Food Market Analysis and Forecast By Sources
6.1 Introduction
6.1.1 Key Market Trends & Growth Opportunities By Sources
6.1.2 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis By Sources
6.1.3 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment By Sources
6.2 Fresh Pet Food Market Size Forecast By Sources
6.2.1 Animal
6.2.2 Plant
6.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis By Sources
Chapter 7 Global Fresh Pet Food Market Analysis and Forecast By Animal Types
7.1 Introduction
7.1.1 Key Market Trends & Growth Opportunities By Animal Types
7.1.2 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis By Animal Types
7.1.3 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment By Animal Types
7.2 Fresh Pet Food Market Size Forecast By Animal Types
7.2.1 Cats
7.2.2 Dogs
7.2.3 Birds
7.2.4 Others
7.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis By Animal Types
Chapter 8 Global Fresh Pet Food Market Analysis and Forecast By Distribution Channels
8.1 Introduction
8.1.1 Key Market Trends & Growth Opportunities By Distribution Channels
8.1.2 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis By Distribution Channels
8.1.3 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment By Distribution Channels
8.2 Fresh Pet Food Market Size Forecast By Distribution Channels
8.2.1 Online
8.2.2 Offline
8.2.2.1 Supermarkets and hypermarkets
8.2.2.2 Pet specialty stores and vet clinics
8.2.2.3 Convenience stores
8.2.2.4 Others
8.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis By Distribution Channels
Chapter 9 Global Fresh Pet Food Market Analysis and Forecast by Region
9.1 Introduction
9.1.1 Key Market Trends & Growth Opportunities by Region
9.1.2 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Region
9.1.3 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Region
9.2 Fresh Pet Food Market Size Forecast by Region
9.2.1 North America
9.2.2 Europe
9.2.3 Asia Pacific
9.2.4 Latin America
9.2.5 Middle East & Africa (MEA)
9.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Region
Chapter 10 Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Impact
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Current & Future Impact Analysis
10.3 Economic Impact Analysis
10.4 Government Policies
10.5 Investment Scenario
Chapter 11 North America Fresh Pet Food Analysis and Forecast
11.1 Introduction
11.2 North America Fresh Pet Food Market Size Forecast by Country
11.2.1 U.S.
11.2.2 Canada
11.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
11.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
11.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
11.6 North America Fresh Pet Food Market Size Forecast By Types
11.6.1 Raw
11.6.2 Frozen Food
11.6.3 Grain-free
11.6.4 Pate
11.6.5 Others
11.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis By Types
11.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment By Types
11.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis By Types
11.10 North America Fresh Pet Food Market Size Forecast By Sources
11.10.1 Animal
11.10.2 Plant
11.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis By Sources
11.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment By Sources
11.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis By Sources
11.14 North America Fresh Pet Food Market Size Forecast By Animal Types
11.14.1 Cats
11.14.2 Dogs
11.14.3 Birds
11.14.4 Others
11.15 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis By Animal Types
11.16 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment By Animal Types
11.17 Market Attractiveness Analysis By Animal Types
11.18 North America Fresh Pet Food Market Size Forecast By Distribution Channels
11.18.1 Online
11.18.2 Offline
11.18.2.1 Supermarkets and hypermarkets
11.18.2.2 Pet specialty stores and vet clinics
11.18.2.3 Convenience stores
11.18.2.4 Others
11.19 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis By Distribution Channels
11.20 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment By Distribution Channels
11.21 Market Attractiveness Analysis By Distribution Channels
Chapter 12 Europe Fresh Pet Food Analysis and Forecast
12.1 Introduction
12.2 Europe Fresh Pet Food Market Size Forecast by Country
12.2.1 Germany
12.2.2 France
12.2.3 Italy
12.2.4 U.K.
12.2.5 Spain
12.2.6 Russia
12.2.7 Rest of Europe
12.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
12.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
12.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
12.6 Europe Fresh Pet Food Market Size Forecast By Types
12.6.1 Raw
12.6.2 Frozen Food
12.6.3 Grain-free
12.6.4 Pate
12.6.5 Others
12.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis By Types
12.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment By Types
12.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis By Types
12.10 Europe Fresh Pet Food Market Size Forecast By Sources
12.10.1 Animal
12.10.2 Plant
12.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis By Sources
12.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment By Sources
12.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis By Sources
12.14 Europe Fresh Pet Food Market Size Forecast By Animal Types
12.14.1 Cats
12.14.2 Dogs
12.14.3 Birds
12.14.4 Others
12.15 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis By Animal Types
12.16 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment By Animal Types
12.17 Market Attractiveness Analysis By Animal Types
12.18 Europe Fresh Pet Food Market Size Forecast By Distribution Channels
12.18.1 Online
12.18.2 Offline
12.18.2.1 Supermarkets and hypermarkets
12.18.2.2 Pet specialty stores and vet clinics
12.18.2.3 Convenience stores
12.18.2.4 Others
12.19 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis By Distribution Channels
12.20 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment By Distribution Channels
12.21 Market Attractiveness Analysis By Distribution Channels
Chapter 13 Asia Pacific Fresh Pet Food Analysis and Forecast
13.1 Introduction
13.2 Asia Pacific Fresh Pet Food Market Size Forecast by Country
13.2.1 China
13.2.2 Japan
13.2.3 South Korea
13.2.4 India
13.2.5 Australia
13.2.6 South East Asia (SEA)
13.2.7 Rest of Asia Pacific (APAC)
13.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
13.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
13.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
13.6 Asia Pacific Fresh Pet Food Market Size Forecast By Types
13.6.1 Raw
13.6.2 Frozen Food
13.6.3 Grain-free
13.6.4 Pate
13.6.5 Others
13.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis By Types
13.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment By Types
13.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis By Types
13.10 Asia Pacific Fresh Pet Food Market Size Forecast By Sources
13.10.1 Animal
13.10.2 Plant
13.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis By Sources
13.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment By Sources
13.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis By Sources
13.14 Asia Pacific Fresh Pet Food Market Size Forecast By Animal Types
13.14.1 Cats
13.14.2 Dogs
13.14.3 Birds
13.14.4 Others
13.15 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis By Animal Types
13.16 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment By Animal Types
13.17 Market Attractiveness Analysis By Animal Types
13.18 Asia Pacific Fresh Pet Food Market Size Forecast By Distribution Channels
13.18.1 Online
13.18.2 Offline
13.18.2.1 Supermarkets and hypermarkets
13.18.2.2 Pet specialty stores and vet clinics
13.18.2.3 Convenience stores
13.18.2.4 Others
13.19 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis By Distribution Channels
13.20 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment By Distribution Channels
13.21 Market Attractiveness Analysis By Distribution Channels
Chapter 14 Latin America Fresh Pet Food Analysis and Forecast
14.1 Introduction
14.2 Latin America Fresh Pet Food Market Size Forecast by Country
14.2.1 Brazil
14.2.2 Mexico
14.2.3 Rest of Latin America (LATAM)
14.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
14.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
14.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
14.6 Latin America Fresh Pet Food Market Size Forecast By Types
14.6.1 Raw
14.6.2 Frozen Food
14.6.3 Grain-free
14.6.4 Pate
14.6.5 Others
14.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis By Types
14.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment By Types
14.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis By Types
14.10 Latin America Fresh Pet Food Market Size Forecast By Sources
14.10.1 Animal
14.10.2 Plant
14.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis By Sources
14.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment By Sources
14.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis By Sources
14.14 Latin America Fresh Pet Food Market Size Forecast By Animal Types
14.14.1 Cats
14.14.2 Dogs
14.14.3 Birds
14.14.4 Others
14.15 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis By Animal Types
14.16 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment By Animal Types
14.17 Market Attractiveness Analysis By Animal Types
14.18 Latin America Fresh Pet Food Market Size Forecast By Distribution Channels
14.18.1 Online
14.18.2 Offline
14.18.2.1 Supermarkets and hypermarkets
14.18.2.2 Pet specialty stores and vet clinics
14.18.2.3 Convenience stores
14.18.2.4 Others
14.19 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis By Distribution Channels
14.20 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment By Distribution Channels
14.21 Market Attractiveness Analysis By Distribution Channels
Chapter 15 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Fresh Pet Food Analysis and Forecast
15.1 Introduction
15.2 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Fresh Pet Food Market Size Forecast by Country
15.2.1 Saudi Arabia
15.2.2 South Africa
15.2.3 UAE
15.2.4 Rest of Middle East & Africa (MEA)
15.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
15.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
15.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
15.6 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Fresh Pet Food Market Size Forecast By Types
15.6.1 Raw
15.6.2 Frozen Food
15.6.3 Grain-free
15.6.4 Pate
15.6.5 Others
15.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis By Types
15.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment By Types
15.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis By Types
15.10 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Fresh Pet Food Market Size Forecast By Sources
15.10.1 Animal
15.10.2 Plant
15.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis By Sources
15.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment By Sources
15.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis By Sources
15.14 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Fresh Pet Food Market Size Forecast By Animal Types
15.14.1 Cats
15.14.2 Dogs
15.14.3 Birds
15.14.4 Others
15.15 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis By Animal Types
15.16 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment By Animal Types
15.17 Market Attractiveness Analysis By Animal Types
15.18 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Fresh Pet Food Market Size Forecast By Distribution Channels
15.18.1 Online
15.18.2 Offline
15.18.2.1 Supermarkets and hypermarkets
15.18.2.2 Pet specialty stores and vet clinics
15.18.2.3 Convenience stores
15.18.2.4 Others
15.19 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis By Distribution Channels
15.20 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment By Distribution Channels
15.21 Market Attractiveness Analysis By Distribution Channels
Chapter 16 Competition Landscape
16.1 Fresh Pet Food Market: Competitive Dashboard
16.2 Global Fresh Pet Food Market: Market Share Analysis, 2021
16.3 Company Profiles (Details – Overview, Financials, Developments, Strategy)
16.3.1 Freshpet
16.3.2 DawgieBowl
16.3.3 Farm Fresh Pet Foods
16.3.4 BARF India
16.3.5 Primal Pet Foods Inc
16.3.6 Buhler Group
16.3.7 NomNomNow Inc
16.3.8 JustFoodForDogs
16.3.9 Big Dog Pet Food
16.3.10 My Perfect Pet, Inc