The Philippines pet food market size reached USD 588.60 Million in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 779.58 Million by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 2.85% during 2025-2033. The Philippines pet food market is expanding owing to rising pet adoption, humanization trends, and increasing demand for premium, health-focused products. Shifts toward scientifically formulated diets, convenience, and wellness alignment are driving buyers from basic options to higher-value categories, influencing the Philippines pet food market share.
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Key Statistics
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Base Year
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2024
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Forecast Years
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2025-2033
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Historical Years
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2019-2024
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Market Size in 2024 | USD 588.60 Million |
Market Forecast in 2033 | USD 779.58 Million |
Market Growth Rate 2025-2033 | 2.85% |
Rising Pet Adoption and Humanization of Pets
There is an increase in adoption of pets in the Philippines, particularly among younger urban households, reshaping the way animals are cared for and integrated into daily life. Pets are increasingly regarded as family members, a shift that is transforming buyer preferences toward products that mirror human wellness values. Pet parents are showing a stronger willingness to purchase scientifically formulated, branded pet food instead of relying on leftovers or homemade meals, signaling a decisive move toward quality and safety. The trend extends beyond staple food to include snacks and treats designed to enhance the overall well-being of pets. A January 2024 survey by Kantar Philippines highlighted the depth of this shift, revealing that 94% of Filipino households own pets, the highest rate in Southeast Asia. This exceptionally high level of ownership strengthens the demand for premium food, specialized diets, and functional products that support health and longevity. Convenience also plays a crucial role, with packaged, ready-to-serve options steadily replacing traditional feeding methods. Middle-class households with rising disposable incomes are central to this movement, as they align pet spending with broader lifestyle priorities centered on nutrition, wellness, and convenience. These changes are broadening the market, moving it from basic dry food toward higher-value categories that reflect the humanization of pets and create a strong and sustainable base for continued growth in both mainstream and premium segments of the pet food market.
Emergence of Premium and Health-Focused Pet Food Brands
The introduction of premium pet foods, as brands are focusing on quality nutrition and health advantages, is bolstering the Philippines pet food market growth. These businesses are adapting to changing buyer demands, as pet parents are progressively looking for scientifically developed products that meet particular dietary needs and life stages. The growing recognition of pet health is catalyzing the demand for food that offers more than just basic nutrition, emphasizing natural components, beneficial additives, and recipes aimed at promoting long-term wellness. Premium brands are strategically aligning themselves to address these demands by emphasizing transparency in sourcing, nutritional reliability, and a dedication to overall pet health. Modern retail formats, especially e-commerce, are improving accessibility, enabling buyers in urban and semi-urban areas to conveniently obtain specialized products. Educational, wellness-focused, and lifestyle-aligned marketing strategies are strengthening the premium pet food value proposition, encouraging households to shift from traditional diets. This trend is expanding the market’s high-value segment, drawing both affluent individuals seeking top-tier options and aspirational buyers influenced by the growing focus on pet health. In line with this trend, in 2024, PetMarra launched its premium pet food brand in the Philippines, offering scientifically formulated cat and dog food. The brand focused on high-quality, natural ingredients like fresh meat and probiotics to enhance pets' health. PetMarra ensured accessibility through e-commerce platforms, promoting optimal nutrition for pets at every life stage.
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the country and regional levels for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on pet type, product type, pricing type, ingredient type, and distribution channel.
Pet Type Insights:
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the pet type. This includes dog food, cat food, and others.
Product Type Insights:
A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the product type have also been provided in the report. This includes dry pet food, wet and canned pet food, and snacks and treats.
Pricing Type Insights:
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the pricing type. This includes mass products and premium products.
Ingredient Type Insights:
A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the ingredient type have also been provided in the report. This includes animal derived and plant derived.
Distribution Channel Insights:
A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the distribution channel have also been provided in the report. This includes supermarkets and hypermarkets, specialty stores, online stores, and others.
Regional Insights:
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.
The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.
Report Features | Details |
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Base Year of the Analysis | 2024 |
Historical Period | 2019-2024 |
Forecast Period | 2025-2033 |
Units | Million USD |
Scope of the Report |
Exploration of Historical Trends and Market Outlook, Industry Catalysts and Challenges, Segment-Wise Historical and Future Market Assessment:
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Pet Types Covered |
Dog Food, Cat Food, Others |
Product Types Covered | Dry Pet Food, Wet And Canned Pet Food, Snacks And Treats |
Pricing Types Covered | Mass Products, Premium Products |
Ingredient Types Covered | Animal Derived, Plant Derived |
Distribution Channels Covered | Supermarkets and Hypermarkets, Specialty Stores, Online Stores, Others |
Regions Covered | Luzon, Visayas, Mindanao |
Customization Scope | 10% Free Customization |
Post-Sale Analyst Support | 10-12 Weeks |
Delivery Format | PDF and Excel through Email (We can also provide the editable version of the report in PPT/Word format on special request) |