Market Overview:
The GCC cat food market size reached US$ 117.3 Million in 2023. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach US$ 197.4 Million by 2032, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 5.8% during 2024-2032.
Report Attribute
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Key Statistics
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Base Year
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2023
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Forecast Years
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2024-2032
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Historical Years
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2018-2023
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Market Size in 2023
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US$ 117.3 Million |
Market Forecast in 2032
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US$ 197.4 Million |
Market Growth Rate 2024-2032 |
5.8% |
Cats are one of the most popular pets across the GCC region. They require a specific set of dietary nutrients for a healthy growth and long-term wellness. Cat food is generally made by using animal or plant materials which are a rich source of carbohydrates, proteins, fats as well as other nutrients including amino acids, vitamins and minerals.
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In the GCC region, the demand for cat food has been rising as households across the GCC countries consider cats as sacred and prefer them over dogs resulting in a significantly higher cat population compared to the dog population. Good quality cat food helps in maintaining a healthy wellbeing of a cat by improving its overall quality of life. Cat food also contains an appropriate amount of protein and grain as compared to other food products which helps in enhancing the cat’s immune system.
Key Market Segmentation:
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each sub-segment of the GCC cat food market report, along with forecasts at the regional and country level from 2024-2032. Our report has categorized the market based on product type, ingredient type and distribution channel.
Breakup by Product Type:
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- Dry Food
- Wet and Canned Food
- Snacks and Treats
Amongst these, dry food represents the largest segment as it is easier to handle and cheaper than other types of cat food products.
Breakup by Ingredient Type:
- Animal Derivatives
- Plant Derivatives
- Cereals Derivatives
- Others
On the basis of ingredient type, animal derivatives currently dominate the cat food market as they are easy for the cat to digest and offer numerous nutrients including vitamins, amino acids and minerals, etc.
Breakup by Distribution Channel:
- Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
- Convenience Stores
- Online Stores
- Others
Amongst these, supermarkets and hypermarkets represent the biggest distribution channel across the region.
Breakup by Region:
- UAE
- Saudi Arabia
- Kuwait
- Qatar
- Oman
- Bahrain
Region-wise, UAE currently holds the largest share of the GCC cat food market on account of a large cat population and a rising demand for premium products. In addition to this, many residential buildings, restaurants and public spaces have started allowing the entry of pets, such as cats and dogs, etc., inside the premises which has further propelled the demand for cat food across the region.
Competitive Landscape:
The competitive landscape of the market has also been analysed in the report covering the market structure and the profiles of the key players operating in this market.
This report provides a deep insight into the GCC cat food market covering all its essential aspects. This ranges from a macro overview of the market to micro details of the industry performance, recent trends, key market drivers and challenges, SWOT analysis, Porter’s five forces analysis, value chain analysis, etc. This report is a must-read for entrepreneurs, investors, researchers, consultants, business strategists, and all those who have any kind of stake or are planning to foray into the GCC cat food market in any manner.
Report Coverage:
Report Features |
Details |
Base Year of the Analysis |
2023 |
Historical Period |
2018-2023 |
Forecast Period |
2024-2032 |
Units |
US$ Million |
Segment Coverage |
Product Type, Ingredient Type, Distribution Channel, Country |
Countries Covered |
Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain |
Customization Scope |
10% Free Customization |
Report Price and Purchase Option |
Single User License: US$ 3699
Five User License: US$ 4699
Corporate License: US$ 5699 |
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) |