Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-08-20 15:46Group 1 - The global pet industry achieved a total sales of $66 billion in 2025, with a year-on-year growth of 2.1% [1] - North America accounts for over half of the market share, but more than half of the growth is driven by the European market, which saw a 52% increase, while North America grew by 33% [1] - The total number of pets globally reached 1 billion, with pet-owning households and cat-owning households at their highest proportions in a decade, where one in four pet households owns a cat [1] Group 2 - Pet product shoppers globally purchase items every 2-3 weeks, spending an average of $17 per transaction, buying 3-4 items each time [1] - In Europe, 36% of pet food is sold online, with significant growth in certain categories, and Generation Z shows a strong preference for online shopping [1] - In China, comprehensive e-commerce is the mainstream, with Douyin rapidly rising, and live streaming and short videos driving the pet food market [1] Group 3 - The trend of humanization in pet food is evident, with a focus on scientific formulas, craftsmanship, and specific needs, while snacks emphasize fur care and interaction [1] - Concepts like "airy" and "flowing heart" are gaining popularity, driving iterations in pet food and increasing consumer demand [1]