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Pet Food Market International Updates

May 22
2 min read

The global pet food market is undergoing a quiet transformation, but one that is highly visible on store shelves. In countries such as the United States, Germany, and Japan, what stands out most is no longer just the pet food formula itself, but the way it is presented to consumers. Packaging has become a key factor in purchasing decisions and clearly reveals where pet nutrition trends are heading worldwide.


One of the most noticeable shifts is the almost complete migration to the stand-up pouch format. In addition to being practical for storage, transportation, and display, this packaging style conveys an immediate perception of modernity and added value. The design follows this evolution with a more premium, clean, and sophisticated aesthetic, aligned with increasingly demanding pet owners who pay close attention to the shopping experience.


Another major shift comes from the growing prominence of cats. In many markets, cat adoption already surpasses dog ownership, and this changes everything: smaller packaging, individual portions, functional snacks, and highly specific feline products. At the same time, the main focus in new product development today is longevity, with an emphasis on overall health and healthy aging for pets.


The pet travel sector is also growing rapidly, driven by pets that increasingly travel with their owners — or even on their own. This trend strengthens demand for practical, functional, and portable products, while also creating opportunities for themed snack packaging during holidays such as Christmas and Halloween. Interestingly, seasonality appears mainly in treats rather than pet food itself. Snacks have become gifts and further reinforce the complete humanization of pet consumption.

Prinie connects your brand to the transformations shaping the global pet market and to the right buyers, turning packaging into strategy..


Source: trends observed at the Global Pet Expo. Prinie attended the trade show in March 2026. https://globalpetexpo.org/attend

 
 
 

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