India's Pet Care Category Compounds at 20% as Urban Spend Unlocks New Retail Vertical
Pet care emerges as a breakout consumer category in India, growing 20% annually on the back of urbanization, rising disposable incomes, and e-commerce reach. Food, accessories, and services are scaling fast, signaling fresh shelf-space and format opportunities for Indian retailers.
What happened
India Pet Care Industry · India's pet care industry is growing at 20%, fueled by urbanization, rising disposable incomes, e-commerce penetration, and increasing
Key facts
- 20% growth
Why this matters
Scout acquisition targets in pet food, accessories, and vet/grooming services to bolt on a high-growth vertical while valuations still reflect nascent category status.