A pet store worker / owner pets a dog on the counter
Analysis

Pet Retail 2025

Navigating Industry Emerging Trends

Analysis
Pet Retail 2025

Navigating Industry Emerging Trends


It’s raw. It’s real. It’s recorded on the show floor with a phone. But the insights? 100% premium NIQ intelligence. When Andrea Binder, VP, Pet Industry Insights Leader, drops pet industry gold, perfection is optional. Because when the data’s this good, it doesn’t need a filter


About this 15-minute video

Watch now. Paw-ssibly the best decision you’ll make. 

In this 15-minute video, Andrea breaks down:     

  • What’s trending in pet care? 
    $86B pet care market is booming — online is up 12%, and 82% of spend comes from omni-shoppers. If you’re not thinking omni, you’re already behind. 
  • Pet parents are voting with their wallets—and they’re choosing: 
    • Products that are good for the planet (sustainable packaging & upcycled treats) 
    • Products they believe are better for their pets (fresh, human-grade, and dye-free food) 
    • Products that make pet parenting easier (think smart feeders, health-monitoring collars, and DIY enrichment kits) 
  • Top 10 Growth Trends for 2025
    1. Sustainable Packaging
    2. Zero Waste & Upcycled Ingredients 
    3. Fresh Food 
    4. Human Grade Claims 
    5. Alternative Proteins
    6. Sustainable Fishing 
    7. Dye-Free Formulations 
    8. Electronic Enhancements
    9. Health Monitoring 
    10. DIY Pet Parenting