Rising pet ownership in China and a strong preference for U.S.-made pet food present substantial opportunities for U.S. pet food manufacturers. China’s pet consumer market reached $41.9 billion in 2024, with pet food accounting for 52.8% of this total. Cats outnumber dogs in Chinese households, driving a faster growth rate in the cat food market (7.6% year-over-year) compared to dog food (3.9%). U.S. pet food remains the leading import category, but exports face high tariffs and potential trade challenges. Online platforms dominate pet food sales in China, with live broadcast platforms like TikTok gaining popularity.
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