Belgium Pet Food Market 2024

The pet food market in Belgium was estimated at USD 1,762 million in 2023 and is expected to hit USD 2,179 million by 2029, registering a CAGR of 3.6% from 2024 to 2029 as per the latest market estimates. In Belgium, the pet food market is propelled by a strong preference for natural and organic products, with consumers increasingly valuing transparency and sustainability in sourcing and production processes. The trend towards pet humanization, where pets are treated as family members, has led to a rising demand for premium and specialized diets, including grain-free and hypoallergenic options. The country’s high internet penetration and robust e-commerce infrastructure also support the market, making it easier for consumers to access a wider range of products and fostering growth in online pet food sales.

This report presents a detailed overview of the Belgium pet food industry, including key data on historical market size, growth rates, and future trends. It offers an in-depth analysis of different market segments, paying close attention to factors like pet type, type, pricing, ingredient, and distribution channel. This detailed analysis supports the identification of growth opportunities within the pet food industry.

Market Segmentation

The pet food market in Belgium is structured as follows:
Pet type: cat (dry food, wet food, toppers & mixers), dog (dry food, wet food, toppers & mixers), bird, fish, others
Type: therapeutic pet foods, non-therapeutic pet foods
Pricing: economy pet food, premium/super premium pet food
Ingredient: acidity regulators, cereals, coloring agents, fats and oils, flours, humectants, proteins, sweeteners, vitamins and minerals, others
Distribution channel: convenience stores, discounters, supermarkets and hypermarkets, grocery stores, pet shops, e-commerce, veterinary clinics, others

The Belgium pet food market is segmented on the basis of pet type, type, pricing, ingredient, and distribution channel. On the basis of pet type, the pet food market in Belgium has been segmented into cat (dry food, wet food, toppers & mixers), dog (dry food, wet food, toppers & mixers), bird, fish, and others. By type, the pet food market in Belgium has been segmented into therapeutic pet foods, and non-therapeutic pet foods. Based on pricing, the pet food market in Belgium is categorized into economy pet food, and premium/super premium pet food. On the basis of ingredient, the pet food market in Belgium has been segmented into acidity regulators, cereals, coloring agents, fats and oils, flours, humectants, proteins, sweeteners, vitamins and minerals, and others. By distribution channel, the pet food market in Belgium has been segmented into convenience stores, discounters, supermarkets and hypermarkets, grocery stores, pet shops, e-commerce, veterinary clinics, and others.

Competitive Landscape

The Belgium pet food market is highly competitive. The key players in the pet food market include Vitakraft pet care GmbH & Co. KG, Versele-Laga NV, Spectrum Brands Holdings Inc., Nestle S.A., Mars Incorporated, Laroy Group NV, Group Depre, Colgate-Palmolive Company, Beaphar B.V., Agrolimen SA.

This report provides a thorough assessment of the Belgium pet food market, examining the performance of leading players from 2019 to 2023. The analysis offers critical information on market share dynamics, pinpointing dominant incumbents as well as rising challengers. Leveraging this data enables companies to refine their strategies, seize growth opportunities, and sustain competitive advantage in an increasingly dynamic market environment.

Why Buy This Report?

Obtain precise statistical data and forecasts for the Belgium pet food market.
Develop region-specific strategies and set strategic priorities based on localized data analysis.
Gain deep insights into the dynamics of the Belgium pet food market.
Identify high-potential investment opportunities by targeting growth sectors and emerging trends.
Anticipate the future trajectory of the Belgium pet food market with informed projections.
Assess the competitive landscape to determine the ideal timing for capitalizing on market opportunities.

Table of Contents

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Key findings
Report scope
Research methodology
Market overviewBelgium pet food market – pet type analysis
Belgium pet food market – type analysis
Belgium pet food market – pricing analysis
Belgium pet food market – ingredient analysis
Belgium pet food market – distribution channel analysis
Key players and market share
– Vitakraft pet care GmbH & Co. KG
– Versele-Laga NV
– Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc.
– Nestle S.A.
– Mars, Incorporated
…
Macroeconomic data and forecast
Disclaimer

FIGURES AND TABLES
Table Belgium pet food market 2019-2029
Chart Belgium pet food market, net growth, 2019-2029
Chart Belgium pet food market, growth rates, 2019-2029
Table Belgium pet food market by pet type, 2019-2029
Chart Belgium pet food market by pet type, CAGR historic and forecast, 2019-2029
Chart Belgium pet food market by pet type, 2019-2029
Table Belgium pet food market by type, 2019-2029
Chart Belgium pet food market by type, CAGR historic and forecast, 2019-2029
Chart Belgium pet food market by type, 2019-2029
Table Belgium pet food market by pricing, 2019-2029
Chart Belgium pet food market by pricing, CAGR historic and forecast, 2019-2029
Chart Belgium pet food market by pricing, 2019-2029
Table Belgium pet food market by ingredient, 2019-2029
Chart Belgium pet food market by ingredient, CAGR historic and forecast, 2019-2029
Chart Belgium pet food market by ingredient, 2019-2029
Table Belgium pet food market by distribution channel, 2019-2029
Chart Belgium pet food market by distribution channel, CAGR historic and forecast, 2019-2029
Chart Belgium pet food market by distribution channel, 2019-2029
Table Belgium pet food market share (%), by companies, 2019-2023
Chart Belgium pet food market, by companies, 2023
Table Belgium pet food market share (%), by brands, 2019-2023
Chart Belgium pet food market, by brands, 2023
Table Belgium – population (millions) and forecast
Table Belgium – consumer price index (CPI) and forecast
Table Belgium – gross domestic product and forecast
Table Belgium pet food market: spend as a proportion of GDP (%)
Table Belgium pet food market: consumption per capita (population)