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The Latin America pet food market was valued at USD 12.84 Billion in 2025. The industry is expected to grow at a CAGR of 3.70% during the forecast period of 2026-2035 to reach a value of USD 18.47 Billion by 2035.
The pet food market in Latin America is experiencing a transformative shift owing to rising pet humanisation and premiumisation trends. Brazil alone contributes nearly 60% to the region's pet food sales. Notably, the region is now seeing rapid growth beyond urban hubs, with mid-income households increasingly purchasing formulated and nutritionally balanced food for pets.
Government programmes are playing a crucial role in Latin America pet food market structuring. For instance, Mexico’s “Plan Nacional de Desarrollo 2023–2024” includes provisions for animal welfare that indirectly foster demand for quality pet nutrition. Similarly, Argentina has begun enforcing stricter labelling norms, prompting brands toward transparency and higher formulation standards. There is also a visible rise in functional pet food solutions, supported by local R&D grants in Colombia for novel plant-based formulations.
Multinationals and domestic players in the Latin America pet food market are turning towards advanced manufacturing, using extrusion technology and AI-powered feeding analysis to formulate breed- and age-specific products. Innovation hubs in São Paulo and Guadalajara are fast emerging as developmental powerhouses for pet food innovation, with brands launching customisable food plans based on pet DNA and gut microbiome data.
2025
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Competitive Landscape
Leading Latin America pet food market players including Mars, Nestlé, Biofresh, Nutrire, and Nupec continue to dominate owing to brand recognition and R&D investments, while the regional players that are excelling in localisation, agility, and consumer engagement. These companies are leveraging a deep understanding of local dietary preferences, ingredient availability, and pricing sensitivities to tailor offerings more precisely. Functional food innovation is a core strategy as many are introducing breed-specific, age-specific, or condition-focused diets backed by scientific formulations.
AI-driven recommendation systems are also being integrated into online retail platforms to offer smart buying suggestions. Partnerships with veterinary clinics are enabling Latin America pet food companies to co-create therapeutic diets, giving credibility through medical endorsement. Meanwhile, digital-first models, especially via mobile apps and subscription services, are capturing tech-savvy urban consumers. Sustainable sourcing, eco-friendly packaging, and plant-based options are becoming competitive differentiators.
Key Players
Mars Inc.
Founded in 1911 and based in Washington, United States, Mars Inc. is a global company that offers various products within the pet care, confectionery, and food segments. With above 140,000 employees, the company boasts of its wide presence in about 80 countries. To support pet care and health, it offers aims to advance personalised pet healthcare to enhance the quality of life of pets.
Nestlé SA
Nestlé SA is the leading food and beverage company that strives to increase the accessibility and affordability of beverages, food, as well as nutritional health products. The company was formed in 1866 and is headquartered in Switzerland. With 276,000 employees and a wide presence in 186 countries, the company attained net sales of CHF 87.1 billion in 2021.
Archer Daniels Midland Company
Established in the year 1902, Archer Daniels Midland Company is a leading global nutrition player, which serves in animal nutrition, human nutrition, services, and industrial biosolutions segments. The company is focusing on innovation to target its next milestone from $6.00 to $7.00 per share by 2025.
Petfood Saladillo SA
Headquartered in Buenos Aires, Petfood Saladillo SA is a company that develops and markets balanced pet food. Its processes are vertically integrated, through which it ensures total control of its production chain. With 65 product presentations and 5000 tonnes of finished product storage, the company has a production capacity of 8000 tonnes.
Other key players in the market are Petfood Saladillo S.A., and PremieRpet, among others.
Latin America Pet Food Market Report Snapshots
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In 2025, the Latin America pet food market reached an approximate value of USD 12.84 Billion.
The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 3.70% between 2026 and 2035.
Pet food is crucial to ensure the overall wellbeing of pets, repair damaged cells, and maintain bone and joint health. Moreover, it boosts the immunity of pets while reducing the risk of preventable diseases.
The major product types in the market are dry pet food, wet and canned pet food, and snacks and treats, among others.
Key strategies driving the market include investing in R&D, local sourcing, digital retail, subscription models, and veterinary partnerships to differentiate products, strengthen supply chains, and meet rising demand for transparency, sustainability, and personalisation.
Dogs are the most popular domesticated animals in Latin America, with Argentina, Mexico, and Brazil being the countries with the highest dog population in the region. In addition, the growing middle-class population and the rising adoption of pets as substitutes for children are likely to boost the adoption of dogs.
The significant price categories in the market include economy, mid-priced, premium, therapeutic, and non-therapeutic.
The Latin America market for pet food is estimated to witness a healthy growth in the forecast period of 2026-2035 to reach about USD 18.47 Billion by 2035.
The major regions in the market are Brazil, Argentina, and Mexico.
The several distribution channels in the market are speciality stores, supermarkets and hypermarkets, and online stores, among others.
The market is expected to be aided by the increasing R&D activities, the growing demand for pet food through online channels, and the surging demand for pet food with excellent flavour and nutrition profiles.
The major players in the market are Mars Inc., Nestlé SA, Archer Daniels Midland Company, BRF SA., Metrive S.A., Petfood Saladillo S.A., and PremieRpet, among others.
The key challenges are high raw material costs, inconsistent supply chains, weak regulatory harmonisation, and limited pet food education in rural markets.
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