What are pet parents looking for?
“With increased awareness of pet health and nutrition, pet parents are choosing Bombay Barkers because our treats are preservative-free and natural. The bakery prioritizes high quality and nutritious ingredients which aligns with the increasing emphasis on providing pets with nutritionally balanced options,” said Shahzen Davar, owner of Bombay Barkers
Customization, and portion control are other popular aspects. “Innovative designs on cakes are in demand, apart from returning gifts for pets at parties,” says Sonal Zalkikar, who runs PetFeast.
Pupcake and dog tiffins (Location: PetFeast) (Photo: Shashank Sane)
Why the buzz?
* Awareness of pet health, nutrition
*Increase in pet-related content on social media
*Holiday gifting and customization
–As shared by pet bakers
Sonali Zalkikar cooks treats for her pet Rio (Location: PetFeast) (Photo: Shashank Sane)
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What can you order?
Cakes, dairy-free ice cream, jerky, pizza, doughnuts, pies, waffles, madeleines, gajar halwa, Bento Box with seekh kebabs, meat broth, and cheesy rice balls. “Just make sure the products don’t contain anything harmful, including allergens,” says Ruhee Upadhyay, owner of Barkery by Ruhee.
Rio with treats and cupcakes (Location: PetFeast) (Photo: Shashank Sane)
- The global the pet snacks and treats market was valued at USD 37.9 billion in 2022 and is expected to reach approximately USD 123.2 billion by 2032, poised to grow at a CAGR of 12.5% from 2023 to 2032. – Precedence Research
- The India The Pet Food Market size is estimated at USD 0.85 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 1.87 billion in 2029, growing at a CAGR of 17.08% during the forecast period (2024-2029). -Mortar Intelligence
Keep in mind:
“Pets and snacks should only make up 10% of their total food consumption in a day. On average, a breed weighing less than 10kgs can have three-four biscuits a day, a larger breed – up to 20 kgs – can have seven eight” – Dr Deesha, a veterinarian based in Pune
