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The small mammal and reptile food market size is projected to increase by USD 1.32 billion, at a CAGR of 8.46% between 2023 and 2028.
Europe exhibited robust growth in the global small mammal and reptile food market, boasting a steady growth rate. This region, particularly Western Europe, including the UK, Germany, and France, dominates the markets. The rising demand for specific diets and care for various breeds, ages, and living conditions of small mammals and reptiles, coupled with the convenience of managing them in smaller homes, contributes to the market's growth. The high preference for these pets as companions for children further enhances their consumption in Europe. This aligns with global trends and forecasts, emphasizing the benefits of the small mammal and reptile food market, making it a significant consumer-driven market in the global analysis.
The market shows an Accelerated CAGR during the forecast period.
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The increase in demand for small mammal and reptile food due to growth in e-commerce channels is the key factor driving market growth. The growing adoption of e-commerce is crucial, as it improves consumer accessibility and convenience. Online platforms offer a diverse range of pet food supplies, allowing pet owners to quickly research and purchase specialized solutions for tiny mammals and reptiles from the comfort of their own homes. This improved accessibility promotes market growth by reaching a larger worldwide customer base.
Moreover, consumers can discover a varied selection of small mammal and reptile food brands, formulations, and nutritional options on major e-commerce sites such as Amazon, Chewy, and PetSmart. The ease of comparison, consumer reviews, and doorstep delivery all contribute to the increased demand for purchasing pet food products online. This, in turn, will drive the growth of the market during the forecast period.
Growing demand for dry small mammal and reptile food is the primary trend shaping market growth. The demand for dry pet food is high compared with wet pet food, mostly owing to benefits like convenience (measured portions of dry food can be left out all day for a pet to eat without worry of spoilage), its aid in cleaning teeth; and as it can provide an enriching environment (dry foods are often easier to use in food puzzle toys, which can be entertaining for pets while owners are at work as well as to control the food intake).
Consequently, aligned with market trends and analysis it is expected that the demand for dry small mammal and reptile food will increase during the forecast period owing to the convenience that dry pet food offers when compared to wet pet food. Some of the popular market players that offer dry small mammal and reptile foods include Rolf C. Hagen and others. Such factors are expected to drive the growth of the growth of the market during the forecast period.
Lack of awareness regarding small mammals and reptile food among pet owners is a challenge that affects market growth. The global small mammal and reptile food market is still at a nascent stage as compared to the markets for cat and dog food owing to the lower adoption of these small animals and lower awareness of the availability of food designed specifically for this category, especially in developing countries. Many pet owners feed their small mammals and reptiles homemade food, considering it to be nutritious and chemical-free.
Furthermore, unlike players in dog and cat food, only a few players manufacturing small mammal and reptile food use television commercials and other marketing initiatives to enhance the awareness level for this pet food category. Thus, to increase the demand for this category, players need to increase their integrated marketing communication using newspapers, magazines, and social media. Thus, such factors are expected to impede the growth of the market during the forecast period.
Pet specialty retailers offer a large variety of brands and many product portfolios and sell similar types of products across all outlets. Products in pet specialty stores include all pet-related products like food, healthcare, dietary supplements, and pet accessories. Thus, consumers mostly prefer these stores for purchasing small mammal and reptile food as a wide range of products are available at the same place. Owing to such factors, the sale of small mammal and reptile food is expected to increase from the pet specialty stores distribution channel, which in turn will drive the growth of the market during the forecast period.
The market share growth by the small mammal segment will be significant during the forecast period. Rabbits are one of the most common small mammals preferred as pets. Many pet owners feed rabbits a mixture of cereals and pellets, which is a convenient way of feeding pet rabbits. However, this type of food often provides insufficient fiber and generates excessive amounts of carbohydrates. This type of diet also allows rabbits to select their favorite ingredients (usually peas and cereals), which do not provide sufficient calcium to maintain healthy bones and teeth.
The small mammal segment was valued at USD 1.29 billion in 2018.
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Furthermore, many pet owners have started providing their pet rabbits with food that is specifically designed for them. Players such as Rolf C Hagen and others are popular for their rabbit food offerings. Owing to such factors, the demand for small mammal and reptile food is expected to increase from the rabbits application segment, which in turn will drive the growth of the market during the forecast period.
Europe is estimated to contribute 45% to the growth of the global market during the forecast period
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Technavio's analysts have provided extensive insight into the market forecasting, detailing the regional trends and drivers influencing the market's trajectory throughout the forecast period. In 2023, Europe emerged as the predominant region in the global small mammal and reptile food market, foreseeing a consistent growth rate throughout the forecast period. Western Europe, featuring key nations like the UK, Germany, and France, dominates this market. The surge in demand for small mammal and reptile food in the region can be attributed to factors such as a substantial population of these pets, pet owners seeking specialized diets for various breeds, ages, and living conditions, the convenience of managing them in compact homes, and the popularity of small mammals and reptiles as companions for children. Thus, such factors are expected to drive market growth in the Europe region during the forecast period.
Companies are implementing various strategies, such as strategic alliances, partnerships, mergers and acquisitions, geographical expansion, and product/service launches, to enhance their presence in the market forecasting growth and analysis.
The market growth and forecasting report also includes detailed analyses of the competitive landscape of the market and information about 10 market companies, including:
Beaphar Beheer BV, Burgess Group PLC, Compana Pet Brands LLC, Lugarti Inc., Manna Pro Products LLC, Mazuri Exotic Animal Nutrition., Mr Johnsons, Prettybird, Rep-Cal Research Labs, Sera GmbH, Spectrum Brands Holdings Inc., Supreme Petfoods, Tetra, Versele Laga, Vetafarm, Vitakraft Sun Seed Inc., Zilla Lab, and Zoo Med Laboratories Inc.
The market analysis and report of qualitative and quantitative analysis of companies has been conducted to help clients understand the wider business environment as well as the strengths and weaknesses of key market players. Data is qualitatively analyzed to categorize companies as pure play, category-focused, industry-focused, and diversified; it is quantitatively analyzed to categorize companies as dominant, leading, strong, tentative, and weak.
The research report forecasts market research and growth by revenue at global, regional & country levels and provides an analysis of the latest trends and growth opportunities from 2018 to 2028.
Small Mammal and Reptile Food Market Industry Scope |
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Report Coverage |
Details |
Page number |
155 |
Base year |
2023 |
Historic period |
2018-2022 |
Forecast period |
2024-2028 |
Growth momentum & CAGR |
Accelerate at a CAGR of 8.46% |
Market Growth 2024-2028 |
USD 1.32 billion |
Market structure |
Fragmented |
YoY growth 2023-2024(%) |
8.28 |
Regional analysis |
Europe, North America, APAC, South America, and Middle East and Africa |
Performing market contribution |
Europe at 45% |
Key countries |
US, Japan, UK, France, and Germany |
Competitive landscape |
Leading Companies, Market Positioning of Companies, Competitive Strategies, and Industry Risks |
Key companies profiled |
Beaphar Beheer BV, Burgess Group PLC, Central Garden and Pet Co., Compana Pet Brands LLC, Hagen Group, Lugarti Inc., Manna Pro Products LLC, Mazuri Exotic Animal Nutrition., Mr Johnsons, Prettybird, Rep-Cal Research Labs, Sera GmbH, Spectrum Brands Holdings Inc., Supreme Petfoods, Tetra, Versele Laga, Vetafarm, Vitakraft Sun Seed Inc., Zilla Lab, and Zoo Med Laboratories Inc. |
Market dynamics |
Parent market analysis, Market growth inducers and obstacles, Fast-growing and slow-growing segment analysis, COVID-19 impact and recovery analysis and future consumer dynamics, and Market condition analysis for the forecast period. |
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1 Executive Summary
2 Market Landscape
3 Market Sizing
4 Historic Market Size
5 Five Forces Analysis
6 Market Segmentation by Type
7 Market Segmentation by Distribution Channel
8 Customer Landscape
9 Geographic Landscape
10 Drivers, Challenges, and Trends
11 Vendor Landscape
12 Vendor Analysis
13 Appendix
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