The dog and cat foods market in the UK is showing a gradual decline in volume per capita from 2024 to 2028, starting at 21.89 kilograms in 2024 and decreasing to 21.43 kilograms by 2028. This represents a year-on-year decline ranging approximately between 0.5% and 0.6%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this five-year period indicates a consistent decrease in consumption on a per capita basis.

Future trends to watch for include:

Changes in pet ownership demographics and preferences, potentially influencing dietary habits
Increasing demand for premium and specialized pet food products
Potential impacts of economic factors and consumer behavior changes on pet food purchasing trends