Brief by Shorts91NewsDesk / 08:20am on 29 Mar 2025,Saturday India
India's pet care industry is witnessing a massive boom, driven by affluent and middle-class urban pet owners who treat their pets as family. With pet ownership rising from 26 million in 2019 to 32 million in 2024, spending on pet products and services has surged to $3.6 billion. The pandemic accelerated this trend as more people sought companionship. Luxury pet services, including specialized diets, pet-friendly travel, and grooming, are becoming mainstream. However, challenges like limited pet-friendly spaces persist. Experts predict India's pet care market will double by 2028, mirroring global trends in the growing pet economy. (PC: BBC News)
