Competitive Landscape
Multinational Brands Sustain Lead as Local Players Reshape Competition
Cat food in Saudi Arabia exhibits a concentrated structure led by major multinational manufacturers, with Mars Inc holding the largest retail share of 45% in 2025, followed by Nestlé Saudi Arabia LLC at 21% and Royal Canin SA at 14%. Over the recent years leading up to 2026, concentration remains stable but shows signs of nuanced segmentation as different brands command leadership in distinct price tiers and product formats.
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Overview:
Understand the latest market trends and future growth opportunities for the Cat Food industry in Saudi Arabia with research from Euromonitor International's team of in-country analysts – experts by industry and geographic specialisation.
Key trends are clearly and succinctly summarised alongside the most current research data available. Understand and assess competitive threats and plan corporate strategy with our qualitative analysis, insight and confident growth projections.
If you're in the Cat Food industry in Saudi Arabia, our research will help you to make informed, intelligent decisions; to recognise and profit from opportunity, or to offer resilience amidst market uncertainty.
The Cat Food in Saudi Arabia report includes:
- Analysis of key supply-side and demand trends
- Detailed segmentation of international and local products
- Historic volume and value sizes, company and brand market shares
- Five year forecasts of market trends and market growth
- Robust and transparent research methodology, conducted in-country
This report answers:
- What is the market size of Cat Food in Saudi Arabia?
- Which are the leading brands in Cat Food in Saudi Arabia?
- How are products distributed in Cat Food in Saudi Arabia?
- How is the rise of e-commerce impacting the retail environment and consumer engagement?
- How are fashions and values in human food echoed in food for pets?
- How has COVID-19 impacted consumer demand? To what extent have lockdown, home seclusion and stockpiling boosted sales? Will the longer term economic repercussions of the pandemic stimulate or suppress future growth?
- Where is future growth expected to be most dynamic?
Cat Food in Saudi Arabia - Category analysis
Key Data Insights
Cat Food Summary
Premiumisation and Local Brands Drive Balanced Growth Amid Pricing Pressures
Dry Cat Food Leads Sales Supported by Premium and Functional Innovation
Royal Canin and Horayra Capitalise on Premiumisation and Local Brand Expansion
Cat Food Value to Rise through Premiumisation in Multiple Formats
Health, Transparency, and Premiumisation Innovation to Drive Product Differentiation and Consumer Engagement
Multinational Brands Sustain Lead as Local Players Reshape Competition
Pet Shops and Superstores Lead Distribution as Grocery Retailers Decline
Retail E-Commerce Expands, Offering Convenience and Wider Product Choice
Pet Care in Saudi Arabia - Industry Overview
2026 Developments
Key Data Insights
Steady Growth Driven by Selective Premiumisation and Channel Expansion
Cat Food Leads Growth with Premium and Health-Focused Offerings
Premiumisation and Wellness Trends Drive High-Quality Innovation
Rising Pet Ownership and Premium Demand to Drive Steady Growth
Cat Food to Maintain Dominance While Dog Food Leads Growth Momentum
Premiumisation and Channel Evolution to Reshape Brand Strategies and Consumer Access
Top Companies Reinforce Lead Amid Rising Competition
Pet Shops and Superstores Dominate through Premium Offerings
Retail E-Commerce Accelerates Growth by Meeting Consumer Demand
Royal Canin and Extra Expand Reach and Health Focus through Retail Innovation
Country Reports Disclaimer
The following categories and subcategories are included:
Cat Food
- Cat Treats and Mixers
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- Economy Dry Cat Food
- Mid-Priced Dry Cat Food
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- Premium Therapeutic Dry Cat Food
- Premium Non-Therapeutic Dry Cat Food
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- Economy Wet Cat Food
- Mid-Priced Wet Cat Food
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- Premium Therapeutic Wet Cat Food
- Premium Non-Therapeutic Wet Cat Food
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This report originates from Passport, our Cat Food research and analysis database.
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