"Pawsitive" Trends for Pet Marketers: The Real Pet Food Story

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PulseAI Research Team
August 7, 2025

Welcome to this week’s edition of #ThePulseShift! Powered by Smytten PulseAI , we bring you exclusive consumer insights based on the latest consumer research.

This week’s report focuses on understanding the pet food market in India, an essential read for marketers, insights professionals, and brand strategists in the FMCG and pet care industries.

What You’ll Uncover in the Full Report


Nutrition: The New Pet Trend

90% of women change their haircare routine in summer

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Strategic Implications for Brands:

  • Personalize nutrition offerings based on pet age, health concerns, and activity levels.

  • Invest in education to fill the knowledge gap in consumers and build trust in your brand.


Gut Health: The Biggest Concern

88% of women use multiple haircare products in a single day

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Strategic Implications for Brands:

  • Develop and market digestive health solutions, including fiber-rich formulas or probiotics.

  • Use health claims and functional benefits to differentiate your products in the competitive landscape.

Eco-Packaging is Non-Negotiable 

1 in 3 women skip or are unaware of scalp sun protection


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Strategic Implications for Brands:

  • Adopt eco-friendly packaging and communicate sustainability efforts clearly on labels.

  • Consider refillable or recyclable packaging options to meet the growing demand for sustainable solutions.


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Tune in to hear from Swagat Sarangi, Co-Founder of Smytten, as he discusses the real-time impact of data-driven insights on pet food marketing in this week's podcast episode. 

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