Türkiye pet trends develop as pet ownership, humanization grow

With global access to the trends and pet ownership advice more mature markets have long had access to, Turkish pet owners are asking for premium, health-focused pet food options.

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Lindsay Beaton
September 21, 2026
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According to global management consulting firm IMARC Group, Türkiye’s pet food market reached US$317.4 million in 2025 and is expected to reach US$469.8 million by 2034, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.32% during this period.

“The market is propelled by the increased pet ownership, rising awareness about pet nutrition among the masses, expanding e-commerce industry and the introduction of advanced product variants across the region,” said the analysts.

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