Dog Footwear Market Size

Dog Footwear Market Size

Dog Footwear Market size was valued at USD 1.5 billion in 2023 and is anticipated to register a CAGR of 9.7% between 2024 and 2032. Driven to several reasons, including rising awareness of pet groomers and individual pet owner about pet diseases and health is creating lucrative opportunities for products that enhance appearance and hygiene of pets. Dog footwear can help protect dog's paws from damage caused by sharp rocks, thorns, and other environmental hazards. They can also offer additional protection from burns, wounds, and other injuries. This makes them an excellent choice for dogs who spend a lot of time outside.

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Additionally rising consumer spending on dog care and grooming products boosting the global dog footwear market growth. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average U.S. household spends around USD 770 per year on their pets. In 2022 specifically, American households spent USD 136.8 billion, which was an 11% increase over 2021 (USD 123.6 billion). According to data from the European Federation, 46% of households in Europe have a pet in 2022.

Dog footwear interferes with the dog's natural ability to grasp the ground with its toenails. Dogs use their toenails to gain traction and dig into the ground like soccer cleats. What comes easy to them becomes impossible when they wear boots or socks. Furthermore, pain increases if the shoes are not the correct size, yet some dogs may still dislike wearing adequately fitted boots. Dogs use their paws to explore their surroundings and maintain equilibrium. Footwear may impair their capacity to sense the ground, influencing their natural walk and behaviour, particularly in natural environments.