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Saudi Arabia’s pet market grows as local manufacturers expand
Saudi Arabia’s pet market is expanding as demand grows for food, medicines and veterinary care.
International brands are entering the market, and one company said its sales were 150% higher than in the year it launched.
Local manufacturers are building capacity to meet demand and reduce reliance on imports.
One Saudi pet-food company, Solouqi, says its products use local ingredients and that it is expanding its factory.
It plans to begin exporting within six months, targeting Gulf and international markets.
Import delays can last up to a month, prompting some businesses to increase their stocks.
Veterinary services are also growing, with more than 75 clinics operated by the National Agricultural Services Company and virtual consultations available.
Saudi Arabia’s pet market is expanding as demand grows for food, medicines and veterinary services.
Local manufacturers are increasing production, aiming to reduce reliance on imports and potentially export to regional and international markets.
A company in the sector reported sales 150% higher than in the year it launched and expects growth of 30% to 40% next year.
Import delays of 15 to 20 days, and sometimes up to a month, are prompting some businesses to increase stock.
More than 10,000 permits to import and export pets had been issued by October, according to a veterinary official.
- Who
- Pet businesses, local manufacturers and veterinary service providers in Saudi Arabia.
- What
- The pet market is growing, while local companies expand manufacturing and veterinary services.
- When
- The article was published on November 13, 2026; it also cites figures through October of that year.
- Where
- Saudi Arabia, with local manufacturers targeting Gulf and international markets.
- Why
- Rising demand for pet products and services is creating opportunities for investment and local production.
This story does not have two clearly opposing sides.
Saluki began operating through a cloud kitchen.
Saluki established a factory.
More than 10,000 permits to import and export pets had been issued.
Al Eqtisadiah published its report on the expanding pet market and local manufacturing.
Saluki aims to begin exporting after expanding its factory.
- Invita sales
- 150% higher than in the year it launched
- Invita expected sales growth
- 30% to 40% next year
- Product range growth
- At least 20% annually
- Shipment delays
- 15 to 20 days, sometimes up to a month
- Pet import and export permits
- More than 10,000 by October 2026
- National Agricultural Services Company clinics
- More than 75 across Saudi Arabia
What people are saying
The number of products in the food, medicine, nutritional supplements and accessories sectors grows annually by no less than 20% compared with previous years.
The company has recently obtained the Saudi Made certificate and is working to expand its factory in preparation for starting exports within no more than 6 months.
Delays in the arrival of shipments have ranged recently between 15 and 20 days, and in some cases may reach a month.