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Times Pets
Times Pets
Anushka Tripathi

India’s Pet Boom: Why More Indians Are Opening Their Homes and Hearts to Pets

Over the last decade, something beautiful has been happening in Indian homes. More families are welcoming pets not just as animals but as members of the family. From busy metro cities to smaller towns, the sight of dogs going on evening walks or cats curling up on balconies has become increasingly common. Pets are no longer seen only as guards or companions for rural homes. They are friends, emotional supports, and sometimes even the center of family life. This growing bond between people and animals has led to a remarkable rise in India’s pet economy. Pet food companies, grooming services, veterinary clinics, and pet care startups are expanding rapidly to meet the needs of this new generation of pet parents. The industry is not just growing in numbers. It is growing in love, responsibility, and awareness.

From Pet Owners To Pet Parents

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