India’s Pet Landscape in 2025: A Year-End Review

A comprehensive look at policy changes, industry growth, healthcare advances, and pet welfare in India

Happy Pet

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27 Dec, 2025

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Conclusion

Taken together, 2025 highlighted both progress and growing pains in India’s evolving relationship with pets. While advancements in policy, healthcare, startups, and welfare signal a more mature ecosystem, ongoing legal ambiguity, implementation challenges, and misinformation continue to spark debate. What is clear is that pets are no longer a niche concern but a mainstream social, economic, and policy issue. As India moves into 2026, the conversations and changes set in motion this year will play a critical role in shaping a more informed, humane, and pet-inclusive future.

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Team Happy Pet is a passionate collective of pet experts, enthusiasts, and advocates dedicated to sharing trusted and insightful content. Our contributors include experienced pet parents, dedicated fosters, stray dog community workers, seasoned vets, aquarists specializing in aquatic pet care, and bird caretakers who nurture and cultivate avian well-being. We also collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) in pet nutrition, behavior, exercise, and training to provide well-researched, practical guidance for pet owners. From cat lovers and dog trainers to bird enthusiasts and aquarium specialists, our diverse expertise helps every pet thrive. Whether you're looking for expert guidance or just a dose of pet-loving joy, Team Happy Pet is your go-to source for all things pets!

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