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M&A activity in the pet care industry has fluctuated over the last 10 years amid pandemic-driven surges in pet adoption, changing consumer behavior, inflation, and tariffs.
But the industry looks poised to rebound in 2026 as consumers — particularly Zoomers and Millennials — are spending more money on pet wellness. That includes grooming.
Private pet grooming companies are growing at an average rate of 56.9% — faster than any other sector in the industry by far. Here’s what private market dealmakers need to know.
Opportunities in the Pet Grooming Space
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Grooming companies account for 13.9% of the broader pet care industry. Within the segment, 59% of companies are privately owned. There are currently over 2,100 pet grooming companies that are ripe for acquisition.
Pet Grooming Financial Performance
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In the private sphere, grooming companies are seeing the highest average annual growth rate by a long shot.
Millennial and Gen Z pet owners are big spenders when it comes to premium care for their furry friends. That includes grooming, which consumers are increasingly viewing as a health and wellness service rather than purely aesthetic.
Modern grooming services also often provide dermatological treatments, flea and tick control, and more.
Top Companies in Pet Grooming
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Finding the top companies in the pet grooming industry is quick and easy with Grata. Use our Agentic Search feature to surface companies like these in seconds. Specify the revenue range, employee head count, and more to find the exact companies you’re looking for.
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