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Puppy and kittenSeptember 18, 2026· 2 min read
# Dog and cat food: what the 2026 barometer says
The Facco-Odoxa 2025-2026 barometer confirms the importance of kibble and the increase in the food budget. Useful benchmarks before welcoming a puppy or a kitten.
By Pedibase
Food remains one of the most closely followed topics around pets — both in terms of searches and budget. The Facco-Odoxa 2025-2026 barometer (national survey of more than 10 000 people) provides concrete benchmarks for anyone preparing to welcome a puppy or kitten.
## Kibble still in the majority
According to this barometer, **kibble** remains the main food for around **84 % of dogs** and **88 % of cats**. Homemade preparations concern a significant minority (around 17 % of declared practices). In other words: dry industrial food dominates, but households are also experimenting with other formats.
## A rising budget
The average annual budget devoted to food is reported at around **517 € for a dog** and **339 € for a cat**, slightly up compared with the previous year. To be considered alongside the acquisition cost: Pedibase already has a guide [Budget for a LOF puppy](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-cat-breeding-advice/budget-for-a-lof-puppy-what-you-need-to-plan-for) — food is added every month, over 10 to 15 years.
## Where the French buy
Supermarkets remain the main channel; pet stores follow; the web is growing. On Auberdog, you can find, for example, [Authentic Dog kibble](https://www.auberdog.com/p/croquettes-authentic-dog-chien-sterilise-121185) or [Ideameal for cats](https://www.auberdog.com/p/ideameal-croquettes-au-poulet-pour-chat-adulte-122089). For a purebred animal from a breeder, the breeder often recommends a specific food transition during the first weeks. See also [The first weeks with a puppy](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-cat-breeding-advice/the-first-weeks-with-a-puppy) and [with a kitten](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-cat-breeding-advice/the-first-weeks-with-a-kitten).
## Health and monitoring: the winning combination
The same barometer emphasizes **veterinary monitoring** (very widespread among dogs, strongly increasing among cats) and identification. A diet suited to age, size and health status (neutering, allergies, growth) is ideally decided with the vet — especially for breeds at risk of digestive or urinary issues.
## What to remember before adopting
- Budget for kibble / wet food **every month**, not just the purchase price
- Ask the breeder about the brand and transition schedule
- Avoid abrupt changes during the first weeks
- Consider food, ideal weight and screenings according to the breed — Pedibase guides [dog health](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-cat-breeding-advice/health-screenings-in-purebred-dogs) and [cat health](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-cat-breeding-advice/health-screenings-in-pedigree-cats)
## In summary
In 2026, the market remains centered on kibble, with a rising food budget and lasting interest in quality. For a household going through a reputable breeder, the right approach is simple: **plan for food costs** as much as the choice of breed and breeder.
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