Mercato pet in Europa
Europe is the world’s second-largest pet region, with roughly 299 million pets across 139 million households (FEDIAF). Mature markets such as Germany, the United Kingdom, France and Italy anchor the region, while Central and Eastern Europe are expanding rapidly. The market is shaped by premium nutrition, sustainability, veterinary services and strict pet-food regulation.
Pet Population · Europe
Pet population estimates for Europe, sourced from the European pet food industry federation's annual statistical report.
| Dogs (pet population) | 91,205,000 |
| Cats (pet population) | 110,861,000 |
| Aquaria (fish) | 27,749,000 |
| Terraria (reptiles & amphibians) | 9,882,000 |
| Total pets (all species) | 239,697,000 |
| Total pets (excl. aquaria)* | 278,406,000 |
Source: FEDIAF Facts & Figures 2026 (2026). *FEDIAF reports "total pets" excluding aquaria; the all-species total above is summed from the four pet-type columns.
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Notable businesses shaping the Europe pet market.
Companies in Europe
Buddycare
BrandBuddycare is a fast-growing UK pet care brand built to perform both on shelf and in the salon. Spanning grooming, supplements, dental care, antiseptics and household solutions, the range combines standout branding, effective formulations and accessible pricing to drive trial...
♡VAFO PRAHA, s.r.o.
BrandOur product portfolio includes dry foods, wet foods, snacks, and supplements in a wide variety of formula options.
♡United Petfood Producers nv
ManufacturerUnited Petfood is a private label producer of high-quality dry & wet petfood and treats. We are your partner from idea until packaging and export.
♡Pro.d.ac. International S.r.l.
BrandPRODAC INTERNATIONAL is an Italian company founded in 1976, specialized in the manufacturing of fish and reptile food.
♡Pets Choice Ltd
BrandBritish pet manufacturer with UK, France & Germany factories. Quality cat & dog treats, hygiene & healthcare supplied globally to 50+ countries.
♡MyFamily SRL
BrandSince 2010, Italian brand MyFamily has redefined pet lifestyle with unique ID tags, accessories, and instant engraving system in 100+ countries.
♡Manitoba srl
BrandRepresenting the synthesis of decades of experience gained for each stage of ornithological breeding, from egg food to seed mixtures and rabbit food.
♡Laroy Group
BrandLaroy Group is A powerhouse for pet nutrition & accessories! Combining trusted brands, expertise and a complete range for companion animals.
♡Iv San Bernard srl
BrandCompany Profile Iv San Bernard is a twenty years old firm which sells top line cosmetic products for the cure of pets, as well as a wide range of accessories used by grooming shops, including all the instruments for Spa...
♡⚖️ Europe Pet Regulations & Compliance
Knowledge Center →🍖 Pet Food Regulation (EU framework)
Pet food is legally "feed" under EU law: Regulation (EC) 767/2009 (labelling/marketing), Feed Hygiene Reg. (EC) 183/2005 and the Animal By-Products Reg. (EU) 142/2011 (pet-food provisions added by Reg. (EU) 2017/2279). Labels must state complete vs complementary feed, FBO details, batch, additives and a consumer helpline. Additives need EFSA-authorised approval under Reg. (EC) 1831/2003.
🧸 Pet Product Standards
Pet accessories fall under the General Product Safety Regulation (EU) 2023/988 (from Dec 2024) and REACH (Reg. 1907/2006) for hazardous substances. Pet toys are explicitly outside the Toy Safety Directive and covered by GPSR. Electronic pet devices follow RoHS.
📥 Import Requirements (third countries)
Animal-derived pet food is an animal by-product: it may enter the EU only from TRACES-listed countries and establishments, with a veterinary health certificate and pre-notification via CHED-P ≥24h before arrival at a Border Control Post. HS 2309 retail dog/cat food faces ~9.6% MFN duty; goods from Russia/Belarus face 50%.
📤 Export Requirements
EU exporters need an Export Health Certificate and EU TRACES listing. Intra-EU/EEA trade is free. FEDIAF reports ~€29.4B EU pet-food sales and 8.6 Mt sold in 2024 (140M households, 49% pet-owning).
🚢 Europe Pet Trade & Export Intelligence
📥 Key Import Segments
- Pet food & treats~5.7–6.8 Mt (≈US$15–17.6B, 2024); top extra-EU sources China (~23% share in 2023), Thailand, Brazil, Turkey.
- Toys & accessoriesSignificant intra-EU trade.
- Health & supplementsGrowing import demand.
📤 Key Export Segments
- Manufactured pet productsDominated by intra-EU trade.
- Private-label pet foodStrong EU manufacturing.
- IngredientsSignificant outbound.
🌍 Trading Network
- Germany / France / NetherlandsCore EU producers
- United KingdomMajor non-EU partner (post-Brexit)
- Thailand / Brazil / ChinaKey extra-EU suppliers
Frequently Asked Questions
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What pet business types operate in Europe?
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