Southern Europe Pet Market
Southern Europe is one of the world's key pet markets, featuring 15 pet businesses indexed in the GlobalPetIndex. The region spans multiple countries covering manufacturing, retail, wholesale and brand operations across the pet industry Value chain.
Pet Population · Southern Europe
Pet population estimates for Southern Europe, sourced from the European pet food industry federation's annual statistical report.
| Dogs (pet population) | 23,339,000 |
| Cats (pet population) | 26,389,000 |
| Aquaria (fish) | 3,364,000 |
| Terraria (reptiles & amphibians) | 2,368,000 |
| Total pets (all species) | 55,460,000 |
| Total pets (excl. aquaria)* | 86,120,000 |
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 Southern Europe pet market.
Croatia companies in Southern Europe
Von BARF
ManufacturerCroatian producer of biologically appropriate raw (BARF) frozen dog food using locally…
♡MHP Pet Food d.o.o.
ManufacturerPet food unit of Europe's largest poultry producer MHP; produces grain-free wet/dry…
♡ANTARIS Ltd.
ManufacturerCroatian manufacturer and distributor active since 1992 in pet product trading and…
♡POS-PLAST d.o.o.
ManufacturerCroatian manufacturer involved in pet product plastics and accessories supply.
♡Tvornica Dobre Hrane (Good Food Factory / Voli Voli)
ManufacturerVirovitica dry pet food manufacturer behind the Voli Voli brand producing extruded…
♡Green Life d.o.o.
ManufacturerProducer of Canibis and Catibis hemp-based pet food lines; B2B manufacturer of…
♡MHP Pet Food
ManufacturerCroatian wet pet food manufacturer producing the Proof brand and private-label canned…
♡Pet Network
Pet Chain StorePet Network International is a leading omni-channel pet-care retail platform in Southeast Europe, operating more than 150 stores across Croatia, Romania, Slovenia, Serbia and Bulgaria under the Pet Centar, Maxi Pet, Animax and Mr. Pet brands. It combines physical pet...
♡Frequently Asked Questions
How many pet companies are listed in Southern Europe on GlobalPetIndex?
GlobalPetIndex indexes thousands of pet businesses across Southern Europe — spanning manufacturers, brands, distributors, wholesalers and pet retail chains. Use the country and company-type filters above to narrow the list to the exact segment you need.
What pet business types operate in Southern Europe?
The Southern Europe pet market covers the full value chain: pet food and treat manufacturers, brand owners, distributors and wholesalers, mass-market retailers, and specialty pet chain stores. Browse them by type using the icon hub on this page.
Can I filter Southern Europe companies by country and type?
Yes. The right-hand filter lets you drill into a specific country within Southern Europe and a specific company type (Manufacturer, Brand, Retailer, Distributor, and more) at the same time, so you only see the relevant suppliers and buyers.
How do I list my Southern Europe pet company on GlobalPetIndex?
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