Southern Europe Pet Market
Southern Europe is one of the world's key pet markets, featuring 613 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.
Italy companies in Southern Europe
Madreperla Pets Milano
ManufacturerOstrich-leather collars and harnesses manufacturer. B2B luxury pet accessories.
♡Guidolin Gianni
ManufacturerPet products manufacturer in the Italian Made-in-Italy pavilion. B2B supply.
♡PetitAmis Sas
ManufacturerPet products manufacturer in the Italian Made-in-Italy pavilion. B2B supply.
♡Oceanlife Srl
ManufacturerAquarium and pet products manufacturer. B2B production for specialty retail.
♡Mugue Srl
ManufacturerMade-in-Italy pet products manufacturer featured in the Italian pet pavilion. B2B supply.
♡Formula - Private Label (Doggy Meal)
ManufacturerPrivate-label dog/cat kibble in Italy's Food Valley, no minimum order. B2B white-label…
♡United Petfood Italia
Manufacturer100% private-label dry/wet pet food, biscuits and snacks. B2B co-manufacturing since 1994.
♡Wonderfood S.p.A. (Oasy)
BrandOwns Oasy brand; distributes ACANA, ORIJEN and Ever Clean in Italy. B2B…
♡Fanconfoods Srl
ManufacturerPure natural pet snacks manufacturer. B2B treats production and private label.
♡D.E.C. srl
ManufacturerNatural snacks, chews and BARF manufacturer. B2B production of mono-protein treats.
♡Admira Pet Food Industry S.p.A. (Fargeco Spa)
ManufacturerDry pet food; brands QUANIM, PRELIBE, MY CROCK. B2B manufacturing and export.
♡Mast Pet Cookies (Mast Srl)
ManufacturerPrivate-label pet treats and biscuits manufacturer since 2014. B2B co-packing.
♡Manitoba srl
ManufacturerBird and small-animal food manufacturer. B2B production for specialty pet retail.
♡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.
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