Southern Europe Pet Market
Southern Europe is one of the world's key pet markets, featuring 1383 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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Companies in Southern Europe
JV Creations (Abbigliamento a Quattro Zampe)
ManufacturerAn Italian handmade dog apparel brand, entirely handcrafted in Italy, offering customization services.
♡Ossobello
ManufacturerItaly's only producer of fully natural vegan pet snacks and edible toys, making bone and chew toys (rubber-textured chews) from corn starch, potato starch and glycerin.
♡Percorsipergatti S.r.l.
ManufacturerAn Italian handmade solid-wood cat scratching posts and wall-mounted cat walkways made from PEFC spruce and natural jute rope.
♡Fashion Dog
ManufacturerA family business founded in 1995; all dog apparel is designed and made in the Carpi textile district, 100% Made in Italy, sold only to professional (B2B) customers.
♡Camon S.p.A. (Camon & Croci Pet Group)
ManufacturerProduces collars, leashes, muzzles and more at its Padua province plant, Made in Italy.
♡MyFamily S.r.l.
ManufacturerFounded in 2010 in Valenza, producing high-end collars, leashes, harnesses and pet ID tags, 100% Made in Italy, using Valenza goldsmith craftsmanship.
♡KiTho PET (Giulia Caldari)
ManufacturerHandcrafted leather collars, leashes and harnesses, made in Italy.
♡Fidelio Dog
ManufacturerA high-end Italian producer of genuine-leather dog collars, leashes and harnesses, featuring a patented quick-release buckle system rated up to 540 kg.
♡Tre Ponti
ManufacturerA leading Italian pet-accessory manufacturer handcrafting collars and leashes entirely in Italy; its Easy Fit harness is a patented product, with daily output of about 5,000 pieces sold in 55+ countries.
♡Stefanplast S.p.A.
ManufacturerProduces plastic pet bowls and feeding dishes, 100% Made in Italy, exporting to 70+ countries.
♡Crematori de Mascotes
ManufacturerA Catalan company producing walnut pet urns, made in Spain and customizable with engraved names.
♡Mugue S.r.l.
ManufacturerFounded in 1966, a pet-care and home-cleaning products manufacturer whose Pelù lint rollers can be used directly on pet coats to remove loose hair and release plant essential oils; production is fully robotized and 100% Made in Italy.
♡Urna Bios (Bios Incube)
ManufacturerA Spanish project behind Urna Bios Pets, biodegradable pet urns that grow into a tree once buried.
♡Tam Can (TamCan Pet Food)
ManufacturerA manufacturer of dog, cat and ferret food since 1985 using twin-screw extrusion technology, present in both the Spanish and international markets.
♡Nugape Pet Food
ManufacturerA Galician dry pet food manufacturer based in Vilanova de Arousa, it exports to over 40 countries under brands including Cebican, Sandegal, Danna and Dousti.
♡Mediterranean Natural
BrandA Spanish manufacturer of dog and cat food and treats with a team of over 90 and a 21,000 m² plant, exporting to 45 countries; its semi-moist natural snacks are gluten-free.
♡Picart PetCare (Piensos Picart, S.A.)
ManufacturerA family pet food manufacturer established in 1953 with advanced automated plants, exporting to more than 20 countries.
♡Visán Industrias Zootécnicas S.L.
ManufacturerA Navarre family business with over 20 years of experience in natural, healthy pet food, marketed under the Amanova and TrovetPlus brands and exported to more than 45 countries.
♡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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