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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Italy companies in Southern Europe
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♡OTM Italia srl
Manufacturerprogettazione e costruzione stampi ed attrezzature di produzione, tranciatura, imbutitura e stampaggio di materiali metallici assemblaggi di componenti
♡OTM - Officina Termoplastica Milanese
ManufacturerOTM produce Tappi in plastica e Protezioni in plastica per tubi, viti, alte temperature, chiusura fori, profilati, anche soluzioni su misura!
♡Farmina
BrandFarmina Pet Foods is an Italian pet food manufacturer headquartered in Nola, near Naples, founded in 1965 by the Russo family. …
♡Unes(Gruppo Unes)
RetailerUnes（Gruppo Unes） is a Retailer company based in Italy, listed on GlobalPetIndex…
♡MD(MD Discount)
RetailerMD（MD Discount） is a Retailer company based in Italy, listed on GlobalPetIndex…
♡Coop Italia
RetailerCoop Italia is a long-established Italian consumer cooperative emphasizing mutual aid, social responsibility and sustainability. Its 2025 consumer spending share was 18.2% (-0.5pp)
♡Carrefour Italia
RetailerCarrefour Italia is a Retailer company based in Italy, listed on GlobalPetIndex…
♡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?
Register a free GlobalPetIndex account, add your company profile with type, country and product focus, and publish. Paid members unlock contact details, richer profiles and higher placement in recommendations.