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.
Featured Companies
Sponsored
PetcoVisit website →
PetSmartVisit website →
ChewyVisit website →Put your business in front of global buyers in the Southern Europe pet market.
Become a Featured CompanyStar Companies in Southern Europe
Notable businesses shaping the Southern Europe pet market.
Companies in Southern Europe
Tuodì (Gruppo Tuo)
RetailerTuodì (Gruppo Tuo) — Discount supermarket company based in Gruppo TuoItaly, operating in Italy.
♡Sogegross (Basko/Doro/Ekom)
RetailerSogegross (Basko/Doro/Ekom) — Supermarket/Wholesale company based in Italy, operating in Italy.
♡Il Gigante
RetailerIl Gigante — Supermarket/Hypermarket company based in -, Italy, operating in Italy.
♡Gruppo Megamark
RetailerGruppo Megamark — Retail / Supermarkets company based in Italy, operating in Italy.
♡Sisa (D.IT)
RetailerSisa (D.IT) — Retail / Supermarkets company based in D.IT Italy, operating in Italy.
♡Todis
RetailerTodis — Retail / Supermarkets (private-label discount) company based in Italy, operating in Italy.
♡Penny Market Italia
RetailerPenny Market Italia — Retail / Discount stores company based in -, Italy, operating in Italy.
♡In's Mercato (Gruppo PAM)
RetailerIn's Mercato (Gruppo PAM) — Retail / Discount stores company based in Italy, operating in Italy.
♡Amanhecer
RetailerAmanhecer — Retail / Convenience stores company based in Portugal, operating in Portugal.
♡Meu Super (Sonae)
RetailerMeu Super (Sonae) — Retail / Convenience stores company based in Portugal, operating in Portugal.
♡Dialprix
RetailerDialprix — Retail / Supermarkets (discount) company based in Spain, operating in Spain.
♡Sánchez Romero
RetailerSánchez Romero — Retail / Supermarkets (premium fresh) company based in Spain, operating in Spain.
♡BonÀrea
RetailerBonÀrea — Retail / Supermarkets & agri-food company based in Spain, operating in Spain.
♡BM Supermercados (Uvesco)
RetailerBM Supermercados (Uvesco) — Retail / Supermarkets company based in Spain, operating in Spain.
♡Condis
RetailerCondis — Retail / Supermarkets (convenience) company based in Spain, operating in Spain.
♡Covirán
RetailerCovirán — Retail / Supermarkets (cooperative) company based in Spain, operating in Spain.
♡Gadisa (Gadis)
RetailerGadisa (Gadis) — Retail / Supermarkets company based in Spain, operating in Spain.
♡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.