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
Hobbyfer Brico
RetailerHobbyfer Brico is a Retailer company based in Italy, listed on GlobalPetIndex…
♡BigMat Edilizia Rinaldi S.r.l.
RetailerBigMat Edilizia Rinaldi S.r.l. is a Retailer company based in Italy, listed…
♡Supermarket Colucci Stefano
RetailerSupermarket Colucci Stefano is a Retailer company based in Italy, listed on…
♡Extra Supermercati Mugnano
RetailerExtra Supermercati Mugnano is a Retailer company based in Italy, listed on…
♡E-Cig STORE - Sigarette Elettroniche
RetailerE-Cig STORE - Sigarette Elettroniche is a Retailer company based in Italy,…
♡Extra Supermercati Baiano
RetailerExtra Supermercati Baiano is a Retailer company based in Italy, listed on…
♡Supermercato Despar
RetailerSupermercato Despar is a Retailer company based in Italy, listed on GlobalPetIndex…
♡InCoop Superstore
RetailerInCoop Superstore is a Retailer company based in Italy, listed on GlobalPetIndex…
♡GR STORE SRL SIGARETTE ELETTRONICHE
RetailerGR STORE SRL SIGARETTE ELETTRONICHE is a Retailer company based in Italy,…
♡Media Store di Bolettieri Marco
Media & KnowledgeMedia Store di Bolettieri Marco is a Media & Knowledge company based…
♡DESPAR Bonelli GRASSANO
RetailerDESPAR Bonelli GRASSANO is a Retailer company based in Italy, listed on…
♡Animal's Paradise di Guidobaldi Nicolò
RetailerAnimal's Paradise di Guidobaldi Nicolò is a Retailer company based in Italy,…
♡Flying Tiger Copenhagen
RetailerFlying Tiger Copenhagen is a Retailer company based in Italy, listed on…
♡The Prealpina - centers of DIY
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♡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.