Western Europe Pet Market
Western Europe is one of the world's key pet markets, featuring 5229 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 · Western Europe
Pet population estimates for Western Europe, sourced from the European pet food industry federation's annual statistical report.
| Dogs (pet population) | 25,452,000 |
| Cats (pet population) | 42,405,000 |
| Aquaria (fish) | 5,143,000 |
| Terraria (reptiles & amphibians) | 3,895,000 |
| Total pets (all species) | 76,895,000 |
| Total pets (excl. aquaria)* | 91,563,000 |
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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United Petfood Producers nv
ManufacturerUnited Petfood is a private label producer of high-quality dry & wet petfood and treats. We are your partner from idea until packaging and export.
♡Laroy Group
BrandLaroy Group is A powerhouse for pet nutrition & accessories! Combining trusted brands, expertise and a complete range for companion animals.
♡DBJ Handels AG
ManufacturerDog Chews (2) SWISSCOWERS is the brand of DBJ Handels AG, jointly created by Claudio Steiner and Dr. med. vet. Dante Scherrer. SWISSCOWERS is synonymous for innovative, sustainable products based on pure Swiss milk. We use only certified milk from...
♡Lilmar MAELSON GmbH
ManufacturerCompany Profile MAELSON is an independent, privately owned German company. We established our business in 2009, and through the years our focus on premium quality products has paid off, with MAELSON now selling in 24 countries around the globe through...
♡Getwag (Watch & Grow Food Co)
ManufacturerCompany Profile WAG is a progressive Australian pet food company specialising in natural fast moving dog chews. We promote a healthy lifestyle for dogs and we all know that good food is the first place to start. Contact Details Getwag...
♡Artemia Koral GMB
ManufacturerFrozen Food (1) Complete Feeds (1) Our company was founded in 1999 as a wholesaler. Since 2005, we import various kinds of raw materials for animal feed in Germany and supply it to manufacturers, dealers, and distributors around the world....
♡SP Lighting GmbH
ManufacturerCompany Profile We are a German company with focus on UV-Lighting and Reptile Lighting products. We focus on high quality products and our T5-tubes are produced in Germany. Contact Details SP Lighting GmbH Company Name: Mr.Sven Haferland
♡SMI
ManufacturerDog Medications (1) Other Small Animal Products (1) SMI IS MANUFACTURER OF SPECIAL SURGICAL SUTURES FOR VETERINARY MARKET.
♡Cheeky
ManufacturerCompany Profile The FIRST dog toy made from non-toxic, military-grade ballistic polyethylene fibers, built for rough play ! Drawing on the experience of more than 15 years of Celia and Benjamin, 2 ballistic engineers who previously worked on developing bulletproof...
♡Cozycat AG
ExporterCat Litter (3) Cozycat is a Swiss company specializing in premium cat litter that uses a unique blend of natural ingredients to eliminate many of the problems of standard cat litter for an affordable price. Our selection consists of a...
♡Max & Molly Ltd
ExporterDog Collars (1) Dog Leashes (1) Max & Molly was established in 2010. We delicate ourselves to the latest fashion of upscale quality leashes, collars and harness; dog bowl & clothes are coming. Our products come in a new presentation...
♡SolinLab (Pty) Ltd
ManufacturerCompany Profile SOLNACKS offers novel protein hypoallergenic options for pets, which are made with alternative sources of protein such as ostrich. Novel proteins can be beneficial for pets with allergies or sensitivities to more common proteins like beef or chicken....
♡Frequently Asked Questions
How many pet companies are listed in Western Europe on GlobalPetIndex?
GlobalPetIndex indexes thousands of pet businesses across Western 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 Western Europe?
The Western 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 Western Europe companies by country and type?
Yes. The right-hand filter lets you drill into a specific country within Western 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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