the european pet food industry

European Statistics

FEDIAF Facts and Figures 2020 split1 page 0001On an annual basis, FEDIAF reviews member association data on market and population trends.  The figures are a striking proof of the importance Europeans attach to their companion animals. Here are some highlights from our Facts and Figures 2020 report:

  • 88 million households own a pet (38%)
  • There are around 110 million cats, 90 million dogs, 52 million birds, 30 million small mammals, 15 million aquaria and 9 million reptiles
  • Annual sales of pet food products 21.8 billion
  • Annual growth rate of the pet food industry 2.8%
  • Annual sales of pet food products 8.5 million tonnes
  • Related services and products: 21.2 billion

Please click here for the FEDIAF Facts & Figures 2020.