In 2024, Germany leads the European dog and cat food import market with a 14.04% share by volume, followed by Spain at 11.93%, and the United Kingdom at 8.72%. France, Belgium, and Poland round out the top six importers. Year-on-year analysis from 2023 shows significant growth in Spain (32.14%) and steady increases in countries like Romania (6.86%) and Bulgaria (6.26%). However, Finland is the only country observed with a negative growth (-0.75%). The 5-year CAGR indicates a stable upward trend in import volumes as consumer demand rises across Europe.
Future trends to watch for include the growing preference for premium and specialized pet foods, which may alter the import dynamics. Additionally, market expansion in Eastern Europe could shift the import share landscape. Sustainable and organic pet food products are also expected to influence future import patterns.
Top countries in Import of Dog or Cat Food Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 14.04 | 2023 | +2.55% | +4.5% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 11.93 | 2023 | +19.64% | +32.14% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 8.72 | 2023 | +1.41% | +1.22% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 8.58 | 2023 | +3.05% | +6.13% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 6.96 | 2023 | +2.71% | +6.04% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 6.29 | 2023 | +4.3% | +5.62% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 6.04 | 2023 | +3.74% | +1.4% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 5.21 | 2023 | +3.27% | +3.02% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 4.63 | 2023 | +2.53% | +4.21% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 4.11 | 2023 | +4.57% | +6.86% | View data |
