The European prepared pet foods market showed significant variation in 2023 across different countries. The United Kingdom led in volume with 1.7913 billion kilograms, exhibiting a mild annual growth of 0.73%. Germany and France followed, both with moderate increases of 0.71% and 1.64% respectively. Larger growth was noted in Spain (2.49%) and emerging markets like Poland (3.38%) and Portugal (4.15%). Interestingly, Croatia experienced the largest relative increase at 6.06%. Some countries witnessed declines, such as Czech Republic (-0.96%) and Lithuania (-1.0%). The average annual growth rate over the last five years varied significantly, indicating diverse market dynamics.
Future trends in the European prepared pet foods market point towards steady growth in Eastern Europe and a push for organic and premium pet food variations. Rising pet ownership and increasing focus on pet health and wellness are expected to drive market expansion. Observing the changing consumer preferences towards sustainable and locally sourced products will be crucial for understanding market shifts.
Top countries in Prepared Pet Foods Market Size Volume by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 1,791,300,000 | 2023 | -0.19% | +0.73% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 1,570,000,000 | 2023 | +0.4% | +0.71% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 1,390,700,000 | 2023 | +0.53% | +1.64% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 1,092,500,000 | 2023 | +2.26% | +0.84% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 1,020,400,000 | 2023 | +1.78% | +2.49% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 680,870,000 | 2023 | +3.93% | +3.38% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 401,250,000 | 2023 | +3.45% | +4.15% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 372,110,000 | 2023 | +2.57% | +3.66% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 350,330,000 | 2023 | +2.72% | +3.8% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 305,790,000 | 2023 | +3.97% | +3.58% | View data |
