The European market for dog and cat food production in kilograms shows France leading with 18.97%, followed by Germany at 15.33%, and the United Kingdom and Spain very close at 10.66% and 10.64%, respectively. Italy, Poland, and Hungary also contribute significantly. The smallest shares are found in Estonia, Finland, and Bulgaria.
In 2023, France saw a substantial increase of 4.52%, while Germany grew by 4.22%. The United Kingdom had a marginal rise of 0.27%, and Spain went up by 3.79%. Italy and Greece showed notable increases, 9.94% and 7.88%, respectively. Conversely, the Netherlands and Denmark experienced declines of -1.16% and -5.18%. Estonia's production surged by 38.42%, marking the highest percentage growth.
Future trends to watch involve potential shifts in production due to changes in consumer preferences and regulatory developments within the EU. Sustainability and health-focused innovations will likely impact the market dynamics, with countries like France and Germany continuing to lead but potentially facing increased competition from emerging markets like Estonia and Greece.
Top countries in Sold Production of Dog or Cat Food Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 18.97 | 2023 | +2.58% | +4.52% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 15.33 | 2023 | +2.08% | +4.22% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 10.66 | 2023 | -0.84% | +0.27% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 10.64 | 2023 | +2.34% | +3.79% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 8.91 | 2023 | +4.03% | +9.94% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 7.66 | 2023 | +3.95% | +3.56% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 7.15 | 2023 | +2.82% | +4.05% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 5.28 | 2023 | +2.5% | -1.16% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czechia | 3.03 | 2023 | |||
| 10 | 10 Austria | 2.04 | 2023 | +5.01% | +5.7% | View data |
