More populous nations inherently will tend to have more pets. However, ordering the top five cat and dog populations in Europe by per capita pet ownership causes different patterns to emerge.

Russia had the highest pet dog and cat populations in Europe for 2021. Italians owned the most pet birds, while France was home to the most reptile pets. The United Kingdom had the most aquariums.

In a survey, all pet owners were more inclined to start making budget cuts to pet supplies before pet food.

In Brazil, Civil Police of Minas Gerais are investigating nine dogs’ deaths following the consumption of Bassar Pet Food brand snacks.

Motivations behind choosing a specific pet food brand vary by pet owner, and the current economic situation influences those intentions to buy.

At Congreso Veterinario de León in central Mexico, pet food brands display their latest premium and prescription product innovations to veterinarians.

Drools Pet Food is the second largest pet food company in India and exports to nearly 20 other markets, now including Australia and, possibly soon, Russia.

Demand for Elmut’s fresh pet foods, with human-grade ingredients, high meat levels and minimal processing, is rising in its home market of France.

These 10 companies had the highest annual revenues in 2021 among pet food and treat companies based in Europe and listed in Petfood Industry’s Top Companies Current Data. 

A lack of value-priced pet food coupled with higher prices across the board may leave budget-minded pet owners with few options.