Pet supplies market in Germany - statistics & facts
Germans are keen pet owners, with cats and dogs being especially popular. As of 2023, there were significantly more cats living in German households than dogs, with the number of felines increasing annually in recent years. The reasons for this may vary, but possibly one of them is that Germany has a dog tax for owners. Cats may also be an easier pet option for city dwellers living in apartments, especially regarding rented living space. The German pet supplies market faces the familiar shifts of our time, among them changing consumer behavior due to increased awareness of sustainability in production across the board and the growing presence (as well as practice) of online retail.
