Since 2012, the share of households in Turkey with at least one dog or cat has fluctuated. According to the most recent report published by the European Pet Food Industry, as of 2023, five percent of Turkish households have at least one pet dog. This share is higher for those who cohabit with cats, at about 14 percent. Nevertheless, compared to other countries in the European Union, this is quite a low ratio.
Cats and dogs inside and outside Turkish households
This is not to say that Turkish households are not friendly with pets, though. In 2023, the estimated number of pet cats and dogs in Turkish households was over six million, yet Turkey is known for its streets accommodating many stray cats (and dogs), loved and looked after by residents, established as a familiar presence in citizens’ everyday lives.
Pet food and pet animal stores in Turkey
In Turkey, there are almost 20 thousand retail stores where pet animals and pet food are available for purchase. These stores also include and specialize in the sales of flowers, plants, seeds and fertilizers.
Share of households owning at least one cat or dog in Turkey from 2012 to 2023
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FEDIAF. (May 21, 2024). Share of households owning at least one cat or dog in Turkey from 2012 to 2023 [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved December 10, 2024, from https://www.statista.com/statistics/517048/households-owning-cats-dogs-europe-turkey/
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