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Article: France's little animal kingdom.(pet food market)(Statistical Data Included)
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- AgExporter
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- March 1, 2002
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With favorite dogs bundled lovingly into shoulder bags for riding on the Metro or curled up under tables at its famous sidewalk cafes, Paris is paradise for pets--and France is one of Europe's best markets for pet food products. The "myth" of tiny dogs nestled in shopping bags at Le Bon Marche or under chairs at Paris's five-star restaurants is not a myth at all.
In fact, France has the largest pet population in Europe, with 10.2 million dogs, 8.5 million cats, 7 million birds, 2 million rodents and a remarkable 27 million fish. The French are simply animal lovers, with 53 percent of households having at least one pet.
Going to the Dogs? Far From It!
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