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How to Start a Animals & Birds Requisites Trading Business with Meydan Free Zone
The UAE's pet ownership culture is one of the most diverse in the world, spanning companion animals, birds, horses, camels, falcons, exotic reptiles, and ornamental fish. Each of these animal categories creates demand for specialist equipment, accessories, and care products that go well beyond food.
The UAE pet food market reached USD 107.3 million in 2024 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.04% through 2033, reflecting the broader expansion of the UAE pet and animal care sector.[1] Activity 4773.23 covers the trading of animal and bird requisites — serving every segment of the UAE's uniquely varied animal ownership market.
Who is this for?
| Audience Segment | Profile |
|---|---|
| PET & BIRD SUPPLY | Pet Accessories & Equipment Retailers Traders supplying cages, carriers, grooming tools, toys, bedding, and accessories to pet stores, bird breeders, and individual pet owners across the UAE. |
| EQUESTRIAN & FALCON SUPPLY | Equestrian & Falcon Equipment Traders Specialist suppliers of tack, saddlery, falconry equipment including hoods, jesses, lures, and perches serving the UAE's active equestrian and falconry community. |
4773.23 - Animals & Birds Requisites Trading
Activity 4773.23 covers the trading of animals and birds requisites — the full range of equipment, accessories, housing, and care products required for keeping, maintaining, and managing animals and birds of all types. This encompasses pet accessories, bird cages, animal housing, grooming equipment, training tools, and specialist husbandry items across all species.
Activity 4773.23 covers animal and bird requisites. Animal and bird feed is covered under activity 4773.16.
Live animals are covered under 4773.04 or 4773.15.
In short: if you are trading accessories, equipment, and care products for animals and birds, you are in. Food and live animals fall under separate activity codes.
| Category | Scope |
|---|---|
| Bird cages, aviaries & perchesCages, aviaries, perches, nest boxes, and bird housing accessories for companion birds, ornamental birds, and breeding setups. | Falconry equipment Hoods, jesses, swivels, bells, lures, perches, and specialist falconry accessories for the UAE's active falconry community. |
| Pet carriers & travel accessoriesCarriers, crates, travel bags, and transport accessories for dogs, cats, birds, and small animals for domestic and international travel. | Equine tack & saddlery Saddles, bridles, halters, rugs, and equine care accessories for the UAE's equestrian sector including racing and leisure riding. |
| Grooming tools & hygiene productsBrushes, combs, nail clippers, shampoos, and specialist grooming tools for dogs, cats, horses, and other companion animals. | Small animal & reptile housing Terrariums, vivaria, small animal cages, and specialist housing for reptiles, rodents, and exotic pets. |
Third-Party Approval
This activity does not require third-party approval to obtain a business license from Meydan Free Zone.
Anti-Money Laundering Compliance
This business activity is not subject to AML compliance requirements.
References
- ¹ IMARC Group. (2026). UAE Pet Food Market Size — Expected to Reach USD 171.0 Million By 2033. imarcgroup.com
