North America Pet Tourism Services Market By Service Type (Accommodation Services, Transportation Services, Activity and Recreation Services, Health and Wellness Services), By Pet Type (Dogs, Cats and Others), By Market Channel (Direct Consumer Sales, B2B Partnerships and Affiliate Marketing), Global Market Size, Segmental analysis, Regional Overview, Company share analysis, Leading Company Profiles and Market Forecast, 2025 – 2035

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Industry Outlook

The North America Pet Tourism Services Market accounted for USD 1.27 Billion in 2024 and USD 1.38 Billion in 2025 is expected to reach USD 3.21 Billion by 2035, growing at a CAGR of around 8.8% between 2025 and 2035. The North America pet tourism services market gathers a number of services aimed at safe and comfortable transportation of pets: air transport, relocation, accommodations, and a booking platform for pet owners. This market is driven by increasing pet humanization and an escalating commitment to pet ownership, particularly in the luxury and international travel segments. Demand continues to grow and not just because pet owners are becoming more empowered to bring their pets along, but also because more hotels, airlines, and travel experiences have opened up to accommodate them. In addition, changes in the regulations are compelling more domestic owners to count on professional pet travel services, such as the new CDC pet import regulations. As more aspects of life become digitalized, booking convenience and service personalization become more accessible for the industry, which will greatly contribute to its steady expansion in the coming years.

Industry Experts Opinion

“The concept emerged due to skyrocketing cargo prices during the pandemic—up to 400% increases—and owners’ concerns about the safety and well-being of animals in airplane cargo holds.”

• Adam Golder, Founder of K9 Jets.

Report Scope:

Market Dynamics

The rising pet humanization trend is leading to increased spending on premium travel experiences.

The demand for pet tourism services in North America is being strongly influenced by the continuing pet humanization trend. More pet owners consider their pets family and provide for the comfort and well-being of their pets while traveling. The higher this emotional bond, the higher the spending goes for premium and more customized travel experiences for their pets that are specially tailored to meet their needs. It is also evident that luxury pet transport options, pet-friendly accommodations, and pet concierge (and in-flight care) are becoming increasingly popular.

As a consequence, companies are innovating with new service offerings to meet this demand. Another trend involves pet owners taking pets on vacations and moving, and as a result, promoting the market. Social media and lifestyle influencers also pitch in and promote pet travel, and more owners are encouraged to explore these services as well. This trend of humanization should continue to bolster market growth and expand the industry. Taken all together, the shift mirrors a broader cultural trend valorizing pets’ well-being and quality of life.

Expansion of pet-friendly accommodations and services across major travel and hospitality sectors.

North America's travel and hospitality sectors are being changed by pet-friendly accommodations and services. By adding amenities like pet beds and play areas and developing pet-specific menus, hotels, resorts, and vacation rentals alike are beginning to welcome pets more often. Airlines and transportation companies increasingly are changing how they accommodate pets more comfortably, with in-cabin travel and pet lounges. The growth shown by this industry is fueled by increasingly high demand from pet owners seeking seamless travel experiences with their furry friends.

Pet-friendly is becoming increasingly important to hospitality brands as more are promoting themselves as pet-friendly to gain this niche market and boost bookings and customer loyalty. Furthermore, travel agencies partner up with pet service providers to make the process more convenient for their travelers. Increasing the pet-friendly services not only increases customer satisfaction but also generates extra revenue sources. But this trend promotes additional infrastructure and training investment to satisfy the special needs of pets. By and large, the expansion proves to be in favor of a greener world for traveling pet owners and their animals.

The high cost of luxury pet travel limits affordability for middle-income pet owners.

Luxury pet travel is still a seriously expensive game and presents a significant barrier to many North American pet owners on middle incomes. The price tag for premium services such as private jet charters, specialized pet handlers, and luxury pet accommodations is astronomical and out of reach for most people. Many of these costs, however, leave a huge part of the pet-owning population with little choice but to access basic or less convenient services to ensure safe and comfortable travel. There are also other expenses for the animal certifications, vaccinations, and regulatory paperwork. However, the affordability gap hampers market potential at times, especially with budget-sensitive consumers.

Consequently, some owners of pets don't travel with their pets or put it off indefinitely. With the growing demand for a customer base, companies are now attempting to balance quality care and working to find a cost-effective solution. Without more accessible pricing models, the market is doomed to stay niche. In the future, one of the ways to mitigate these restraints is to offer tiered services and promotions. In general, cost remains an essential limitation for luxury pet tourism services to acquire wider recognition.

Integration of AI-enabled booking platforms to streamline pet travel management and customization.

AI-equipped booking platform integration is bringing a revolution to travel management in terms of convenience and personalization. Automating complex tasks, including itinerary planning, documentation verification, and real-time tracking, these smart systems eliminate errors and delays. Then AI algorithms determine, based on what pet owners prefer, what their pet’s health data is, and what the regulations are in travel, and then it offers them a customized travel route for their pet, depending on which pet needs what. This technology enhances communication between service providers and customers as the coordination of the trip and updates on progress take place without breaking down barriers.

AI platforms can also predict the potential for disruption and suggest alternatives proactively, too. What’s great about these innovations is that they streamline the booking process, meaning less stress and time saved for the pet owner. Another essential factor that supports scalability for pet tourism businesses is the increasing adoption of AI solutions. With the market ever changing, AI integration is expected to become a standard and create efficiency to raise satisfaction. In general, AI allows both firms and pet proprietors to pass on interfacing pet travel in a more reasonable manner.

Collaborations between pet service providers and airlines to expand market penetration regionally.

The companies provide the opportunity of a seamless, travel solution for pets. The go-with airline expands its customer range and benefits from pet owners looking for trustworthy and comfortable transport options. Meanwhile, service providers of pets have higher and broader networks and resources to improve the levels of service given to the customers. Special pet travel lounges, priority boarding, and dedicated in-cabin spaces for pets are joint initiatives. In addition, these partnerships simplify regulatory compliance and documentation of health processes. The more recurring routes and services become pet-friendly, the greater regional market penetration there is.

Collaborations with these entities encourage innovative pet care during transit, and a competitive advantage. Ultimately, these alliances help to build more customers’ trust and satisfaction and to fuel market expansion. This growing trend is transforming how pets traverse North America and is making both trips easier and more pleasant.

Segment Analysis

Based on the service type, the North America Pet Tourism Services Market is classified into Accommodation Services, Transportation Services, Activity and Recreation Services, and Health and Wellness Services. Growing demand for safe and comfortable travel options for pets drives transportation services, including air, road, and rail, to dominate the market. Complex travel regulations make relocation services, needed for long-distance or international moves, more popular. The field of pet-friendly lodging is growing at an exceedingly fast rate, with hotels and resorts now offering more pet-specific amenities. Expert guidance, regulatory compliance support, and everything in between are provided by booking and consultation services. Demand is also rising across all service types, driven in part by the ascendancy of luxury and personalized travel experiences. Overall, this segmentation maps the market’s journey towards an integrated and pet-friendly travel ecosystem.

Based on the pet type, the North America Pet Tourism Services Market is classified into dogs, cats, and others. The largest market share is related to dogs, which are by far the most common and traveled type of pet, several of them being treated almost as family members, and your dogs travel with you when you go on vacation or leave your home for relocation. Travel deals for cats are hot on the tracks behind, as cat ownership and urban pet parenting trends rise. Smaller, but growing, is the ring 'others' segment of owners of birds, rabbits, and small mammals that need specialized travel and accommodation. Travel needs for each pet type differ, and inform the type of services that must be provided unique carriers, certain temperature control, etc. and regulatory handling. Niche growth opportunities are coming about due to the demand for tailored services, especially for nontraditional pets. As a whole, the segmentation reflects a move towards inclusivity in the market and more diversified commodification of care for a wider variety of companion animals.

Regional Analysis

The high pet ownership rates and a strong pet humanization culture backed by a robust economic value are the two main factors driving the pet tourism services market in North America (US). There are plenty of pet-friendly accommodations and travel infrastructure in major cities like New York, Los Angeles, and Miami etc. Luxury pet travel and relocation services are supported by the presence of specialized companies. Reliance on professional pet travel providers has recently increased due to recent regulatory changes, such as the CDC import rules. On the whole, the U.S. market is highly mature and is stimulated by innovation.

The pet tourism services market in Canada is expanding quickly with the nation’s rising number of pet-friendly hotels, parks, and airlines. A growing number of pet owners are requesting more travel and relocation services as mobility and lifestyle are changing. With streamlined cross-border pet travel with the U.S., this also makes for demand in short-distance pet transport within the country. Specialized services are forced to adhere to government regulations for pet safety during travel. With enhanced travel infrastructure, Canada’s market is expected to grow steadily.

Mexico is proving to be an exciting market for pet tourism services, driven by high disposable incomes and increases in the number of pets adopted by people. But Mexican urban centers like Mexico City and Guadalajara are seeing demand for pet-friendly hospitality and transport options increase. But development of the market, with so few premium pet travel services available in the US and Canada, is still in the beginning stages. Domestic transport and boarding services, however, are being tapped by local companies. Investment in pet infrastructure is being continued, as it is expected to drive future growth.

More pet-friendly travel to the Bahamas is becoming popular with U.S. tourists traveling with pets. More of the hospitality sector has been embracing pet-welcome policies and pet-friendly accommodations for travelers who have animals. Yet in the country, pet travel services are niche and seasonal, conditioned by trends of tourism. The pet importation regulatory requirements are moderate, making it accessible for international pet travelers. Growing tourism and pet-friendly branding put the Bahamas in a position for slow growth in this market.

Competitive Landscape

The North American pet tourism services market is highly competitive, with the presence of both incumbent companies and fledgling startups providing niche pet travel solutions. The key companies providing pet relocation services, including air travel, relocation, and pet concierge support, are Air Animal, Inc., Happy Tails Travel, Inc., PetRelocation, Inc., Royal Paws, and WorldCare Pet Transport, LLC. Differentiating themselves in a growing market, these companies focus on personalized care, safety, and regulatory compliance. While K9 Jets and BARK Air are not the first luxury pet travel providers, they've recently shaken up the status quo with private and premium flying.

The entry of digital platforms that make booking easier and provide real-time tracking is also redoubling competition. Players are expanding their service offerings and their geographic reach through tie-ups with airlines, hotels, and travel agencies. The innovation in pet handling, logistics, and customer support influences the market. Clients are also encouraged to select experienced providers as a result of regulatory complexities benefiting brand loyalty. The market is largely decentralized, progressively moving towards service integration and customer orientation.

North America Pet Tourism Services Market, Company Shares Analysis, 2024

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Recent Developments:

• In April 2025, K9 Jets, a pet-specialized aviation company founded in 2023, reported that its London-New Jersey route sold $500,000 in tickets overnight, highlighting strong demand for luxury pet travel. Since its inception, K9 Jets has transported over 3,000 pets across major routes including the U.S., Dubai, Paris, Lisbon, and forthcoming Miami.

Report Coverage:

By Service Type

• Accommodation Services
• Transportation Services
• Activity and Recreation Services
• Health and Wellness Services

By Pet Type

• Dogs
• Cats
• Others

By Market Channel

• Direct Consumer Sales
• B2B Partnerships
• Affiliate Marketing

By Region

North America

• U.S.
• Canada

List of Companies:

• Air Animal, Inc.
• Happy Tails Travel, Inc.
• PetRelocation, Inc.
• Royal Paws
• WorldCare Pet Transport, LLC
• K9 Jets
• BARK Air
• Pet Express, Inc.
• PetSafe Transport
• Pet Movers Inc.
• Animal Land Pet Movers
• Airpets International
• Pet Travel, Inc.
• The Pet Embassy
• Pet World Travel Services

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