Canada Pet Travel Services Market

Canada Pet Travel Services Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The Canada Pet Travel Services Market Size was estimated at USD 140.45 Million in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 7.79% from 2025 to 2035
• The Canada Pet Travel Services Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 320.40 Million by 2035

The Canada Pet Travel Services Market is anticipated to reach USD 320.40 million by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 7.79% from 2025 to 2035. Further, increased spending on pets due to higher disposable incomes and the growing trend of pet humanisation are the causes of this quick growth. The growing demand for convenient, comfortable, and safe travel options will fuel market expansion as more pet owners choose to take their animals on vacation.

Market Overview

Pet travel services are specialised pet services created to make it easier for pets to be transported or relocated safely, comfortably, and legally when travelling domestically or abroad. These include air and land travel options that ensure pets are comfortable and cared for during the trip, whether the pet owner is travelling for work, vacation, or relocation. The need for expert services that guarantee safety and regulatory compliance has increased due to the rise in international travel and more stringent airline pet-transportation policies. These businesses are providing pets with a smooth, end-to-end travel experience by utilising digital platforms, AI-driven logistics, and strategic alliances. Additionally, pet owners are increasingly inclined to bring their animals on vacation due to improvements in pet-friendly lodging and travel infrastructure. Additionally, the market has witnessed an increase in luxury options like pet-specific travel agencies, private jet charters, and upscale hotels and resorts. The expansion of the market has created a number of opportunities for companies and entrepreneurs to enter this expanding sector by providing services that address the particular requirements and preferences of pet owners.

Report Coverage

This research report categorises the market for the Canada pet travel services market based on various segments and regions, and forecasts revenue growth and analyses trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the Canada pet travel services market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies, such as expansion, product launch, development, partnership, merger, and acquisition, have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the Canada pet travel services market. 

Driving Factors

The market for pet travel services in Canada is influenced by several important factors, such as pet ownership is on the rise, particularly among Gen Z and millennials, as more owners look for comfortable and safe travel options for their animals. Investments in high-end services like pet-friendly lodging, transportation, and health monitoring while travelling are fueled by the growing humanisation of pets, where they are viewed as members of the family. Furthermore, increased domestic and international travel, in addition to more stringent airline regulations regarding pet transit, call for expert services that guarantee adherence to safety and legal standards. Moreover, technological developments like GPS tracking, real-time health monitoring, and AI-powered logistics improve service quality and convenience, which drives market expansion even more.

Restraining Factors

Despite the growth potential, the Canadian pet travel services market is constrained by several factors, including regulatory complexity is a significant obstacle because pet travel entails strict and frequently inconsistent import-export, vaccination, and documentation requirements that vary by nation and region, making compliance more difficult. Further, the high expenses of pet travel services, such as airfare, veterinary examinations, crate rentals, and logistical fees, many pet owners to be able to afford them, which would restrict market uptake.

Market Segmentation

The Canada Pet Travel Services market share is classified into travel type and application.

• The domestic segment dominated the market in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The Canada pet travel services market is divided by travel type into domestic and international. Among these, the domestic segment dominated the market in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. This trend has raised consumers willingness to spend more time and money on their pets' happiness and well-being, which has increased demand for a range of pet-related goods and services, including boarding, kennels, grooming, and veterinary care. One of the main reasons for the market's explosive growth has been the rise in domestic pet transportation within localities.

 The relocation segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a rapid pace during the forecast period.

The Canada pet travel services market is segmented by application into transportation and relocation. Among these, the relocation segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a rapid pace during the forecast period. The rising enrollment rates in pet training schools and specialised animal taxi or bus facilities are driving a significant expansion in the pet relocation services market. The existence of several travel agencies that focus on the technical documentation procedures needed for pet relocation is also contributing to the growth of this market segment.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organisations/companies involved within the Canada pet travel services market, along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Worldwide Animal Travel
• Paws En Route
• WestJet Cargo (PetSafe)
• Air Canada Cargo + Vetster
• Global Pet Relocation
• PetRelocate Canada
• Others

Recent Developments:

• In December 2023, Vetster and Air Canada launched a groundbreaking partnership offering 24/7 virtual veterinary care for pets travelling in cargo, setting a new standard for pet travel safety and support. This first-of-its-kind collaboration between Vetster, a leading veterinary telehealth platform, and Air Canada aims to revolutionise how pets are cared for during air travel.

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at the Canada, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the Canada pet travel services market based on the below-mentioned segments:

Canada Pet Travel Services Market, By Travel Type

• Domestic
• International

Canada Pet Travel Services Market, By Application

• Transportation
• Relocation

FAQ

1. What is the current market size of the Canadian Pet Travel Services Market?

        The market size was estimated at USD 140.45 million in 2024.

2. What is the expected growth rate for the Canada Pet Travel Services Market?

The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of around 7.79% during the forecast period from 2025 to 2035.

3. What will be the market size by 2035?

The Canada Pet Travel Services Market is expected to reach USD 320.40 million by 2035.

4. Which travel type dominated the market in 2024?

The domestic segment dominated the market in 2024 and is expected to continue growing significantly.

5. Which application segment held a significant share in 2024?

The relocation segment held a significant share and is expected to grow rapidly during the forecast period.

6. Who are the major players in the market?

Key companies include Worldwide Animal Travel, Paws En Route, WestJet Cargo (PetSafe), Air Canada Cargo with Vetster, Global Pet Relocation, and PetRelocate Canada.

7. How is technology impacting the market?

Advances in digital platforms, AI-driven logistics, GPS tracking, and real-time health monitoring are enhancing the convenience, safety, and quality of pet travel services.