Germany Pet Travel Services Market

Germany Pet Travel Services Market Insights Forecasts to 2035  

• The Germany Pet Travel Services Market Size Was Estimated at USD 170.8 Million in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 9.35% from 2025 to 2035
• The Germany Pet Travel Services Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 456.5 Million by 2035

According to a research report published by Decision Advisors & Consulting, the Germany Pet Travel Services market?is anticipated to reach USD 456.5 million by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 9.35% from 2025 to 2035. The Germany pet travel services market growth is mainly driven by pet adoption and humanization are increasing, as the number of tourists traveling with their companion animals, pet-friendly travel services and hotels, and people's eagerness for travel following the pandemic lockdowns.

Market Overview

Pet travel services refer to special solutions offered by companies to facilitate safe, comfortable, and stress-free transport of pets, especially internationally by companies. These services are designed to meet the specific requirements of pet owners who need to move, travel, or transport their pets for individual, professional, or medical reasons. Pet travel service providers handle all aspects of the journey, including documentation, health certificates, vaccination, flight booking, ground transport, and compliance with airline or country-specific rules. Pet travel services are particularly PET services designed to facilitate safe, comfortable, and obedient transport or transfer of pets during domestic or international travel. These include travel land and air modes that allow pet owners to leave, transfer, or travel, ensuring that the PET is treated with care and comfort throughout the journey. Prominent players in the industry include Airpets International, Royal Claws, PET Relocations, Happy Trails Travel, and Air Animal. These companies are taking advantage of digital platforms, AI-operated logistics, and strategic alliances, providing pets a spontaneous and end-to-end travel experience.

The?‍?‌‍?‍‌?‍?‌‍?‍‌ German government's role in the pet travel sector is mainly concentrated on the implementation of strict animal welfare regulations (both EU-wide and national), the provision of safe transport standards (the proper securing of pets in cars/planes), the promotion of high-quality and environmentally friendly products through awareness-raising activities, and the imposition of a pet registration/tax, all of which are contributing to the development of a market that is characterized by a high level of demand, a focus on quality, and is driven by a combination of factors such as a high rate of pet ownership and cross-border movement within the EU. In addition, there are measures that facilitate the implementation of humane logistics and digital ?‍?‌‍?‍‌?‍?‌‍?‍‌compliance.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the Germany 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 Germany pet travel services market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies, such as expansion, type 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 Germany pet travel services market.  

Driving Factor 

The Germany pet travel services market is driven by an increase in ownership of pets, increasing disposable income, and the increasing trend of PET humanization. The demand for safe and stress-free travel solutions is increasing, with more families behaving as integral members. Additionally, frequent domestic transfer, international travel, and strict compliance rules promote dependence on professional pet services.

Restraining Factor

Limited availability of high service costs, complex international rules, and pet-friendly airlines inhibit the development of the Germany pet travel services market. Additionally, concerns about pet safety, long journey stress, and long documentation processes create important challenges.

Market Segmentation  

The Germany pet travel services market share is classified into travel type, pet type, and application.

• The domestic segment dominates the market with the largest market share through the forecast period.

The Germany pet travel services market is segmented by travel type into domestic and international. among these, the domestic segment dominates the market with the largest market share through the forecast period. This is due to its Convenience and strength. Many pet owners prefer to travel within their country, as it eliminates the complications of international travel, such as expensive vaccinations, quarantine rules, and long travel time. Domestic travel offers a stress-free and accessible option for pets, with an increasing number of pet-friendly housing, transport options and attractions, domestic travels.

• The dogs segment accounted for the largest revenue share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a remarkable CAGR during the forecast period.

The Germany pet travel services market is segmented by pet type into dog, cat, and others. Among these, the dogs segment accounted for the largest revenue share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a remarkable CAGR during the forecast period. The growing trend of treating dogs as family members in collaboration with progress in the infrastructure of pet travel, has strengthened the dominance of the dog segment in the market. Dogs are often included in family trips and holidays, increasing the demand for special travel services.

• The transportation segment held the largest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.  

The Germany pet travel services market is segmented by application into transportation and relocation. Among these, the transportation segment held the largest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. Pet-friendly airlines, trains, and road travel services have become more widespread, offering special housing such as pet carriers, seats, and on-board care. These services address the increasing demand for safe journeys, making transportation for major segments in the stomach travel service industry, especially for long distance and international visits.

Competitive Analysis

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the Germany pet travel services market, along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their type of 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 type 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
• Starwood Animal Transport
• CitizenShipper
• Happy Tails Travel
• Air Animal
• Airpets International
• Other

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 Germany, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Decision Advisors has segmented the Germany pet travel services market based on the below-mentioned segments: 

Germany Pet Travel Services Market, By Travel Type

• Domestic
• International

Germany Pet Travel Services Market, By Pet Type

• Dog
• Cat
• Others

Germany Pet Travel Services Market, By Application

• Transportation
• Relocation

FAQ’s

Q: What is the market size of the Germany pet travel services market in 2024?

A: The Germany pet travel services market size was estimated at USD 170.8 million in 2024.

Q: What is the forecasted market size by 2035?

A: The market is expected to reach USD 456.5 million by 2035.

Q: What is the CAGR of the market during 2025–2035?

A: The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of around 9.35% from 2025 to 2035.

Q: What are pet travel services?

A: Pet travel services are specialized solutions that ensure safe, stress-free, and compliant domestic or international transport of pets, covering documentation, health certificates, transport arrangements, and customized travel support.

Q: Which travel type dominates the Germany pet travel services market?

A: The domestic travel segment dominates due to convenience, lower costs, and fewer complications compared to international travel.

Q: Which pet type accounts for the largest share?

A: The dogs segment accounted for the largest revenue share in 2024, driven by the strong trend of treating dogs as family members.