The North America Pet Carriers Market would witness market growth of 6.2% CAGR during the forecast period (2024-2031). In the year 2020, the North America market's volume surged to3.57 million units, showcasing a growth of 14.5% (2020-2023).
Soft-sided carriers are a popular choice in the pet carriers market, offering convenience and comfort for both pets and owners. These carriers are typically made from durable yet flexible materials such as nylon or canvas, providing a cozy and secure environment for pets during travel. With features like mesh windows for ventilation and visibility, padded interiors for comfort, and adjustable straps for easy carrying, soft-sided carriers cater to the needs of small to medium-sized pets. Thus, the US market utilized2.92 million units of Soft-sided carriers in 2023.
The US market dominated the North America Pet Carriers Market by Country in 2023, and would continue to be a dominant market till 2031; thereby, achieving a market value of $307 million by 2031. The Canada market is experiencing a CAGR of 8.6% during (2024 - 2031). Additionally, The Mexico market would exhibit a CAGR of 7.7% during (2024 - 2031).
There has been a discernible transition in apartment complexes and housing complexes from policies that previously restricted or discouraged pet ownership to those that now adopt more inclusive stances, recognizing pets as essential community members. Many property managers and landlords now recognize the benefits of allowing pets, including increased tenant satisfaction, lower vacancy rates, and enhanced resident social cohesion. As a result, pet owners are no longer faced with the dilemma of finding suitable accommodation for themselves and their pets, alleviating one of the barriers to pet ownership.
Similarly, many workplaces are adopting pet-friendly policies, allowing employees to bring their pets to the office or providing designated pet-friendly areas within the workplace. This emerging pattern signifies an increasing acknowledgment of the favorable influence that pets can have on staff morale, efficiency, and general welfare. Employers are accommodating pet owners who might otherwise find it difficult to reconcile work obligations and pet care duties by establishing a work environment conducive to pets, thereby cultivating a more harmonious and encouraging workplace culture.
According to the article titled Vet These Numbers: Pet Care in Canada, released by Statistics Canada in October 2022, there were 4,691 businesses nationwide in the pet care industry, whose services included animal shelters, pet sitting, grooming, training, and dog walking. In addition, as per the Government of Canada, the pet population in Canada increased from 27.5 million pets in 2016 to 27.9 million in 2020. The number of pets is expected to grow from 28,1 million in 2021 to 28,5 million in 2025. Hence, the rising pet numbers in North America will increase demand for pet carriers in the upcoming years.
Based on Product, the market is segmented into Soft-Sided Carriers, Hard Shell Carriers, Backpack Carriers, and Others. Based on Pet Type, the market is segmented into Dog, Cat, Birds, and Others. Based on Distribution Channel, the market is segmented into Specialty Pet Stores, Supermarkets/Hypermarkets, Online, and Others. Based on countries, the market is segmented into U.S., Mexico, Canada, and Rest of North America.
Soft-sided carriers are a popular choice in the pet carriers market, offering convenience and comfort for both pets and owners. These carriers are typically made from durable yet flexible materials such as nylon or canvas, providing a cozy and secure environment for pets during travel. With features like mesh windows for ventilation and visibility, padded interiors for comfort, and adjustable straps for easy carrying, soft-sided carriers cater to the needs of small to medium-sized pets. Thus, the US market utilized2.92 million units of Soft-sided carriers in 2023.
The US market dominated the North America Pet Carriers Market by Country in 2023, and would continue to be a dominant market till 2031; thereby, achieving a market value of $307 million by 2031. The Canada market is experiencing a CAGR of 8.6% during (2024 - 2031). Additionally, The Mexico market would exhibit a CAGR of 7.7% during (2024 - 2031).
There has been a discernible transition in apartment complexes and housing complexes from policies that previously restricted or discouraged pet ownership to those that now adopt more inclusive stances, recognizing pets as essential community members. Many property managers and landlords now recognize the benefits of allowing pets, including increased tenant satisfaction, lower vacancy rates, and enhanced resident social cohesion. As a result, pet owners are no longer faced with the dilemma of finding suitable accommodation for themselves and their pets, alleviating one of the barriers to pet ownership.
Similarly, many workplaces are adopting pet-friendly policies, allowing employees to bring their pets to the office or providing designated pet-friendly areas within the workplace. This emerging pattern signifies an increasing acknowledgment of the favorable influence that pets can have on staff morale, efficiency, and general welfare. Employers are accommodating pet owners who might otherwise find it difficult to reconcile work obligations and pet care duties by establishing a work environment conducive to pets, thereby cultivating a more harmonious and encouraging workplace culture.
According to the article titled Vet These Numbers: Pet Care in Canada, released by Statistics Canada in October 2022, there were 4,691 businesses nationwide in the pet care industry, whose services included animal shelters, pet sitting, grooming, training, and dog walking. In addition, as per the Government of Canada, the pet population in Canada increased from 27.5 million pets in 2016 to 27.9 million in 2020. The number of pets is expected to grow from 28,1 million in 2021 to 28,5 million in 2025. Hence, the rising pet numbers in North America will increase demand for pet carriers in the upcoming years.
Based on Product, the market is segmented into Soft-Sided Carriers, Hard Shell Carriers, Backpack Carriers, and Others. Based on Pet Type, the market is segmented into Dog, Cat, Birds, and Others. Based on Distribution Channel, the market is segmented into Specialty Pet Stores, Supermarkets/Hypermarkets, Online, and Others. Based on countries, the market is segmented into U.S., Mexico, Canada, and Rest of North America.
List of Key Companies Profiled
- Ferplast S.p.A.
- MidWest Homes for Pets
- Diggs Inc.
- EliteField LLC
- Coastal Pet Products, Inc.
- Sleepypod
- Sturdi Products Inc
- PetWise, Inc.
- Petmate (Platinum Equity Advisors, LLC)
- Paws & Pals, Inc.
Market Report Segmentation
By Product (Volume, Thousand Units, USD Billion, 2020-31)
- Soft-Sided Carriers
- Hard Shell Carriers
- Backpack Carriers
- Others
By Pet Type (Volume, Thousand Units, USD Billion, 2020-31)
- Dog
- Cat
- Birds
- Others
By Distribution Channel (Volume, Thousand Units, USD Billion, 2020-31)
- Specialty Pet Stores
- Supermarkets/Hypermarkets
- Online
- Others
By Country (Volume, Thousand Units, USD Billion, 2020-31)
- US
- Canada
- Mexico
- Rest of North America
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Market Scope & Methodology
Chapter 2. Market at a Glance
Chapter 3. Market Overview
Chapter 4. North America Pet Carriers Market by Product
Chapter 5. North America Pet Carriers Market by Pet Type
Chapter 6. North America Pet Carriers Market by Distribution Channel
Chapter 7. North America Pet Carriers Market by Country
Chapter 8. Company Profiles
Companies Mentioned
- Ferplast S.p.A.
- MidWest Homes for Pets
- Diggs Inc.
- EliteField LLC
- Coastal Pet Products, Inc.
- Sleepypod
- Sturdi Products Inc
- PetWise, Inc.
- Petmate (Platinum Equity Advisors, LLC)
- Paws & Pals, Inc.
Methodology
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