Pet Carriers Market Report 2025

The pet carriers market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $939.91 billion in 2024 to $987.97 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to pet ownership trends, urbanization and pet-friendly lifestyles, travel and adventure trends, humanization of pets, innovations in material and design.

The pet carriers market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.28 trillion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rise of pet adoption, e-commerce expansion, focus on pet safety and comfort, customization and personalization trends, health and wellness considerations. Major trends in the forecast period include focus on lightweight and portable solutions, integration of comfort features, health and wellness integration, rise in luxury pet carriers, global market expansion.

The increasing rate of pet adoption is anticipated to drive the growth of the pet carrier market in the future. Pet adoption involves taking in a pet from a previous owner or a shelter, which includes assuming responsibility for the animal. Pet carriers provide a means for owners to transport their pets and can also serve as indoor or outdoor kennels, making them essential for pet owners. For instance, in May 2024, a report by the Insurance Information Institute, a US-based organization, indicated that total pet industry expenditures in the U.S. reached $147 billion in 2023, reflecting a 7.5% increase from $136.8 billion in 2022. Thus, the rising pet adoption rate is a key driver of the pet carrier market's growth.

The expansion of e-commerce is anticipated to be a driving force behind the growth of the pet carriers market. E-commerce, which involves online buying and selling of goods and services, is increasingly popular, and pet carriers serve as a crucial product for safely transporting pets. For instance, The Census Bureau estimated that US retail e-commerce sales for the second quarter of 2023 reached $277.6 billion, reflecting a 2.1% increase from the first quarter. This growth in e-commerce is contributing to the demand for pet carriers, making them essential for pet owners shopping online.

Leading companies in the pet carrier market are innovating by incorporating technologies like drop-stitch techniques to improve the durability, lightweight design, and overall comfort of pet carriers, ensuring a safer and more pleasant travel experience for both pets and their owners. Drop-stitch technology is a construction method utilized in inflatable products, where thousands of polyester threads connect the top and bottom layers, forming a robust, rigid structure when inflated. For example, in March 2023, Diggs, a US-based pet product manufacturer, introduced the Enventur. This carrier is designed for easy transport, inflating in just one minute with the recommended Diggs Manual Pump. It can be deflated and folded flat for convenient storage, making it perfect for travel.

Leading companies in the pet carriers market are directing their efforts toward the innovation of collapsible travel carriers, including pet crates designed to ensure in-car pet safety. Pet crates are portable and enclosed structures crafted to offer a secure and confined space for pets, providing a designated area for rest, sleep, or transport. A notable example is PetSafe brand, a US-based manufacturer specializing in electronic pet training products, which unveiled the Happy Ride Collapsible Travel Carrier in September 2022. This carrier, designed for secure and comfortable pet transportation in cars, adheres to new Highway Code regulations to ensure dogs are suitably restrained and avoid fines. Featuring a lightweight design suitable for all vehicle sizes, the carrier includes a durable aluminum frame, easy installation, a foldable design, and a leather handle for portability. Emphasizing in-car safety and storage convenience, the carrier is a testament to the industry's focus on innovative solutions.

In February 2022, Pet Value Holdings Ltd., a Canada-based provider of pet food and pet-related supplies, completed the acquisition of Chico Inc. for an undisclosed amount. This strategic move is anticipated to leverage the combined resources of Pet Value and Chico, creating a synergistic fit that enhances the provision of premium-quality products. The acquisition is expected to empower Chico to fortify and broaden its coverage across Canada. Chico Inc., headquartered in the US, specializes in providing pet carriers and other reputable products and services catering to dogs, cats, and fish.

Major companies operating in the pet carriers market include Paws & Pals Inc., MidWest Homes for Pets, Ferplast SpA, EliteField LLC, Pet-Tom LLC, Pet Gear Inc., Coastal Pet Products Inc., Pet Life LLC, Worldwise Inc., Snoozer Pet Products LLC, Gen 7 Inc., Outward Hound Inc., K&H Manufacturing LLC, Sherpa Pet Group, Quaker Pet Group Inc., Stefanplast SpA, MPS Italia, OxGord Inc., Mr. Peanut's Pet Carriers, Bergan LLC, Radio Systems Corporation, Kurgo Inc., PetEgo LLC, PetFusion Inc., PetNation Inc.

North America was the largest region in the pet carriers market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the pet carriers market report during the forecast period. The regions covered in the pet carriers market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the pet carriers market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Pet carriers are compact, portable boxes, containers, or cages designed to transport small pets securely from one location to another, providing a sense of security and protection.

The main types of pet carriers include soft-side bags, hard kennels, backpacks, and sling carriers. Soft-side bags are compact, breathable containers with additional mesh for ventilation, typically constructed from durable materials such as polyester, microfiber, or nylon. These carriers are suitable for various types of pets, including dogs, cats, and guinea pigs. They are available through various sales channels, including supermarkets, specialty stores, online retailers, and others.

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The pet carriers market consists of sales of hard-sided carrier and carriers with wheels. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

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