The global pet hostel market size was valued at USD 13.59 billion in 2024. The market is projected to grow from USD 14.28 billion in 2025 to USD 20.84 billion by 2032, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.54% over the forecast period.
Pet hostels, also known as pet boarding services, are specialized facilities that offer temporary accommodation and care for pets while the owners are away. These hostels ensure pets receive proper food, water, exercise, playtime, socialization, and comfortable living space.
Dogtopia Enterprises (U.S.)
Pet Paradise (U.S.)
Petfelix (India)
K9 Resorts (U.S.)
Camp Bow Wow (U.S.)
PetsVille (UAE)
BJ’s Pet Resort & Spa (U.K.)
Nekoya Cat Hotel (Singapore)
Paws & Collars (India)
Wag Hotels (U.S.)
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SEGMENTATION ANALYSIS
Dogs Segment Led the Market Due to Growing Number of Dog-Owned Households
The market is segmented into dogs, cats, and others based on pets. The dogs segment dominated the market in 2024 owing to the growing number of dog-owning households and the wide availability of dog hostels worldwide. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), a U.S.-based non-profit organization, dog-owning households increased from 53.4 million in 2023 to 59.8 million in 2024. Moreover, growing urbanization has led to small houses and apartments. Hence, several dog owners prefer dog hostels while out of town, ensuring their dogs get exercise, companionship, and professional attention.
Rising Number of Working Individuals across Countries Fueled Short-Term Segment Growth
The global market is divided into short term and long term based on service type. The short term segment held the largest revenue share in 2024 owing to the rising number of working individuals with busy schedules and daily offices. Working pet owners usually leave their pets at boarding facilities on the way to their office for daycare. Moreover, the trend of short trips and weekend getaways worldwide fuels the segment's growth.
Rising Number of Working Individuals across Countries Fueled Short-Term Segment Growth
The global market is divided into short term and long term based on service type. The short term segment held the largest revenue share in 2024 owing to the rising number of working individuals with busy schedules and daily offices. Working pet owners usually leave their pets at boarding facilities on the way to their office for daycare. Moreover, the trend of short trips and weekend getaways worldwide fuels the segment's growth.
‣ Major growth drivers, restraining factors, opportunities, and potential challenges for the market.
‣ Comprehensive insights into regional developments.
‣ List of major industry players.
‣ Key strategies adopted by the market players.
‣ Recent industry developments include product launches, partnerships, mergers, and acquisitions.
Market Drivers
Rising Pet Ownership Across Countries to Drive Market Growth
Pets are increasingly being considered as integral family members of households globally. The rising pet ownership and households owning a pet across countries leading to the upsurge in pet populations across the globe propels the market growth. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), a U.S.-based non-profit organization, the number of cat-owing and dog-owning households across the U.S. increased to 101.9 million in 2024 from 92.1 million in 2023.
Increasing Working Population and Growing Number of Pet Boarding Establishments to Boost Market Growth
An increasing number of working individuals fuel market growth. According to the World Bank Group, an international organization, total employees worldwide increased to 3.63 billion in 2023 from 3.55 billion in 2022. Working individuals, particularly dual-income families, commonly require pet boarding for pet daycare services as they are in the office daily.
KEY INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENTS
December 2024: Happy Cat Hotel & Spa, a U.S.-based cat care services company, launched its new hotel & spa in Albuquerque, Mexico. According to the company, the new hotel & spa offers various services, including cat boarding and grooming.