The mobile pet care market is estimated to be valued at US$ 641.4 Mn in 2023 and is expected to exhibit a CAGR of 8.1% over the forecast period 2023-2030. The market is projected to reach US$ 1,108.8 million by 2030, as highlighted in a new report published by Coherent Market Insights. Increasing awareness and consciousness about pet health along with growing disposable income is expected to drive the mobile pet care market in the coming years.
Key Market Takeaways
:The global mobile pet care market is anticipated to witness a CAGR of 8.1% during the forecast period 2023-2030, owing growing humanization of pets and preference for convenience.
- According to a recent pet parent study conducted by Mars Incorporated, the pet population increased to around 1 billion in 2024, around the globe. The study also finds that 56% people in the world are pet parents today, 47% of which are identified as first-time pet owners. This highlight the emergence of new era of pet popularity and pet parents, which ultimately influences growth of the mobile pet care market.
- American Pet Products Association (APPA) reports that around USD 95.7 billion were spent on pets, especially towards veterinary care services in 2019. On the basis of service type, veterinary care segment is expected to hold a dominant position, accounting for over 40% of the mobile pet care market share due to availability of wide range of services including medication, checkups, vaccinations etc. at doorstep.
- According to the data released by The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), dog ownership in the U.S. households increased by 6% in 4 years to reach 44.6% in 2020. The report shows that there are around 88.8 million dogs in the U.S. households, which indicates a growing demand for mobile pet care services specific towards dogs in the coming years.
- As these numbers speak, dogs accounts for around 60% share of the mobile pet care market owing to rising dog adoption and owners opting for doorstep services for vaccination and grooming. However, the age-old battle of ‘dog vs cat’ will continue to stir up new trends in the mobile pet care market in the foreseeable future.
Mobile Pet Care Market Report Coverage
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Report Coverage
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Details
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Market Revenue in 2023
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USD 641.4 million
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Estimated Value by 2030
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USD 1,108.8 million
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Growth Rate
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Poised to grow at a CAGR of 8.1%
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Historical Data
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2018–2022
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Forecast Period
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2023–2030
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Forecast Units
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Value (USD Million/Billion)
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Report Coverage
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Revenue Forecast, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends
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Segments Covered
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By Service Type, By Animal Type, By End User
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Geographies Covered
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North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Rest of World
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Growth Drivers
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• Increasing Pet Ownership and Pet Humanization Trends
• Rise in Dual-income Households |
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Restraints & Challenges
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• Limitations of Telemedicine
• High Costs of Mobile Pet Care Services |
Market Dynamics
:The Mobile Pet Care market is driven by continuous increase in companionship among pet owners and growing awareness regarding pet wellness. Pet owners are increasingly opting for mobile pet care services as these services offer convenience of doorstep services for grooming, training, sitting, and medical consultation for pets.
Further, busy lifestyle and long working hours have compelled pet owners to rely on mobile pet care professionals for their pets' day-to-day needs.
Market Trends
:- Growing popularity of pet insurance: Increasing pet expenditure and rising awareness about preventive healthcare for pets among owners has boosted the demand for pet insurance.
- Mobile pet services offer healthcare checkups and consultations for pets at doorstep, which is covered by most pet insurance plans. This has positively impacted the growth of mobile pet care market.
Country-specific Trends:
United States
: According to a report released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, nearly 62% citizens of America are pet owners. Younger generations in the country are inclined towards individualized pet care services. Furthermore, the regional market for mobile pet care is also witnessing the growing trend of ‘pet tech’, where market players are focusing on integrating technologies into offering quality pet care services.China:
The Chinese market for mobile pet care services witness a significant growth after the Covid-19 pandemic, as people started spending more time at home with their pets. China’s pet industry is projected to witness nearly 16% y-o-y growth since it reached approximately USD 51 billion in 2021. The country is also witnessing burgeoning popularity of cats, which is expected to have a significant impact on local trends in the mobile pet care market.Hungary:
Across the European pet industry, Hungary shows the highest share of pet ownership, as nearly 50% of the local households at least one dog. People’s sentiment highlights the ease of interacting other with a dog. Growing pet ownership in the country shows an upward spiral in pet expenses especially towards veterinary costs and pet care services.Market Opportunities
:- Veterinary care segment accounts for more than 40% market share and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 9% during the forecast period. Pet owners increasingly preferring mobile veterinary services over clinic visits owing to convenience and availability on demand.
- With rising dual income households and busy lifestyles, demand for pet sitting and day care services has increased dramatically. Mobile pet care services providing pets company and relieving owner's anxiety of leaving pets alone.
Competitor Insights
- Key players in the mobile pet care market include:
- PetSmart
- Petco
- Hollywood Feed
- Pet Paradise
- Aussie Pet Mobile
- Purrfect Pet Services
- Holistic Hound
- My Pet Mobile Vet
- Dial a Dog Wash
- House Paws Mobile Vet
- Mobile Mutts
- Paw Pals Pet Sitting
- Pet Calls Mobile Veterinary
- Shelter to Sofa Mobile Grooming
- The Pooch Mobile
- Wags Mobile Pet Grooming
- Walkin' Pets by HandicappedPets.com
- Mobile Pet Vet LLC
- Vet Care Pet Clinic
- Family Veterinary Inc.
Recent Developments
:- In September 2024, Woofie’s® of Annapolis – a U.S.-based mobile pet care provider – announced that it has launched pet care services for owners of dogs, cats, and other animals in the Chesapeake Bay communities. The business will be focusing on interacting with local communities and providing 24/7 vet telehealth support through a partnership with Pet Vet Connection – a veterinary telehealth solution provider based in the U.S.
- On April 4, 2023, Petco Health and Wellness Company, Inc. announced the launch of its Clean Grooming initiative. This initiative made Petco the first national omnichannel pet retailer to offer designated Clean Grooming services and products.
Market Segmentation:
By Service Type
- Veterinary Care
- Vaccination
- Diagnostic and Imaging Tests
- Others (Physical Heath Monitoring, etc.)
- Mobile Pet Grooming
- Bathing
- Hair Trimming
- Nail Clipping
- Others (Ear Cleaning, etc.)
- Mobile Pet Daycare
- Others (Mobile Pet Training, etc.)
- Veterinary Care
By Animal Type
- Dogs
- Cats
- Birds
- Others (Fish, Horses, etc.)
By End User
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- Individual
- Commercial
By Region:
North America
:- U.S.
- Canada
Latin America
:- Brazil
- Argentina
- Mexico
- Rest of Latin America
Europe
:- Germany
- U.K.
- Spain
- France
- Italy
- Russia
- Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
:- China
- India
- Japan
- Australia
- South Korea
- ASEAN
- Rest of Asia Pacific
Middle East
:- GCC Countries
- Israel
- Rest of Middle East
Africa
:- South Africa
- North Africa
- Central Africa