Cat Services Market Size, Share & Industry Analysis, By Services (Boarding/Hostel, Grooming, Training, and Others), By Consultation (Online Consultation and Offline Consultation), and Regional Forecast, 2025-2032

The global cat services market size was valued at USD 15.93 billion in 2024. The market is expected to grow from USD 16.75 billion in 2025 to USD 24.47 billion by 2032, exhibiting a CAGR of 5.57% during the forecast period (2025-2032). North America dominated the cat services market with a market share of 35.09% in 2024.

A cat service encompasses diverse offerings, including cat boarding, cat sitting, walking, training, grooming, and veterinary care. These services help maintain a cat’s health by removing dirt, fleas, debris, and other parasites from their fur. Increasing consumer awareness of pet grooming services and pet insurance services, especially in developing countries, drives the growth of the global cat services market.

Leading providers of cat services, such as Pet Paradise, Pet Resorts Australia, Pet Palace Resort, and Woofie's Pet Ventures, LLC., focus on providing personalized nutrition and healthcare solutions, along with convenience and luxury services, to remain competitive in the market.

MARKET DYNAMICS

Market Drivers

Increasing Adoption of Cats to Boost Market Growth

The adoption of cats is growing, owing to their suitability for small living spaces, lower maintenance needs, and rising awareness among individuals toward animal welfare. Furthermore, the increasing individual awareness regarding animal welfare issues and a rising preference for adopting cats from shelters and rescue organizations over purchasing from breeders further drive global market growth. According to the European Pet Food Industry Federation (FEDIAF), the cat population in Europe was 127 million in 2022 and 113 million in 2021. Furthermore, the increasing consumer awareness toward online pet adoption portals such as Petfinder, Petsetu, and Juspets fuels the demand for cat services across regions.

MARKET RESTRAINTS

Limited Availability of Skilled Labor Force to Restrain Market Growth

The limited availability of skilled pet groomers poses a major challenge to the availability and quality of grooming services, especially in developing countries such as China, India, Thailand, and Vietnam. Furthermore, inefficient skilled labor leads to poor-quality services and reduces productivity, affecting consumer loyalty and satisfaction. The shortage of professional pet groomers damages the reputation of pet service providers, making it harder to retain and attract clients. The less skilled force hinders the expansion of the pet service business in other countries, further restricting the growth of the global cat services market.

MARKET OPPORTUNITIES

Increasing Technology Advancements to Favor Market Expansion

Rising adoption of modern technologies such as mobile apps & online booking systems, automated pet feeders & smart devices, pet surveillance & live streaming, and AI-powered health monitoring by cat service providers drives global market growth. Furthermore, the wearable technology for pets, such as cats and dogs, is significantly growing as it offers real-time tracking of vital signs such as activity levels, respiratory rate, heart rate, and sleep patterns. These devices make pet parents aware of the potential health issues, facilitate timely veterinary interventions, and promote preventive care. In addition, the availability of mobile apps and online platforms allows cat owners to book appointments, track their cats' grooming history, and receive reminders, which further reduces the administrative tasks for groomers. Thus, the rising adoption of advanced technology by pet services companies for improving efficiency and customer experience boosts global market growth.

CAT SERVICES MARKET TRENDS

Surging Trend of Social Media Advertisement by Pet Groomers to Boost Market Growth

Increasing adoption of social media advertisement by the cat service industry, owing to its ability to connect businesses with a large pet owners, build brand loyalty, and drive traffic to online stores and physical locations, drives the global cat services market growth. Furthermore, social media platforms allow pet service businesses to particularly target pet owners based on interests, demographics, and behaviors, which makes marketing efforts more effective and efficient. Thus, the rising adoption of social media marketing by pet groomers accelerates market growth.

SEGMENTATION ANALYSIS

By Services

Boarding/Hostel Segment to Dominate Market, Owing to Rising Working Population Globally

Based on services, the market is segmented into boarding/hostel, grooming, training, and others. The boarding/hostel segment is expected to dominate the global market during the forecast period. Increasing working population and long working hours boost the demand for pet-friendly accommodations, driving the segment's growth. According to the India Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF), employment in India increased from 47.15 crores in 2014-15 to 36% to 64.33 crores in 2023-24.

The grooming segment is expected to record the highest CAGR over the forecast period. Increasing adoption of pet types such as cats, dogs, and rabbits in both developed and developing countries, along with growing awareness regarding pet hygiene and health, boosts the segment's growth. Furthermore, the increased spending on pet care and the rising adoption of advanced grooming tools such as advanced dryers and automatic nail trimmers by pet service providers fuel the segment’s growth and also the pet market size.

By Consultation

Offline Consultation Segment Leads Market, Owing to Increasing Cat Ownership

Based on consultation, the market is bifurcated into online consultation and offline consultation. The offline consultation segment holds the highest global cat services market share, owing to increasing cat ownership, rising awareness of cat health, and the surging consumer desire for personalized cat care. Furthermore, the increasing trend of treating pets as family members has fueled consumer spending on premium pet products and services, which further drives the segment’s growth.

The online consultation segment is anticipated to record the highest CAGR over the forecast period. Online platforms provide 24/7 access to veterinary professionals, which allows pet owners to seek expert advice at any time, irrespective of clinic hours or locations. Furthermore, the online consultations are cost-effective, convenient, and accessible, which further drives the segment’s growth.

GLOBAL CAT SERVICES MARKET REGIONAL OUTLOOK

Geographically, the global cat services market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, and the Middle East & Africa.

North America

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North America dominates the global market, driven by the increasing pet population, rising humanization of pets, and the surging remote work and flexible schedules. Furthermore, the rising rate of pet adoption among millennials in the U.S. and Canada drives the global market growth. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, cats have become more prevalent in recent years in the U.S. The percentage of households that own at least one cat in the U.S. increased to 29% in 2022.

Rising adoption of pets such as dogs, cats, fish, and rabbits in the U.S., owing to factors such as companionship and affordability, boosts market growth. According to the American Pet Products Association (APPA), 89.6 million families in the U.S. owned a pet in 2023, which is up from 56% of U.S. households in 1988.         

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Europe

Rising pet ownership in countries such as Germany, the U.K., France, and Russia, along with the surging trend of treating pets as family members, results in increasing consumer spending on their overall health and well-being. According to the European Pet Food Industry, in 2021, at least 90 million European households had at least one pet, of which cats are the most popular pets in European households. Russia has the highest number of cats and dogs, around 40.5 million, followed by Germany and France.

Asia Pacific

Asia Pacific is anticipated to grow with the highest CAGR over the forecast period. Rising disposable income, a growing working population, and surging urbanization are the factors that enhance cat adoption and boost the pet services market growth in Asia Pacific. According to the India Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF), India's per capita disposable income was USD 2.54 thousand in 2023 and is anticipated to reach USD 4.32 thousand by 2029.

South America and Middle East & Africa

The cat services market in South America and the Middle East & Africa is anticipated to increase with a substantial CAGR over the forecast period. The increasing social media advertisements on platforms such as Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, and Instagram by pet service providers and the rising trend of social media influencers result in engaging a large number of pet owners, driving the global pet services market growth. Furthermore, the increasing number of omnichannel sales and marketing activities by manufacturers operating in the region further boosts product sales.

COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

Key Industry Players

Prominent Market Players Focus on Adopting Latest Technology and Geographic Expansion to Strengthen Their Presence

Increasing competition among leading cat service companies such as Pet Paradise, Grand Union Pets, Pet Resorts Australia, and Wag Hotel is encouraging companies to focus on their solid brand loyalty and increase product & service awareness to stay competitive. In addition, the rising company’s spending on adopting the latest technology, along with its rising spending on digital advertisement and promotion for improving consumer awareness about various grooming services, is expanding the customer base. Key players in the market are focusing on enhancing their brand reach by increasing physical and digital presence across the regions to stay competitive in the global market.

LIST OF KEY CAT SERVICE COMPANIES PROFILED

• Pet Paradise (U.S.)
• Pet Resorts Australia (Australia)
• Wag Hotels (U.S.)
• Paws&Collars (India)
• CVS (UK) Limited (U.K.)
• PetSmart LLC (U.S.)
• Woofie's Pet Ventures, LLC. (U.S.)
• Pet Palace Resort (U.S.)sss
• Alta Pet Center (U.S.)
• Grand Union Pets (U.K.)

KEY INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENTS

• October 2024 – Walmart, a U.S.-based retail corporation, launched the new pet care service centers in Georgia and Arizona. According to the company, the launch would help in providing affordable veterinary care services, grooming services, and others.
• May 2023 - Pet Paradise, a U.S.-based company, launched its new pet care service resorts in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, U.S. The new pet care service would provide services such as professional grooming and Veterinary Care services to pets.
• April 2022: Pet Paradise, a U.S.-based company, launched its new pet resort and veterinary clinic in Odessa. The expansion will likely help the company in enhancing its consumer reach.
• February 2022 - Petco, the Health + Wellness Co., a U.S.-based company, announced a partnership with Rover.com to provide access to a variety of services on Rover, such as boarding, doggy daycare, grooming, drop-in visits, and others.
• November 2021: Flying Fur Private Limited, an India-based pet grooming service company, launched its first grooming van in Mumbai. According to the company, the moving van will provide a variety of services such as haircuts, bathing & drying, and nail clipping.

REPORT COVERAGE

The car services market report provides a detailed market analysis and focuses on key aspects, such as competition landscape, supply chain, companies’ market share, market dynamics, regional analysis, services, and consultation. Besides this, it offers insights into various global cat services market trends and highlights key industry developments. In addition to the above-mentioned factors, the global cat services market analysis encompasses several other factors that have contributed to the growth of the market in recent years.

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