It is estimated that over 25% of the world's population travels with pets and according to the Airline Transportation Association, more than 500,000 animals fly each year. In fact, travelling with pets is becoming more and more popular. Consider these statistics.
Fun Facts about People Travelling with their Pets:
- 19% of dog owners take their pet with them when traveling (American Pet Products Manufacturers Association, National pet owners Survey)
- 67% of pet owners travel with their pet (American Animal Hospital Association)
- 42% of pet owners have traveled out of state with their pet (American Animal Hospital Association)
- Dogs are the most common pet to take on trips (80%), followed by cats, birds, rabbits or fish (USA Today, May 9, 2006)


