The doggies have become family members in its own right, and it becomes inconceivable for many French people to go on vacation without them. This is what a Rover survey reveals in June 2025 reveals to 1000 “Dog Parents”. For half of them, their animal is a determining factor in the travel decision. Indeed, 58% favor only destinations where they can take their four -legged companion, even if it means giving up holiday abroad which attracts 68% of French people.
This importance given to dogs is sometimes reflected in more extreme choices. This is why 60% of masters adjust the duration and the place of their holidays according to their doggie and that 50% even prefer to opt for a holiday at home to avoid separation. 26% of French people even experienced their holidays to return earlier to their faithful friend, testifying to the difficulty of separation.
It is therefore surprising that the holidays “Dog Friendly” gain popularity with the French. In the past twelve months, 78% of them left with their best friend, 41% several times. And contrary to popular belief, it is not only the small hair balls that travel (42%), since 41% of big doggies (10 to 25 kg and more) also left on vacation with their masters this year.
But then, what are the destinations most popular with the “Parents Dog” of France? Unsurprisingly, the seaside comes to the top of the favorite destinations (41%) and seduces both four -legged companions and their masters. Next come the campaign, offering a large bowl of air (39%), and the mountain, ideal for rejuvenating holidays (17%).
Logistical challenges but solutions
Although the choice of destination is a determining factor, the organization of the stay is often a real challenge. Finding accommodation accepting animals is the main obstacle for a third party of “Dog Parents”, followed by transport -related concerns (27%). To reduce the stress of the trip, 91% of French people opt for the car, because it allows them to take breaks adapted to the needs of their four -legged companion, an essential element for 65% of them.
However, logistical challenges are not the only obstacles. Indeed, 15% of masters fear the stress or behavior of their animal during the stay, for fear that it will come to disturb their holidays.
And budget side? Canine owners are ready to get their hands on the wallet when it comes to taking their animal on a trip. Indeed, 20% are willing to spend up to 100 euros more to leave with it, and some (11%) do not hesitate to increase their budget by around 150 euros to guarantee the comfort of their companion.
Unfortunately, tourist destinations are not yet up to the expectations of “Dog Parents”. Indeed, 76% of them have already had to go on vacation without their faithful companion and 78% consider vacation places not enough for doggies, which complicates their vacation experience. They are even 82% to admit that they had to give up certain activities during their vacation so as not to leave their best friend alone.
This situation reveals a French tourism market still insufficiently adapted to the needs of masters, despite growing demand and budgets that families are ready to devote to it. A major issue for the tourism industry that could seduce a faithful and expanding clientele.