# Portable Pet Backpacks The Wacky Paws Knapsack Lets Consumers Bring Pets Anywhere By M | Published 2016-01-16 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pet-backpack References: [fancy](https://fancy.com/things/1067438011546867705/Wacky-Paws-Pet-Backpack?utm=timeline_featured) & [fancy](https://fancy.com/) Having a pet can make it difficult for consumers to [travel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scapade-airpack-backpack), but with accessories such as the Wacky Paws pet backpack design pet owners can bring their furry companions with them wherever they go -- even if the terrain is unsuitable for them. The backpack features a breathable mesh design to offer small pets comfort as they sit inside the knapsack and are transported to wherever the wearer takes them. The Wacky Paws Backpack is a stylish [pet carrier](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crispin-pet-travel-crate) that lets the wearer keep their hands free to use as they please. The bag features two shoulder straps along with a waist strap for added support while carrying [small dogs or cats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pet-accessories-collection). The bag also features a circular cutout for pets to stick their faces out of for easy breathing. The backpack is designed to be worn backwards or forwards. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 63% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Pets](https://www.trendhunter.com/pets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Portable Pet Backpacks:** The rise of pet accessories such as backpacks opens up new possibilities for travel with pets, creating opportunities for companies to innovate in this space. - **Hands-free Pet Carriers:** Pet carriers such as the Wacky Paws Backpack allow owners to keep their hands free, creating disruptive opportunities for the pet travel industry. - **Breathable Mesh Design:** The use of breathable mesh designs in pet backpacks can improve pet comfort during travel, and presents opportunities for innovation in pet product design. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Pet Accessories:** The increasing popularity of pet backpacks demonstrates the potential for innovation in this segment of the pet industry. - **Travel and Tourism:** The emergence of pet backpacks and other travel accessories presents opportunities for pet-friendly travel destinations and accommodations to attract more customers. - **Consumer Goods:** Pet backpacks are part of the wider consumer goods industry, and the demand for pet accessories represents potential market growth for manufacturers and retailers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Portable Pet Shelter Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/travel-habitat.md) - [Stabilized Dog Hiking Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dog-hiking-backpack.md) - [Travel-Friendly Pet Carriers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bis-pet-collection.md) - [Stylish Multi-Functional Pet Carriers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multifunctional-pet-carrier.md) - [Stool-Equipped Pet Carriers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guacal-pet-carrier.md) - [Pet-Catered First Aid Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wolf-pack.md) - [Pet-Friendly Travel Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petfriendly-carryon-suitcase.md) - [Dual-Purpose Pet Carriers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burrow-pet-carrier.md) - [Optimized Airline Travel Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-porter-backpack.md)