# Alternative At-Home Animal Accomodations Pet-Sitter Service Holidog Provides a Kennel Alternative By Alyson Wyers | Published 2014-04-28 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petsitter-service References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2014/04/dog-airbnb-kennel.html) & [us.holidog](http://us.holidog.com) If you're looking for a home away from home for your pet while you are on vacation, you'll be barking up the right tree with pet-sitter service Holidog. This company is bringing the peer-to-peer [Airbnb](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airbnb-1) breed of business to the the world of [pet accommodations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/very-important-pets). Holidog allows you to find a [host family nearby](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/homestays-with-kids) to take in your dog or cat when you go on holiday. To use, just input your location and trip dates and Holidog will provide you with a list of available families close to home that have all been vetted by the pet-sitter service. These pet-sitters will either be able to take in your furry family member into their own homes or house-sit for you and take care of your pet. Pet owners cans also read reviews and chat with pet-sitters prior to. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Peer-to-peer Pet Accommodations:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a platform that connects pet owners with nearby hosts who can provide accommodation for their pets while they are on vacation, similar to Holidog but with added features. - **Vetted Pet-sitter Services:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a service that thoroughly vets and verifies pet-sitters to ensure the safety and well-being of pets, providing peace of mind for pet owners. - **Digital Reviews and Communication for Pet-sitters:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Build a platform that allows pet owners to easily access reviews and communicate directly with potential pet-sitters, streamlining the process of finding reliable pet care. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Peer-to-peer Accommodation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Apply the peer-to-peer model to other industries, such as travel accommodations or car rentals, to provide more choices and personalized experiences for consumers. - **Pet Care Services:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop technology-enabled pet-care services that combine convenience, quality, and affordability, revolutionizing the pet care industry. - **Reviews and Communication Platforms:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create digital platforms that facilitate transparent communication and reviews for various service industries, helping consumers make informed decisions and promoting trust. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Festive Pet Streaming Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-for-the-pawlidays.md) - [Pet Services Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petsetlife.md) - [Overnight Canine Daycares](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doggie-daycare.md) - [Pet-Focused Travel Concierges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bark-air.md) - [Local Care Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kidsit.md) - [Pet-Friendly Travel Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pet-friendly-travel.md) - [Pet-and-Owner Salons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/short-bark-and-sides.md) - [Traveler-Focused Pet Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mars-3.md) - [Pet-Inspired Hotel Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vip-very-important-pet.md)