Demand for Pet Travel High as Survey Reveals Boomers' Basic Needs

AUSTIN, Texas - August 18, 2010:  A new survey of 1,049 consumers aged 45 to 65, released by MainStay Investments on August 5th, found a majority of baby boomers named pet care and travel as basic needs, not luxury items.  Pet travel company PetRelocation.com, which grew by 375% from 2005 to 2008, is recording its best year on record as the company continues to expand to meet the growing needs of the pet travel market.

 "This survey confirmed the uptrend of pet travel within a demographic responsible for more than half of all consumer spending," said Kevin O'Brien, CEO and co-founder of PetRelocation.com.  "When it comes time for baby boomers to travel, particularly when moving for a new job or to a new home, taking their pets is non-negotiable."

An October 2009 survey of PetRelocation.com customers found that, if faced with accepting their dream job in a new city but not being able to relocate their pet, 62% percent would turn down the position.

About PetRelocation.com

PetRelocation.com, the pet travel industry's leading pet transport service provider, offers full-service arrangements using pet friendly airlines for domestic and international pet flights.  Founded in 2004 in Austin, Texas, PetRelocation.com is a 2010 Inc. 500|5000 finalist as one of the fastest-growing, privately-owned companies in America. For more information, please visit http://www.PetRelocation.com.

Media Contact: Rachel Farris, Rachel@PetRelocation.com / +1-512-264-9800 x124

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