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The .pet TLD is a generic top-level domain designed for pet-related businesses, organizations, and individuals. It was created to provide a clear, recognizable space on the internet for pet owners, veterinarians, shelters, breeders, pet product retailers, and animal welfare groups. Unlike brand or country-specific TLDs, .pet is open for public registration and encourages domain names that communicate trust, care, and community around pets.
Open for registration by anyone; no geographic or legal restrictions
The .pet extension is a generic top-level domain (gTLD) in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Identity Digital Limited. .pet was introduced in 2015. There are currently 25,316 domains registered under this extension. Registration prices start from USD 10.81 - 23.09. DNSSEC adoption stands at 2.8%.
Price range based on 3 registrars. Actual prices may vary.
Compare .pet domain registration and renewal prices across 3 registrars. Prices are in USD and updated daily.
| Registrar | Registration | Renewal | Transfer |
|---|---|---|---|
| porkbun Cheapest | $10.81 | $21.11 | $21.11 |
| dynadot | $10.92 | $21.62 | $21.62 |
| resellerclub | $23.09 | $28.59 | $23.09 |
Prices checked April 7, 2026. Prices exclude ICANN fees where applicable and may vary by registrar promotions or contract terms.
The .pet domain was applied for by Afilias and was delegated to the root zone on July 26, 2015. Google initially applied for .pet but withdrew its application, and Donuts withdrew its bid for .pets in a private auction, allowing Afilias to proceed. Afilias later transitioned management to Identity Digital Limited, which now operates the registry. The TLD was created under ICANN’s new gTLD program to support pet-related communities online.
The .pet TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
The .pet TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
25,316
2.8%
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .pet |
| Type | Generic TLD (gTLD) |
| Total Registrations | 25,316 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 2.8% |
| Registration Price | USD 10.81 - 23.09 |
| Renewal Price | USD 21.11 - 28.59 |
| Registry Operator | Identity Digital Limited |
| Introduced | 2015-07-16 |
| Restrictions | Open for registration by anyone; no geographic or legal restrictions |
Registration density analysis for .pet domains by character length. Currently 23,265 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
23.3K
Peak Saturation
8.1%
3-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
2.9%
Top Provider
GoDaddy
| Length | Registered | % Full | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 char | 2 | 7.7% | |
| 2 chars | 17 | 2.5% | |
| 3 chars | 1,427 | 8.1% | |
| 4 chars | 2,331 | 0.51% | |
| 5 chars | 8,338 | 0.07% | |
| 6 chars | 3,045 | <0.01% | |
| 7 chars | 2,252 | <0.01% | |
| 8 chars | 1,918 | <0.01% | |
| 9 chars | 1,417 | <0.01% | |
| 10 chars | 1,080 | <0.01% | |
| 11 chars | 824 | <0.01% | |
| 12 chars | 614 | <0.01% |
Updated daily from zone file analysis. Alpha density = registered / 26^length.
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The .pet TLD is available for registration through accredited domain registrars.
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