Veterinary Care Market Report 2026

Veterinary Care Market Overview

• Veterinary Care market size has reached to $87.77 billion in 2025 • Expected to grow to $120.89 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.5% • Growth Driver: Growth Of Veterinary Care Driven By Increasing Pet Adoption • Market Trend: Innovative Pet Care Products Shaping The Veterinary Care Market • North America was the largest region in 2025 and Asia-Pacific is the fastest growing region.

What Is Covered Under Veterinary Care Market?

Veterinary care refers to the medical and preventive healthcare services veterinarians and other trained professionals provide to animals. It encompasses a wide range of activities to ensure animals' health and well-being. Veterinary care is crucial for pets, livestock, wildlife, and other animals. This care is essential for the health of individual animals and public health, particularly when dealing with zoonotic diseases. The main product types of veterinary care are therapeutics, diagnostics. Therapeutics in veterinary care involve medical treatments used to manage and cure diseases and health conditions in animals. The various animal types include companion animals, and production animals with various types of care such as primary, emergency, critical, specialty services, and others. These are used by various end-users such as veterinary hospitals, veterinary clinics, veterinary laboratory testing services, and others.

What Is The Veterinary Care Market Growth Forecast?

The veterinary care market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $120.89 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increased adoption of telemedicine and remote monitoring, rising demand for preventive and specialty veterinary services, innovation in diagnostics and therapeutics, growing focus on livestock health and biosecurity, expansion of animal insurance and wellness programs. Major trends in the forecast period include telemedicine & remote veterinary consultations, preventive & wellness programs for animals, integration of one health approaches, advanced diagnostic imaging & laboratory services, personalized nutritional & therapeutic plans.

Global Veterinary Care Market Segmentation

1) By Product: Therapeutics, Diagnostics 2) By Animal Type: Companion Animal, Production Animal 3) By Type Of Care: Primary, Emergency, Critical, Specialty Services, Others Services 4) By End-User: Veterinary Hospitals, Veterinary Clinics, Veterinary Laboratory Testing Services, Other End-User Subsegments: 1) By Therapeutics: Anti-infective Drugs, Pain Management Medications, Vaccines, Anesthetics, Anti-inflammatory Drugs, Hormonal Therapies, Nutraceuticals And Supplements 2) By Diagnostics: In-Vitro Diagnostic Tests, Imaging Equipment (X-ray, Ultrasound, MRI), Blood Testing Kits, Fecal Analysis Kits, Rapid Test Kits, Histopathology Products, Diagnostic Imaging Software

What Is The Driver Of The Veterinary Care Market?

The increasing trend of pet adoption is expected to propel the growth of the veterinary care market going forward. Pet adoption is the process of taking responsibility for a pet from a shelter, rescue organization, or previous owner, providing them with a new, permanent home, which involves legal and ethical commitments. The increase in pet adoption can be attributed to several factors, such as social trends, urbanization, and a rise in young adults delaying parenthood. Veterinary care is crucial for pet adoption, as it provides medical treatment and preventive care to ensure the pet is healthy and addresses any immediate medical needs. For instance, in June 2025, according to the Petfood Industry, a US-based organization, U.S. households owning pets increased from 82 million in 2023 to 94 million in 2025, reflecting sustained growth in pet adoption and ownership that contributes to higher demand for veterinary services. Therefore, the increasing trend of pet adoption drives the veterinary care industry.

Key Players In The Global Veterinary Care Market

Major companies operating in the veterinary care market are Cargill Incorporated, Novartis AG, Mars Incorporated, C.H. Boehringer Sohn AG & Co. KG, The Merck Group, Zoetis Inc., Elanco Animal Health Incorporated, IDEXX Laboratories Inc., Ceva Santé Animale, Phibro Animal Health Corporation, Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC, PetVet Care Centers LLC, VetStrategy Inc., Vetoquinol, Heska Corporation, Neogen Corporation , Sequent Scientific Ltd., Animal Care Group Plc, Medivet, Hester Bioscience Limited

Global Veterinary Care Market Trends and Insights

Major companies operating in the veterinary care market are focused on developing innovative products such as pet first-aid kits to enhance the health and well-being of animals, addressing a wide range of needs from preventive care to treatment of complex medical conditions. A pet first-aid kit is a collection of essential supplies and tools designed to provide initial care for pets in case of minor injuries or emergencies before professional veterinary help can be obtained. A well-stocked first-aid kit can be crucial in handling common pet emergencies, such as cuts, burns, or choking. For instance, in August 2023, MySimplePetLab., a US-based company that provides pet care from home or in the clinic, launched the first aid care dog kit in Target stores. This kit is designed to provide immediate relief for wounds, cuts, and minor injuries, making it an essential item for pet owners at home and while traveling. The kit includes necessary items such as a vet-approved care guide, wound cleansing, wound shield, bleed-stop powder, antiseptic wipes, antibiotic ointments, gauze pads, an instant cold pack, and more.

What Are Latest Mergers And Acquisitions In The Veterinary Care Market?

In October 2023, EQT AB, a Sweden-based private equity firm, acquired VetPartners Group Limited for $ 0.940 billion. With this acquisition, EQT AB aims to enhance its portfolio in the veterinary sector and make significant investments in innovation, technology, and diagnostic tools. VetPartners Group Limited is an Australia-based company that provides veterinary care services.

Regional Outlook

North America was the largest region in the veterinary care market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in this market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in this market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain

What Defines the Veterinary Care Market?

The veterinary care market includes revenues earned by entities by spaying and neutering, grooming services, and routine check-ups. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

How is Market Value Defined and Measured?

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified). The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.