Veterinary Disposables Global Market Report 2024

The veterinary disposables market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $0.43 billion in 2023 to $0.49 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.4%. The growth in the historical period can be credited to the adoption of environmentally conscious solutions, improvements in veterinary facilities, an increase in pet ownership, the expansion of veterinary healthcare, and the adoption of e-commerce.

The veterinary disposables market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $0.82 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.6%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be ascribed to the rising awareness of veterinary care, global market expansion, the incorporation of digital health solutions, a focus on environmental sustainability, and the development of specialized products. Major trends in the forecast period include a shift towards sustainable solutions, an increase in pet ownership, advancements in veterinary medicine, a preference for single-use products, and specialized product development.

The projected expansion of the veterinary disposables market is expected to be influenced by the increasing trend of pet ownership. Pet ownership involves the responsibility of owning and tending to a domesticated animal, including meeting its needs for food, water, shelter, healthcare, and companionship. The market growth is facilitated by the rising adoption of pets, leading to increased demand for advanced veterinary equipment and disposables, ultimately enhancing the effectiveness and safety of these products. For example, in 2021, Chewy, Inc., an online retailer of pet products in the US, reported approximately 977,202 pet adoptions, marking the highest adoption rate of 61% in the past six years. Consequently, the surge in pet ownership contributes to the positive trajectory of the veterinary disposables market.

The burgeoning population of livestock is anticipated to be a driving force behind the growth of the veterinary disposables market. Livestock population refers to the overall count of domesticated animals raised in agricultural settings for commercial purposes. Veterinary disposables, such as syringes and needles, play a crucial role in animal production by facilitating vaccination. These disposables are essential for the safe and efficient administration of vaccines to livestock, contributing to disease prevention and overall improvement in animal health. For instance, as of September 2021, the United States Department of Agriculture reported an expected increase of 1.2 million head in India's national herd of cattle, reaching a total of 306.7 million animals. Hence, the rising population of livestock propels the veterinary disposables market forward.

During the historic period, the scarcity of veterinarians in underdeveloped and developing countries acted as a constraint on the growth of the veterinary disposables market. Access to veterinary healthcare is notably limited in many developing nations compared to their developed counterparts, even as the burden of animal diseases remains high. As an example, in February 2022, The New Zealand Veterinary Association disclosed a shortage of approximately 100 veterinarians nationwide, exacerbated during active calving and lambing seasons. Australia, facing a similar shortage, granted exceptions for around 800 foreign veterinarians to address the gaps and support the local workforce. The insufficient availability of veterinary care in rural areas hampers the number of animal procedures involving disposables, presenting a challenge to the veterinary disposables market.

Prominent players in the veterinary disposables market are strategically focusing on the introduction of innovative solutions to establish a competitive advantage. Innovative solutions encompass products or services designed to enhance animal health outcomes, improve operational efficiency, and reduce costs. For example, in June 2023, IDEXX Laboratories Inc., a US-based pet healthcare company, unveiled IDEXX Cystatin B, its inaugural veterinary diagnostic test crafted for detecting kidney injury in cats and dogs. This test, known as the IDEXX Cystatin B Test, offers a straightforward urine-based approach to identify kidney injury, providing valuable insights even when clinical signs may not be immediately apparent, and offering additional information beyond changes in functional markers such as SDMA and creatinine.

Companies within the veterinary disposables sector are increasingly investing in mergers and acquisitions with peers to drive advancements in product offerings. To navigate the intensifying competition within the veterinary disposables market, companies are expanding their presence into new geographical areas and fostering innovation through collaborative efforts with other entities, often achieved through acquisitions and mergers. As an illustration, in September 2021, Vernacare, a UK-based infection prevention company, completed the acquisition of Robinson Healthcare for an undisclosed sum. This strategic move aims to leverage Vernacare's global reach to further enhance Robinson Healthcare's growth and realize shared ambitions. Robinson Healthcare specializes in manufacturing animal first aid, wound care, and absorbent products tailored for veterinary use.


Major companies operating in the veterinary disposables market report are Cardinalhealth Inc., Pfizer Inc., Abbott Laboratories, Medtronic PLC, Becton Dickinson and Company, Henry Schein Inc., B. Braun Melsungen AG, Covetrus Inc., Mindray Medical International Limited, Smiths Group PLC, IDEXX Laboratories Inc., Varian Medical Systems Inc., Midmark Corporation, Heska Corporation, Abaxis Inc., Nonin Medical Inc., Digicare Biomedical Technology Inc., ACON Laboratories Inc., Jorgensen Laboratories Inc., DRE Veterinary Inc., Vetland Medical Sales and Services, Zomedica Pharmaceuticals Corp., Synedgen Inc., Patterson Companies Inc., Piavita AG, TriviumVet Inc., ITL Biomedical Ltd., Central Biomedia Inc., Vetronic Services Ltd., Optomed Oyj, Dextronix Inc.

North America was the largest region in the veterinary disposables market in 2023. Asia-Pacific was the second-largest region in the global veterinary disposables market analysis. The regions covered in the veterinary disposables market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the veterinary disposables market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The primary categories of veterinary disposables include critical care consumables, wound management consumables, fluid administration and therapy consumables, airway management consumables, gastroenterology consumables, needles, and other types. Gastroenterology consumables specifically address diseases of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, colon, rectum, pancreas, gallbladder, bile ducts, and liver in animals. These products cater to a diverse range of animals, including small and large animals, and are widely available in veterinary clinics, hospitals, research institutes, and other end-user settings.

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The veterinary disposables market consists of sales of bandages, lab instruments, examination and surgical gloves, catheters, and urinary bags. Values in this market are factory gate values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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.