The global veterinary vaccines market size reached USD 14.7 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 29.6 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 7.71% during 2025-2033. The market is driven primarily because of the growing focus on veterinary healthcare, need for livestock insurance and the launch of new veterinary vaccinations. At present, North America dominates the market because of the rising number of pet parents, advanced veterinary healthcare infrastructure, and significant livestock industry.
Veterinary vaccines represent bio-prepared immunizations that are administered to domestic animals or wild species through parenteral and oral routes to stimulate protective immune responses without causing the disease itself. They involve inactivated, live attenuated and recombinant vaccines as some common medications. These inoculations aid in reducing animal suffering, enhancing immune efficiency, and preventing the risk of developing and transmitting various contagious zoonotic diseases.
Veterinary Vaccines Market Trends:
Growing focus on veterinary healthcare
According to the IMARC Group's report, the global veterinary healthcare market reached USD 43.3 Billion in 2023. As more individuals are becoming pet parents, there is a greater emphasis on their well-being, resulting in increased veterinary appointments and preventive treatment. Vaccinations are an important aspect of keeping pets healthy, which is driving the demand for veterinary vaccinations. The growing awareness among the masses about the necessity of preventing animal diseases rather than simply treating them is offering a favorable veterinary vaccines market outlook. Vaccination is a very efficient preventive measure, making it an essential component of veterinary healthcare regimens for both companion animals and cattle. Pet parents and livestock producers are willing to pay more on healthcare, including vaccines, to prevent diseases that could harm animal health and productivity. This tendency is catalyzing the demand for a wide variety of immunizations, particularly as veterinary services become more accessible.
Increasing demand for livestock insurance
The IMARC Group's report shows that the global livestock insurance market reached USD 3.6 Billion in 2023. Many livestock insurance policies demand vaccinations against common diseases as a condition of coverage. Insured farmers and livestock owners are incentivized to vaccinate their animals to meet policy obligations, which is positively influencing the veterinary vaccines market share. Livestock insurance is generally used to reduce the financial risks connected with livestock loss caused by disease, accidents, or natural catastrophes. Farmers who vaccinate their animals lessen the chance of disease outbreaks, making their livestock more insurable and lowering the possibility of claims. This encourages regular vaccinations, which increases vaccine demand.
New launches
New veterinary vaccinations are being produced to combat developing diseases and newly discovered pathogens impacting animals. As outbreaks of previously unknown or developing illnesses are arising, the demand for novel vaccines is rising, thereby propelling veterinary vaccines market growth. Next-generation vaccines, such as recombinant, DNA, and vector-based vaccinations, improve the efficacy and safety of disease prevention in animals. These new vaccines are frequently more effective, have fewer side effects, and give longer-lasting protection, making them more appealing to physicians and pet owners. New releases frequently feature vaccines that cover many diseases or strains in a single shot, making life easier for vets and owners.
Key Market Segmentation:
Breakup by Vaccine Type:
Livestock Vaccines
Bovine Vaccines
Poultry Vaccines
Porcine Vaccines
Others
Companion Animal Vaccines
Canine Vaccines
Feline Vaccines
Equine Vaccines
Breakup by Technology:
Attenuated Live Vaccines
Inactivated Vaccines
Toxoid Vaccines
Recombinant Vaccines
Others
Breakup by Route of Administration:
Subcutaneous
Intramuscular
Intranasal
Breakup by Distribution Channel:
Veterinary Hospitals
Veterinary Clinics
Pharmacies and Drug Stores
Others
Breakup by Region:
North America
United States
Canada
Asia-Pacific
China
Japan
India
South Korea
Australia
Indonesia
Others
Europe
Germany
France
United Kingdom
Italy
Spain
Russia
Others
Latin America
Brazil
Mexico
Others
Middle East and Africa
Competitive Landscape:
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape in the global veterinary vaccines market. Detailed profiles of all major companies have also been provided. Some of the companies covered include:
Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbH
Ceva Sante Animale
Elanco Animal Health Incorporated
Hester Biosciences Limited
HIPRA
Indian Immunologicals Limited
Merck & Co. Inc.
Neogen Corporation
Phibro Animal Health Corporation
Virbac SA
Zoetis Inc.
Key Questions Answered in This Report:
How has the global veterinary vaccines market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the global veterinary vaccines market?
What are the key regional markets?
What is the breakup of the market based on the vaccine type?
What is the breakup of the market based on the technology?
What is the breakup of the market based on the route of administration?
What is the breakup of the market based on the distribution channel?
What are the various stages in the value chain of the industry?
What are the key driving factors and challenges in the industry?
What is the structure of the global veterinary vaccines market and who are the key players?
What is the degree of competition in the industry?