Veterinary education encompasses the formal training and instruction given to individuals aiming for careers in veterinary medicine, concentrating on animal health, treatment, and care. This education combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills required for diagnosing, treating, and preventing diseases across various animal species.
Veterinary education covers several key specialties, including veterinary surgery, veterinary medicine, veterinary nursing, and animal grooming. Veterinary surgery focuses on performing surgical procedures to address injuries, diseases, or conditions in animals, ranging from routine spaying and neutering to advanced orthopedic surgeries. The educational offerings include graduate programs, post-graduate courses, and standalone courses. These courses are delivered through various modes, such as in-person classes and e-learning, and are provided by both public and private institutions to cater to new students and practicing veterinarians.
Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.
The sharp rise in U.S. tariffs and the ensuing trade tensions in spring 2025 are taking a toll on the professional services sector, especially within legal, consulting, architectural, and engineering fields. Increased duties on imported technology, software, office hardware, and digital infrastructure have pushed up operational costs for firms that rely on global systems and resources. Cross-border consulting engagements are experiencing delays and higher expenses due to elevated travel costs and limited access to international data and tools. Moreover, industries heavily impacted by tariffs such as manufacturing, construction, and logistics are reducing their reliance on outsourced services, dampening demand for professional support. In response, service providers are reassessing pricing models, strengthening ties with domestic vendors, and accelerating the adoption of AI and automation to maintain profitability and client satisfaction in an increasingly volatile environment.
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The veterinary education market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.89 billion in 2024 to $3.1 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing pet ownership and companion animal care demands, growing awareness of animal health and welfare, expansion of veterinary practices and clinics, rising investment in veterinary research and education, and enhanced funding and grants for veterinary programs.
The veterinary education market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $4.02 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing pet ownership and companion animal care demands, growing awareness of animal health and welfare, expansion of veterinary practices and clinics, rising investment in veterinary research and education, and enhanced funding and grants for veterinary programs. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for specialized veterinary services, growth in animal health expenditures, expansion of online and distance learning platforms, rising focus on veterinary public health and zoonotic diseases, and rising integration of AI and data analytics in veterinary education.
The forecast of 6.7% growth over the next five years reflects a modest reduction of 0.2% from the previous estimate for this market. This reduction is primarily due to the impact of tariffs between the US and other countries. The imposition of tariffs could strain U.S. vet schools by increasing costs for digital anatomy simulators and surgical training equipment imported from Japan and South Korea, potentially limiting hands-on learning while raising educational expenses. The effect will also be felt more widely due to reciprocal tariffs and the negative effect on the global economy and trade due to increased trade tensions and restrictions.
The growing demand for animal grooming services is anticipated to drive the expansion of the veterinary education market. Animal grooming includes various treatments and care routines such as bathing, brushing, trimming, and nail clipping, all aimed at maintaining pets' health, hygiene, and appearance. This increase in demand is fueled by higher pet ownership rates, a rising focus on pet health and wellness, and a greater awareness of the aesthetic and hygiene needs of pets. Veterinary education supports this trend by equipping professionals with advanced knowledge and skills to better understand pet health, recognize grooming-related health issues, and ensure overall animal well-being. For example, the American Pet Products Association reported that spending on pet grooming, dog walking, and boarding rose to $12.3 billion in 2023, up from $11.4 billion in 2022. This surge in demand for grooming services is contributing to the growth of the veterinary education market.
Leading companies in the veterinary education market are focusing on creating new academies, such as the Veterinary Educators Academy, to expand training capabilities and improve the skills of veterinary professionals. The Veterinary Educators Academy is a professional development initiative aimed at enhancing the teaching abilities of veterinary faculty by promoting innovative education strategies and effective teaching methods to improve learning outcomes in veterinary education. For example, in June 2022, Cornell University, a U.S.-based research institution, launched the Cornell Veterinary Educators Academy (CVEA). The academy focuses on advancing veterinary education by offering a Fellows program, which helps build a professional network of faculty members with shared interests and goals in veterinary education.
In October 2023, EQT AB, a private equity firm based in Sweden, acquired VetPartners for $1.4 billion. This acquisition allows EQT to expand its global presence in veterinary care by integrating VetPartners, a leading provider in the Asia-Pacific region, into its portfolio. EQT plans to use this investment to boost VetPartners' diagnostic capabilities, technology, and overall growth, aiming to deliver high-quality healthcare for pets. VetPartners, based in the UK, specializes in animal care training and education services.
Major companies operating in the veterinary education market are IDEXX Laboratories Inc., Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, The University of Edinburgh - Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, University of Kansas College of Veterinary Medicine, Banfield Pet Hospital LLC, MedVet Medical & Cancer Centers for Pets, The University of Sydney - Faculty of Veterinary Science, St. George's University School of Veterinary Medicine, University of California Davis - School of Veterinary Medicine, Patterson Veterinary University, Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, VetPartners Limited, The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine, University of Glasgow - School of Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Information Network (VIN), The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS), North American Veterinary Community (NAVC), University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine, Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine, VetEducation.com.au, VetPrep, VetMedTeam
North America was the largest region in the veterinary education market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the veterinary education market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the veterinary education market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The veterinary education market includes revenues earned by entities by providing services such as continuing education courses, professional training programs, workshops, seminars, and online learning platforms. 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.
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.
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The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.
The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market.
The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include:
The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the technological advancements such as AI and automation, Russia-Ukraine war, trade tariffs (government-imposed import/export duties), elevated inflation and interest rates.
Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth.
The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
The trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it emerges from the crisis and suggests how companies can grow as the market recovers.
Scope
Markets Covered:1) By Specialty: Veterinary Surgery; Veterinary Medicine; Veterinary Nursing; Animal Grooming; Other Specialties
2) By Course: Graduate Courses; Post-Graduate Courses; Standalone Courses
3) By Delivery Mode: Classroom-Based Courses; E-Learning
4) By Institution: Public; Private
5) By End Customer: New Students; Veterinarians
Subsegments:
1) Veterinary Surgery: Soft Tissue Surgery; Orthopedic Surgery; Emergency And Critical Care Surgery; Surgical Oncology; Minimally Invasive Surgery
2) Veterinary Medicine: Internal Medicine; Preventive Medicine; Emergency Medicine; Exotic Animal Medicine; Preventive Care And Public Health
4) Animal Grooming: Basic Grooming Techniques; Advanced Grooming Techniques; Canine And Feline Grooming; Grooming Business Management; Certification Programs
5) Other Specialties: Animal Behavior And Training; Veterinary Pathology; Animal Nutrition; Wildlife And Conservation Medicine; Equine Studies
Companies Mentioned: IDEXX Laboratories Inc.; Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences; The University of Edinburgh - Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies; University of Kansas College of Veterinary Medicine; Banfield Pet Hospital LLC; MedVet Medical & Cancer Centers for Pets; The University of Sydney - Faculty of Veterinary Science; St. George's University School of Veterinary Medicine; University of California Davis - School of Veterinary Medicine; Patterson Veterinary University; Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine; VetPartners Limited; The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine; University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine; University of Glasgow - School of Veterinary Medicine; Veterinary Information Network (VIN); The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS); North American Veterinary Community (NAVC); University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine; Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine; University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine; University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine; VetEducation.com.au; VetPrep; VetMedTeam
Regions: Asia-Pacific; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,
Data Segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
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Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary
2. Veterinary Education Market Characteristics
3. Veterinary Education Market Trends And Strategies
4. Veterinary Education Market - Macro Economic Scenario Macro Economic Scenario Including The Impact Of Interest Rates, Inflation, Geopolitics, Trade Wars and Tariffs, And Covid And Recovery On The Market
4.1. Supply Chain Impact from Tariff War & Trade Protectionism
5. Global Veterinary Education Growth Analysis And Strategic Analysis Framework
5.1. Global Veterinary Education PESTEL Analysis (Political, Social, Technological, Environmental and Legal Factors, Drivers and Restraints)
5.2. Analysis Of End Use Industries
5.3. Global Veterinary Education Market Growth Rate Analysis
5.4. Global Veterinary Education Historic Market Size and Growth, 2019 - 2024, Value ($ Billion)
5.5. Global Veterinary Education Forecast Market Size and Growth, 2024 - 2029, 2034F, Value ($ Billion)
5.6. Global Veterinary Education Total Addressable Market (TAM)
6. Veterinary Education Market Segmentation
6.1. Global Veterinary Education Market, Segmentation By Specialty, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Veterinary Surgery
Veterinary Medicine
Veterinary Nursing
Animal Grooming
Other Specialties
6.2. Global Veterinary Education Market, Segmentation By Course, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Graduate Courses
Post-Graduate Courses
Standalone Courses
6.3. Global Veterinary Education Market, Segmentation By Delivery Mode, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Classroom-Based Courses
E-Learning
6.4. Global Veterinary Education Market, Segmentation By Institution, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Public
Private
6.5. Global Veterinary Education Market, Segmentation By End Customer, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
New Students
Veterinarians
6.6. Global Veterinary Education Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Veterinary Surgery, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Soft Tissue Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
Emergency And Critical Care Surgery
Surgical Oncology
Minimally Invasive Surgery
6.7. Global Veterinary Education Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Veterinary Medicine, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Internal Medicine
Preventive Medicine
Emergency Medicine
Exotic Animal Medicine
Preventive Care And Public Health
6.8. Global Veterinary Education Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Veterinary Nursing, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Veterinary Technician Training
Veterinary Assistant Programs
Specialty Certifications
Continuing Education For Veterinary Nurses
6.9. Global Veterinary Education Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Animal Grooming, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Basic Grooming Techniques
Advanced Grooming Techniques
Canine And Feline Grooming
Grooming Business Management
Certification Programs
6.10. Global Veterinary Education Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Other Specialties, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Animal Behavior And Training
Veterinary Pathology
Animal Nutrition
Wildlife And Conservation Medicine
Equine Studies
7. Veterinary Education Market Regional And Country Analysis
7.1. Global Veterinary Education Market, Split By Region, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
7.2. Global Veterinary Education Market, Split By Country, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion