Animal Wound Care Market – By Product, By Animal Type, By End Use - Global Forecast, 2025 - 2034

Animal Wound Care Market Size

The global animal wound care market was valued at USD 1.4 billion in 2024. The market is expected to grow from USD 1.5 billion in 2025 to USD 2.6 billion in 2034, growing at a CAGR of 6.5% during the forecast period. The market is experiencing considerable growth driven by increasing animal population globally, high adoption of pet animals for companionship, surge in pet injuries, surgeries, and chronic conditions, and rising expenditure on veterinary care.
 

A key growth driver of the market is an increase in the pets' population, as well as the emerging trend of pet humanization. There has been a noticeable increase in the adoption of pets globally that has significantly increased the demand for various animal healthcare solutions. For example, as per the World Animal Foundation estimates, the companion animal population reached approximately 967 million worldwide, of which 522 million were dogs and 445 million were cats.
 

Today, pet owners are more than willing to spend on healthcare services for their pets, which include treatment of wounds, chronic skin disorders, and post-surgical care. Such behavior is fostering the development and use of animal wound care products including dressings, sprays, gels, and tissue adhesives.
 

Furthermore, an increase in the number of animal injuries which include accidents, fights, and surgical procedures, especially in pet animals and livestock, increases the demand for animal wound care products. Especially in livestock animals, proper wound care is essential in averting possible infections and reducing the economic burden of poor animal health.
 

Additionally, technological advancements within the veterinary wound care sector are widening market opportunities. Novel bioactive dressings such as hydrocolloid and hydrogels and controlled-release formulations have enhanced treatment efficacy and decreased healing times. Moreover, an increase in understanding of wound management techniques among veterinarians and pet owners is accelerating product demand. All these factors are expected to drive the adoption of animal wound care products globally, thus propelling market growth over the forecast years.
 

Animal wound care is defined as taking care of any form of injury including wounds, cuts, lacerations, burns, abrasions, or surgical cuts in animals. This includes specialized products which clean, protect, and promote healing of the wounds while preventing infection. Several products such as wound dressings, bandages, sutures, surgical staplers, and advanced dressings such as hydrogels, foam dressings, and others are available on the market.
 

Animal Wound Care Market Trends

• The rising trend of pet humanization and increased consumer spending on pet care products and veterinary services are major factors driving the demand for effective animal wound care products.
   
• As owners increasingly consider pets as a part of their family, the average amount spent per household on pets is rising. For example, an average American pet owner spent USD 1,960 on their pet(s) in 2023. The average pet dog costs USD 143 per month in 2024; cat ownership costs USD 90.50 per month per cat.
   
• As households increase their spending on pets, there is a higher demand for various pet care products, including animal wound care, thereby fueling market growth.
   
• In addition, the increasing number of veterinary hospitals and clinics and rapidly developing veterinary infrastructure in both developed and emerging markets are key factors driving the market.
   
• For example, the number of veterinary clinics in the U.S. is estimated to be between 28,000 and 32,000. Similarly, veterinary clinical practices in Canada have increased from 3,825 in 2020 to 4,830 in 2023. Such growth in veterinary clinics increases the demand for specialized surgical and post-surgical care for both pet and farm animals, thereby driving the demand for animal wound care products.
   
• Moreover, innovations in technologies and materials pertaining to wound care are propelling growth in the animal wound care market because they offer more efficient, faster, and non-invasive healing solutions to a wide variety of injuries. Newer innovations such as hydrogel and hydrocolloid dressings, and silver-impregnated antimicrobial products, are transforming conventional approaches to wound management. These innovative materials facilitate faster tissue repair processes, lower infection rates, and decrease the average length of time between dressing changes and the need for antibiotics—a major problem in companion and livestock animals.
   
• The introduction of easy-to-use dressings such as sprays, foams, and no-touch applicators enhances adherence in the home or field and becomes less distressing for the animals, thereby increasing adoption.
   
• Growing adoption of pet insurance is expected to be an instrumental factor in driving the market expansion. The increasing veterinary costs have propelled the demand for pet insurance.
   
• According to the North American Pet Health Insurance Association, there has been an increase of about 18% in the number of insured pets during 2017-2018, in the U.S. Further, the number of insured pets in 2021 was 26% higher than in 2020 and 63% higher than in 2018. Thus, the surging demand for pet insurance coupled with the growing number of insured animals will drive the market expansion by increasing the adoption of various animal wound care solutions.
   

Trump Administration Tariffs

• The imposition of tariffs by the Trump administration might have significant impact on the animal wound care industry.
   
• The tariffs on Chinese goods, many of which include medical supplies such as dressings, bandages, and antiseptics, might increase the operating costs for veterinary wound care companies in the U.S. Since many animal wound care products are either imported completely or partially manufactured overseas, the added cost burden due to tariffs could potentially create pricing challenges and disrupt supply chain reliability.
• These potential cost increases might cause a rise in prices passed on to veterinary clinics and consumers, or manufacturers attempting to cover the increased costs might absorb them and potentially face margin pressures.   
   
• Moreover, the animal wound care industry might be impacted by shifting trade policies as they could introduce uncertainty, which might adversely influence demand as well as long-term investments and supply chain forecasts for the industry. Continuous innovations in animal wound care products, including advanced dressings and antimicrobial agents are driving market growth, but trade policy uncertainty could potentially slow the pace of this innovation.
   
• Businesses that import wound care technologies or products from Asia might face additional delays and could be forced to look for alternative sourcing options that are sometimes less optimal in terms of quality or higher in cost.
   
• Additionally, the unpredictability regarding extensions and exemptions of tariffs might force many market players to increase inventory levels as a buffer, which could potentially constrain capital and operational agility. This might particularly affect smaller veterinary suppliers and clinics that lack the financial resources of major corporations like Elanco Animal Health, Medtronic, and Johnson & Johnson, which are among the key players in the market.
   

Animal Wound Care Market Analysis

Based on the product, the global market is segmented into surgical wound care products, advanced wound care products, traditional wound care products, and therapy devices. The surgical wound care products include sutures and staplers and tissue adhesive. The surgical wound care products segment dominated the market and was valued at USD 557.1 million in 2024.
 

• Due to the rising number of veterinary surgical procedures, specifically in companion animals like dogs, cats, and equine, the surgical wound care products segment has a high market share in the market.
   
• Surgical interventions such as spaying and neutering, alongside more complex orthopedic or tumor-removal surgeries, are very common in veterinary medicine. These procedures require effective wound closure as well as post-operative management.
   
• There is also an increase in pet insurance coverage in developed markets, which makes advanced surgical treatments more accessible, further strengthening the segment's dominance.
   
• In addition, high awareness amongst veterinarians and pet owners about proper post-surgery wound care management to restrict infection and aid in faster recovery further enhances the demand for effective wound care solutions.
   
• Also, wound care technology innovations such as antimicrobial dressings, bioactive materials, and others also influence the segment's growth by improving clinical outcomes.

Based on animal type, the global animal wound care market is categorized into companion animals and livestock animals. The companion animals segment is further categorized into dogs, cats, horses, and other companion animals. The companion animal segment accounted for the highest market share of 64.4% in 2024.
 

• This substantial growth is attributed to the rising adoption rate of animals such as dogs, cats, and horses as pets.
   
• More than half of the global population is estimated to have a pet at home. Globally, dogs are the most popular pet, present in around one in three homes. Almost a quarter of pet owners have a cat. Thus, the sheer number of companion animals along with increased spending on pets is expected to propel the segmental growth.
   
• Further, there has been a significant increase in the number of surgeries in companion animals. According to University of Florida researchers' new study, U.S. veterinarians performed 2.7 million fewer spay and neuter surgeries in 2020 and 2021. This high volume of surgeries increases the demand for wound care products, thereby propelling market growth.
   
• Moreover, the increasing focus of manufacturers to develop and launch innovative wound care solutions for companion animals is set to further propel market growth.
   

Based on the end use, the global animal wound care market is categorized into veterinary hospitals and clinics, homecare, and academic and research institutes. The veterinary hospitals and clinics segment is anticipated to witness high growth to reach USD 1.2 billion by 2034.
 

• Veterinary hospitals and clinics are equipped with advanced diagnostic tools, specialized surgical instruments, and experienced veterinary professionals, making them the preferred choice for wound management in animals.
   
• The availability of a wide range of wound care products, such as dressings, sprays, and sutures, within these establishments further contributes to their dominance.
   
• Additionally, the rising prevalence of chronic and traumatic wounds in companion and farm animals, coupled with the growing trend of routine veterinary visits, has fueled the demand for professional wound care services in these settings.
   
• The segmental growth is also supported by collaborations between veterinary hospitals and key wound care product manufacturers to offer innovative and effective solutions.

The North America animal wound care market dominated the global veterinary market with a market share of 38.2% in 2024.
 

The U.S. market was valued at USD 436.9 million and USD 452.1 million in 2021 and 2022, respectively. The market size reached USD 487.6 million in 2024, growing from USD 468.9 million in 2023.
 

• According to the 2021–2022 National Pet Owners Survey by the American Pet Products Association (APPA), 70% of U.S. households owned at least one type of pet. Additionally, almost 69 million U.S. households have at least one dog, 45.3 million have at least one cat, about 9.9 million have birds, and 3.5 million have horses.
   
• Such a high volume of pets in the country increases the demand for various pet care products.
   
• In addition, the country boasts a well-established veterinary healthcare infrastructure and a high prevalence of pet ownership, fueling demand for advanced wound care products.
   
• Moreover, rising awareness among pet owners about animal health and wound care further enhances market growth.
   

Europe animal wound care market accounted for USD 402.3 million in 2024 and is anticipated to show lucrative growth over the forecast period.
 

• Rising animal adoption in the European region coupled with increasing initiatives by governments to improve animal healthcare is anticipated to spur market growth.
   
• Moreover, advancements in veterinary medicine with frequent introduction and approval of novel animal wound care products will boost the market in the Europe region.
   
• Also, the presence of highly equipped veterinary clinics and hospitals in Germany, UK, and France, further boosts the Europe market.
   

Germany exhibits strong growth potential in the market, driven by its robust veterinary healthcare infrastructure, high pet ownership rates, and increasing awareness of advanced wound care solutions for animals.
 

• As of 2023, 45% of German households have a pet and 14% of households have two pets or more. This totals approximately 34.3 million pets. Cats and dogs are the most popular house pets, with 25% of German households owning cats and 21% of households owning dogs.
   
• The rising adoption of pet animals coupled with surging expenditure on veterinary care is set to augment the animal wound care market size in Germany.
   
• Moreover, the large livestock population in the country drives the demand for various animal wound care solutions. In 2024, the cattle population in Germany was 10.63 million.
   
• Favorable laws and policies implemented in the region by regulatory authorities further aid in the growth of companies operating in the market.
   

The animal wound care market in Asia Pacific is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 7% over the next few years.
 

• Increasing pet ownership and rising awareness about animal healthcare are fueling demand for advanced wound care solutions.
   
• For instance, China is estimated to have around 200 million pets as of 2021, with projections suggesting this could rise to between 170-220 million by 2024.
   
• Additionally, the growing number of veterinary clinics and animal hospitals in emerging markets like China, India, and Southeast Asian countries is expanding access to wound care treatments.
   
• The region's growing focus on veterinary healthcare and technological advancements, such as the development of innovative wound care products, further contribute to the market's expansion.
   

India presents significant growth potential in the animal wound care market.
 

• The increasing pet ownership and rising disposable income in the country coupled with high expenditure on pet care will offer lucrative market growth opportunities in the country.
   
• In addition, rapidly expanding veterinary infrastructure in the country such as veterinary hospitals, clinics, as well as distribution channels such as retail stores and online platforms, will further enhance the market growth.
   

Brazil animal wound care market is anticipated to witness rapid growth in the Latin America market over the forecast years.
 

• Brazil has the third-largest pet population in the world with 160 million pets, of which 60 million are dogs, 30 million cats, and 32 million pet-owning households.
   
• Such high volume coupled with strong growth in veterinary expenditure is anticipated to foster market growth.
   
• Additionally, the presence of several international as well as local pet care companies in the country further aids market growth.
   

Saudi Arabia animal wound care market is set for lucrative growth in the Middle East and Africa market.
 

• The increasing pet ownership in the country, rising disposable income coupled with a rapidly expanding veterinary infrastructure will offer lucrative market growth opportunities in the country.
   
• One of the factors supporting the growing trend of acquiring and caring for pets in Saudi Arabia is the notable increase in the number of veterinary clinics. As per data published by GlobalPETS, currently, there are 434 clinics, and the number of specialized veterinary pharmacies has increased to 1366, catering specifically to the needs of pets.
   
• In addition, the rising number of working populations is expected to highly influence Saudi Arabia's market growth over the foreseeable future.
   

Animal Wound Care Market Share

The global market is fragmented in nature, with major organizations, small local players, and start-ups joining the industry competition. The key industry players are consistently involved in creating new opportunities in the veterinary industry. The top 5 players operating in the industry including 3M, B. Braun SE, Elanco Animal Health, Medtronic, and Virbac account for approximately 30% - 35% of the global market.
 

The major market players in the market implement several strategies to maintain a competitive edge in the market. These players are engaged in strategic acquisitions, mergers, collaborations, partnerships, expansions, and product launches among other strategies.
 

Additionally, there are several local and regional players operating in the market who are boosting competition by providing affordable options at lower costs. These players are also involved in several strategies such as mergers, acquisitions, and novel product launches to expand their product offerings.
 

Animal Wound Care Market Companies

Few of the prominent players operating in the animal wound care industry include:

• 3M
• B. Braun SE
• Dechra Pharmaceuticals
• Elanco Animal Health
• Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson)
• Innovacyn
• Jorgen Kruuse
• KeriCure
• Medtronic
• Neogen Corporation
• Primavet
• Sonoma Pharmaceuticals
• Sentrx Animal Care
• Virbac
• Vernacare (Robinson Healthcare)
   

3M is a prominent player in the market, offering a range of veterinary products including bandages, dressings, and surgical drapes. The company is known for its advanced adhesive technologies and antimicrobial solutions that support effective wound management in animals. 3M's products are widely used in both companion and livestock animal care settings. Their focus on innovation and reliability has helped establish a strong presence in the global veterinary wound care segment.
 

Elanco Animal Health is a key player in the market, offering a range of products aimed at infection prevention, healing acceleration, and inflammation control. The company focuses on both companion and livestock animals, supporting veterinary practices with evidence-based solutions. Its wound care portfolio often includes topical antiseptics, sprays, and medicated dressings. Elanco’s global reach and investment in R&D help maintain its competitive edge in this niche segment.
 

Animal Wound Care Industry News

• In November 2024, Sonoma Pharmaceuticals received a new 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its Microcyn technology-based hydrogel. This hydrogel features improved biocompatibility and an extended shelf life, enhancing its effectiveness for various applications, particularly in wound care and skin irritations.
   
• In September 2024, CytaCoat AB and Absorbest AB partnered to develop superabsorbent advanced wound care dressings, including solutions for the veterinary market. This collaboration focuses on enhancing wound care products with improved comfort, ease of use, and anti-biofilm properties to prevent infections, with commercial availability expected in 2025.
   
• In August 2024, KeraVet Bio announced the May 2025 nationwide launch of their product, KeraVet Gel, a wound healing gel for companion animals. The product, used as topical therapy for surgical incisions and wound therapy, supports faster wound healing and prevents licking. This will help the company broaden its product portfolio.
   
• In April 2024, Kane Biotech sold its STEM Animal Health stake to Dechra, enhancing its financial position to focus on global growth and clinical programs in wound care and dermatology.
   

The animal wound care market research report includes in-depth coverage of the industry with estimates and forecast in terms of revenue in USD Million from 2021 – 2034 for the following segments:

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Market, By Product

• Surgical wound care products       
  • Sutures and staplers
  • Tissue adhesives
• Advanced wound care products    
  • Foam dressings
  • Hydrocolloid dressings
  • Film dressings
  • Hydrogel dressings
  • Other advanced wound care products
• Traditional wound care products   
  • Tapes
  • Bandages
  • Dressings
  • Absorbents
  • Other traditional wound care products
• Therapy devices      

Market, By Animal Type

• Companion animals
  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Horses
  • Other companion animals
• Livestock animals
  • Cattle
  • Sheep and goats
  • Swine
  • Other livestock animals

Market, By End Use

• Veterinary hospitals and clinics
• Homecare
• Academic and research institutes

The above information is provided for the following regions and countries:

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Spain
  • Italy
  • Netherlands
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • Australia
  • South Korea 
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Argentina 
• Middle East and Africa
  • South Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE