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Animal Health

Advancing Veterinary Care for Global Well-being

"Animal Wellness" expands to include general well-being in addition to health.

Revolutionizing Care across the Animal Kingdom

Ever wonder whether your pet's health visit will eventually include AI diagnostics? Or how do farmers use smart collars to check the health of their cattle in real time? The animal health field is now facing nothing short of a revolution!

The animal health industry in India, which has a $2.3 billion veterinary healthcare market, is undergoing an unparalleled revolution, aided by government policies and technological solutions.

Scope: Global & Indian Perspectives

Global Industry Outlook
  • Projected Market Size: Market size is expected to reach $75 billion by 2027, growing at a 7% CAGR.
  • Key Growth Drivers: Include increased pet ownership, zoonotic disease control, and sustainable livestock management.
  • Disruptive Technologies: Include AI-powered diagnostics, smart veterinarian surveillance, and genetic engineering in animal breeding.
India’s Expanding Animal Healthcare Ecosystem
  • India's Livestock Industry: Contributes more than 4% of GDP and supports 280 million farmers.
  • Government Initiatives:Includes the National Livestock Mission, Animal Health and Productivity Programs, and Digital Veterinary Services.
  • Tech Innovations: AI-powered dairy management, cow wearable tracking, and veterinary telemedicine are the innovations.

Top Indian Hubs for Animal Health

01
Maharashtra & Gujarat

Pioneers in the fields of pharmaceutical production,
animal nutrition, and dairy technology.

02
Haryana

Strong in veterinary education & systems
for managing cattle health.

03
Hyderabad,Telangana

Hub for livestock genetic
research & vaccine production.

04
Karnataka & Telangana

Quickly becoming centres for biotechnology
digital veterinary platforms and diagnostics

05
Tamil Nadu & Kerala

Hubs for tropical veterinary research and
aquatic animal health innovation.

06
Punjab

Strong in veterinary education & systems
for managing cattle health.

Future Focus Areas in Animal Care

There are no more one-size-fits-all approaches to animal healthcare. Today, genetic testing, biomarkers, and targeted therapies provide completely individualized therapy options.

  • The Innovation Landscape: Novel vaccines based on cutting-edge mRNA technology, natural immune stimulants generated from botanical sources, and bacteriophage therapy (using viruses to target specific bacteria) are showing great promise.
  • Market indicators: Last year, global investment in antimicrobial alternatives approached $800 million, with food producers focusing on meeting customer demand for antibiotic-free animal products.

  • Real-world applications: Startups are producing specific probiotics for poultry that reduce pathogen colonization by 65%, while companion animal solutions address concerns ranging from digestive health to anxiety.
  • Investor spotlight: Indian biotech enterprises that specialize on indigenous microbial strains tailored to local circumstances are gaining traction with global animal health companies looking for region-specific solutions.

  • Technological breakthroughs: Advanced embryo technologies, non-hormonal fertility options, and AI-driven breeding programs are significantly increasing results while lowering prices.
  • Regional opportunity:India's unique indigenous cattle breeds provide a genetic resource that next-generation reproductive technologies may help protect and optimize, resulting in solutions with both national and export value.

In practice, wearable collars that measure anything from movement to subtle behavior changes allow for early disease identification in pets, while livestock monitoring devices let farmers manage herds of thousands with remarkable accuracy.

Why does this matter in India? With over 80,000 communities and just 63,000 veterinarians nationally, telehealth technologies and remote diagnostics have the potential to significantly increase access to expert care in underserved areas.

  • Emerging solutions:Novel proteins derived from insect farming, precision feed additives that cut methane emissions, and AI-optimized nutrition systems are changing the way we think about animal feed.
  • Market signals:Last quarter, alternative protein firms for animal feed garnered more than $125 million globally, with Indian entrepreneurs concentrating on region-specific agricultural byproducts gaining traction.
Success Stories in Animal Health
Global Success Stories:
Zoetis (USA):

With a valuation of over $40 billion, it has grown from its roots as a spinoff of Pfizer to become the biggest animal health firm in the world.

Covetrus (USA):

Integrated technology platforms completely transformed the management of veterinary practices.

Antelliq (France):

Merck paid $2.4 billion to purchase the pioneering animal identification and monitoring technology

Indian Animal Health Success Stories:
Hester Biosciences:

Started out as a little vaccine maker, but has now expanded into other areas.

Vetoquinol India:

Enhanced pharmacological offerings for both domestic and agricultural animals.

AquaConnect:

For India's burgeoning aquaculture industry, AquaConnect created AI-powered health management solutions.

Epione Animal Health:

Developed new methods of administering drugs to cattle that are both more effective and easier to use.

A Vision for Entrepreneurs & Investors

The Future of Animal Health is Here— Thinking about investing? You’re in the right place!

If you are an entrepreneur, inventor, or investor, here is your time to enter a thriving sector. Whether you're interested in biotechnology, AI-driven healthcare, pharmaceuticals, or veterinary science, there are several ways to contribute

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