The Global Veterinary Dermatology Drugs Market size is expected to reach $13.6 billion by 2027, rising at a market growth of 8.2% CAGR during the forecast period. Veterinary dermatologists are well qualified in diagnosing and providing solutions for different infectious skin diseases like fungal, bacterial, and viral in animals. The majority of animals globally are affected by major diseases such as parasitic skin diseases, alopecia, dander-related skin disorders, intrinsic skin infections, mild and harmful skin cancer, autoimmune skin diseases hormonal-related skin diseases, and other internal causes for skin abnormalities. Moreover, constant development in medical equipment and surge in research sources for veterinary dermatologists to diagnose and treat these major diseases is crucial for pets, pet owners, and other animals. Therefore, the growth of the veterinary dermatology drugs market would witness bright growth prospects due to the increasing number of veterinary visits.
The growth catalysts for the market are the increasing occurrences of skin diseases and massive investments by market players. In addition, the pet owners are now taking more pet-care decisions, which would propel the growth of the market. In addition, a rise in cases of dermatology diseases like fleas and ticks and allergic dermatitis would open new growth prospects for the overall veterinary dermatology drugs market during the forecasting period. Further, the market growth is further driven by the increasing number of clinical trials associated with veterinary dermatology drugs.
The overall veterinary dermatology drugs witnessed an adverse impact of the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. This is because a majority of people considered pet drugs as non-essential items especially during financial disruptions brought by the global pandemic. The formulations of numerous stringent lockdown and stay-at-home orders and the temporary shutdown of the manufacturing unit have impacted almost every industry vertical and the veterinary dermatology drugs market is not an exception to this. Moreover, the manufacturing of these products was halted due to the closure of manufacturing units and other restrictions during the peak of the pandemic.
Mycotic diseases in animals have achieved less amount of attention in comparison to some common diseases in animals as well as humans. This is not normal, as dermatophytes are acting as agents of infectious diseases in animals which is one of the earliest identified disorders in animals. In addition, the dermatophytes cause many zoonotic infections and would be responsible for a considerable portion of human skin diseases through animals.
The increase in awareness regarding veterinary care has boosted the growth & demand for veterinary dermatology drugs in the market. In addition, the growth of the veterinary dermatology drugs market would further be driven by the rise in urbanization and the growing number of pet animals. The increase in the prevalence of atopic dermatitis among animals is substantially demanding innovative veterinary drugs.
These drugs are not widely available in many underdeveloped and developing countries which could slow down the growth and demand for veterinary dermatology drugs in the market. Also, pet owners in many countries still prefer to treat their pets without any drugs because they getting aware of the harmful effects of such drugs. Moreover, less awareness about the existence of such drugs in many poorly developed countries would pose a challenge for the growth of the veterinary dermatology drugs market. To curb the spread of the virus, many countries around the globe imposed stringent lockdown restrictions. These restrictions include a ban on the supply of non-essential items like pet drugs.
Based on Route of Administration, the market is segmented into Topical, Injectable and Oral. The injectable segment would showcase the fastest growth rate during the forecasting period. This is attributed to the fact that injectable drugs enable convenient administration in a lesser number of doses in comparison with oral drugs. For example, Convenia by Zoetis treats the animal in only one dose in comparison to 28 doses of pills. The topical segment would showcase a prominent growth rate during the forecast period. This is attributed to its high adoption rate.
Based on Distribution Channel, the market is segmented into Retail, Hospital Pharmacies and Online. In 2020, the hospital pharmacies segment procured the maximum revenue share of the overall market. Moreover, the growth of the segment would be driven by the surge in the number of hospital pharmacies. In addition, animal owners are likely to visit veterinary hospitals first for the treatment of their pets or farm animals.
Based on Drug Indication, the market is segmented into Parasitic Infections, Allergic Infections and Other Indications. The allergic infections segment would display the fastest growth rate during the forecasting period. The growth catalysts for the segment are the increasing prevalence of diseases like atopic dermatitis and other itching diseases, particularly in companion animals. Moreover, pet owners are increasing their pet care decisions and spending, which would boost the growth of the veterinary dermatology drugs market during the forecasting period.
Based on Animal Type, the market is segmented into Companion Animal and Livestock Animal. The companion animal segment procured the maximum revenue share of the overall market in 2020. The growth of the segment is attributed to the increase in the number of pet ownership. The segment is further classified into cats, dogs, horses, and others. The dogs' segment is likely to obtain the maximum revenue share of the market. This is owing to the high availability of the products related to dogs' treatment.
| Report Attribute | Details |
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| Market size value in 2020 | USD 7.1 Billion |
| Market size forecast in 2027 | USD 13.6 Billion |
| Base Year | 2020 |
| Historical Period | 2017 to 2019 |
| Forecast Period | 2021 to 2027 |
| Revenue Growth Rate | CAGR of 8.2% from 2021 to 2027 |
| Number of Pages | 248 |
| Number of Tables | 430 |
| Report coverage | Market Trends, Revenue Estimation and Forecast, Segmentation Analysis, Regional and Country Breakdown, Companies Strategic Developments, Company Profiling |
| Segments covered | Route of Administration, Distribution Channel, Indication Type, Animal Type, Region |
| Country scope | US, Canada, Mexico, Germany, UK, France, Russia, Spain, Italy, China, Japan, India, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Brazil, Argentina, UAE, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Nigeria |
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Based on Regions, the market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Latin America, Middle East & Africa. In 2020, the North American region emerged as the leading region by obtaining the maximum revenue share in veterinary dermatology drugs. Some of the main growth catalysts of the region are supportive initiatives from the government as well as the private sector, a surge in pet care spending, and the existence of main market players. Moreover, the growth of the regional market is also driven by the increase in cases of zoonotic diseases.
Free Valuable Insights: Global Veterinary Dermatology Drugs Market size to reach USD 13.6 Billion by 2027
The market research report covers the analysis of key stake holders of the market. Key companies profiled in the report include Merck Group, Elanco Animal Health, Inc., Zoetis, Inc., Eli Lilly and Company, Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbH, Vetoquinol SA (Soparfin SCA), Virbac, Bioibérica, S.A.U., Bimeda, Inc., and Ceva Santé Animale.
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The global veterinary dermatology drugs market size is expected to reach $13.6 billion by 2027.
The rise in demand for antifungals for animals are driving the market in coming years, however, low availability and low awareness of these drugs have limited the growth of the market.
Merck Group, Elanco Animal Health, Inc., Zoetis, Inc., Eli Lilly and Company, Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbH, Vetoquinol SA (Soparfin SCA), Virbac, Bioibérica, S.A.U., Bimeda, Inc., and Ceva Santé Animale.
The expected CAGR of the veterinary dermatology drugs market is 8.2% from 2021 to 2027.
In 2020, the oral segment garnered the maximum revenue share in the veterinary dermatology drugs market. Factors such as the massive availability of oral drugs in the form of tablets, feed additives, and pills are responsible for the growth of this segment.
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