PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1813958
PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1813958
The GCC veterinary hospitals market size was estimated at USD 766.35 million in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 1,434.91 million by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 7.31% from 2025 to 2033. The market is advancing, driven by rising pet ownership & humanization of pets, government initiatives, livestock focus & food security, and technological advancements & in-house diagnostics.
Rapid growth in affluence across the GCC has spurred a cultural shift toward pet ownership, with dogs, cats, and exotic animals increasingly regarded as family members. In 2024, KSA pet ownership rose from 0.8 million to 2.4 million. The cats remain dominant, dog ownership is increasing, fueled by cultural shifts, urbanization, and supportive policies driving growth in pet-related sales.
This trend has led to a higher demand for veterinary services, including diagnostics, preventive care, surgeries, and wellness programs. As more urban residents adopt pets, investments in pet-friendly infrastructure such as grooming centers, pet food stores, and day-care facilities have increased, creating additional demand for veterinary support. According to industry analysis, this surge in companion animal adoption is driving growth in veterinary laboratories and clinics across the region.
In addition, GCC governments are actively reinforcing veterinary infrastructure to safeguard food security and public health. Emphasis on livestock productivity, widespread vaccination programs, and biosecurity protocols align with regional goals of agricultural self-sufficiency and zoonotic disease control. Veterinary hospitals and clinics play a critical role in administering in-house diagnostics, vaccines, and treatment services-especially important given their multi-functional setups that streamline service delivery. For instance, in November 2023, Thumbay Group's Gulf Medical University signed an MoU with the UK's Royal Veterinary College to advance 'One Health' in the Middle East, planning UAE veterinary clinics, hospitals, and collaborative research initiatives by 2024. In addition, in July 2024, Saudi Arabia allocated USD 46.66 million to build a high-biosafety regional veterinary laboratory in Riyadh, focusing on disease diagnosis, local vaccine development, and research to protect and enhance animal health across the Middle East. These efforts, further backed by public-private partnerships and international health collaborations, are key drivers in expanding the veterinary care network.
The veterinary health sector in the GCC is witnessing accelerated adoption of cutting-edge technologies. Hospital and clinic pharmacies increasingly offer advanced diagnostics, in-house laboratories, point-of-care testing, and imaging services to deliver rapid and accurate animal healthcare solutions. Point-of-care testing-such as assays for CRP, hemoglobin, and lactate has experienced the fastest growth due to its convenience and efficiency. Simultaneously, investment in molecular diagnostics, immunology, and imaging technologies is enhancing disease detection and treatment across both companion and production animals. For instance, in August 2025, Oman's Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Water Resources will begin the trial operation of Al Bashayer Vet Hospital in Adam, the nation's first integrated livestock-focused facility. With a USD 2.60 million investment, it offers advanced diagnostics, treatment, surgery, and specialized camel care, aiming to boost veterinary infrastructure, biosecurity, and sustainable livestock production.
GCC Veterinary Hospitals Market Report Segmentation
This report forecasts revenue growth and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2021 to 2033. For this study, Grand View Research has segmented the GCC veterinary hospitals market report based on animal, type, sector, and country.