Navigating the Future: Top Trends for 2025 Shaping the Future of Animal Health

As we step into 2025, the animal health industry stands at the crossroads of transformative growth and formidable challenges. With livestock health underpinning global food security and advanced technologies revolutionizing companion animal care, this year promises to redefine the landscape for professionals across the sector.

Tony Thomas, Cryoport Systems’ Executive Director of Business Development for Animal Health, offers his perspective on the trends shaping the year ahead. From groundbreaking innovations in preventative care and biologics to the pressing need for enhanced compliance and skilled labor, his predictions highlight the opportunities and obstacles that lie ahead. Through it all, Cryoport Systems remains steadfast in its commitment to empowering the industry through reliable, cutting-edge supply chain solutions to ensure that progress in 2025 is met with confidence and resilience.

Expected Areas of Market Growth for the Industry

As the global demand for food security and personalized pet care increases in pressure, 2025 will be a pivotal year for growth in animal health with breakthroughs in vaccine development, preventative care, and biologics leading the charge. As 2024 saw the rapid progression of H5N1 among other diseases that threatened the global food animal sector as well as companion animal health, the need for innovative vaccines and treatments on accelerated timelines has never been greater. These areas of growth will not only shape the future of animal health but will directly impact the health of humans, economies, and communities around the world.

“Biologics, including monoclonal antibodies, stem cell therapies, and gene therapies are expanding in the animal health market,” said Tony. “These advanced therapies offer targeted treatments for conditions such as osteoarthritis, cancer, and inflammatory diseases in companion animals and increase growth avenues towards sustainable livestock production.”

According to recent market reports, the global livestock vaccine market is projected to grow by 6.2% from 2023 to 2032 with companies investing their capital to address disease outbreaks, specifically those of zoonotic nature.¹ The increased focus on veterinary vaccines is similarly expected to expand by over 8.35% over the same period with the emphasis on companion pet health driving this raise.² Innovation within these sectors won’t just drive industry growth, they’ll change lives. For farmers and veterinarians, these breakthroughs mean faster, more effective treatments for the animals in their care. For the global population, it could mean safer food and healthier pets while creating new opportunities for businesses to capitalize on emerging markets.

A Future Not Without Challenges Ahead

While 2025 holds incredible potential for the animal health industry, it’s not without foreseen hurdles. Growing compliance demands, labor shortages, and rising economic costs will test the resilience of the industry. As innovation accelerates, so will the complexities. The push for new medicines and treatments requires stricter compliance, which could delay product timelines, inflate costs, and strain already overburdened supply chains.

“The future animal health environment is sure to see stricter compliance measures,” said Tony. “Maintaining consistency and tracking measures will only grow to be more important as more pharmaceutical and research companies invest in animal health.”

These challenges will not only test manufacturers and researchers, but also the critical infrastructure that supports the industry. The result of these delays would then be felt by both animal health professionals and consumers who rely on these products to maintain their animals’ wellbeing.

Additionally, the lack of specialized talent to fulfill roles within the health and manufacturing industries is also of concern. According to a 2023 industry report, companion animal healthcare service demands are increasing 3-4% year-over-year alone with the need for additional veterinary professionals reaching 55,000 over the expected growth within the US by 2030.³The labor shortage is not just a workforce issue, it’s a bottleneck that exacerbates production delays that in turn complicates compliance efforts and drives up costs. As the workforce shrinks, the reliance on skilled professionals grows. This makes it even harder to meet the growing demand for new treatments and vaccines.

Cryoport Systems’ Support through It All

A sustainable and comprehensive supply chain to support the animal health industry fosters innovation and addresses the challenges expected in 2025. While these challenges may seem daunting, they present an opportunity for industry leaders to strengthen their operations and rethink how they approach supply chain management. With the right tools and strategies in place, the animal health industry can rise above these obstacles, ensuring a bright future for both animals and the professionals who care for them. Cryoport Systems continues to be a trusted partner, helping organizations navigate the complexities of compliance and logistics. Our comprehensive solutions, including our Chain of Compliance® system, ensure that regulatory requirements are met, keeping timelines on track and products flowing smoothly through the supply chain.

“The global animal health market is set to grow and change in 2025,” said Tony. “It’ll be driven by consumer trends, technological advancements, and a strong focus on sustainable, preventive, and digital solutions. Cryoport Systems will remain the most reliable provider of supply chain solutions for the livestock and companion animal markets. The partnerships with our clients will provide value to both their operations and the greater industry at large.”

Ready to tackle the challenges ahead? Partner with Cryoport Systems to streamline your compliance, optimize your supply chain, and ensure your critical materials are handled with care at every step. Discover how we can help you navigate the complexities of 2025 and beyond — because the future of animal health deserves nothing less.

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