Digital Health For Pets – The Future Of Veterinary Care

The past year has brought an unprecedented surge in pet adoption in major cities and even in rural areas all around the world. As many people think of their pets as their children, it’s no surprise these animals also get their momentum in digital health. But what it means exactly and what our buzzwords like telemedicine, wearable devices and even smart health tools mean in the pet-setting – we dive deep to find out. It’s not only that the number of pets adopted grew significantly over the past 18 months – it’s also how pets, in general, received that much-needed boost regarding their immediate health issues. The pet market has grown; the sale of pet foods, toys, medicine and wearables skyrocketed. The pet care market is estimated to expand from $216 billion in 2020 to $232 billion in 2021. And caring for pets is a long-term commitment. But it’s not just the size of the market that drew our attention towards pets. Digital health tools and challenges are surprisingly similar to the challenges physicians who treat people face, and the digital transformation will also lead to (animal) patients living longer. How digital health tools help our pets live longer – and happier After all, what all owners want is their pets to live longer, healthier lives – similarly to their own desires. And they are not hesitant to buy similar tech solutions to reach that goal. Wearables and smart trackers dominate this market for our furry and non-furry friends alike. W...
Source: The Medical Futurist - Category: Information Technology Authors: Tags: Forecast Lifestyle medicine Health Sensors & Trackers Portable Medical Diagnostics Telemedicine & Smartphones veterinary care vets pets dogs cat horse Source Type: blogs