The number of persons employed in veterinary services in Poland saw fluctuations over the 2013-2023 period, with notable declines in 2013, 2016, and 2017, but positive growth in 2018 and onwards. The current number of employees in 2023 stands at 16.64 thousand employees, reflecting a steady increase of 1.88% from the previous year. Over the last two years, the year-on-year growth rates were around 1.95% and 1.88%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the past five years is 2.16%, indicating moderate but consistent growth.
Looking ahead, forecasted data up to 2028 shows a continued upward trend, with a forecasted CAGR of 1.32% and an estimated 6.75% growth over the five years. Future trends to watch include potential impacts of technological advancements in veterinary care, shifting demographics of pet ownership, and regulatory changes in the animal healthcare sector, all of which could influence employment dynamics in this field.
