Executive Search Animal Health – DVM & Veterinarian
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Animal Health Industry Executive Recruitment
The animal health industry in the United States is rapidly evolving, driven by shifting consumer values, significant increases in pet ownership, and a wave of innovation in clinical care and veterinary technology. As owners demand advanced treatments and personalized care for pets, companion animals, and production animals alike, veterinary service providers, pharmaceutical companies, and animal health platforms are racing to expand their networks, deploy new solutions, and capture market share in a sector expected to surpass $20 billion in revenue by 2027.
High demand for Executives in Animal Health in the US
Access to qualified, board-certified veterinarians is consistently cited as the single greatest challenge for both new market entrants and established organizations scaling across the country. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), the United States faces a projected shortage of nearly 15,000 Doctors of Veterinary Medicine (DVMs) by 2030. This talent gap means that competing for experienced clinical professionals, practice leaders, and specialty DVMs has never been more critical or more complicated.
Building leadership and clinical teams to support innovation, patient care, and business growth
Adding to demand pressures, veterinary licensure in the U.S. is regulated at the state level. Each state sets its own requirements and board processes for DVMs, meaning that multi-state expansion involves regulatory navigation, strategic hiring, and active credential management. Successful animal health organizations need leaders and clinicians who understand these complexities, can drive compliance, and foster collaborative, high performing teams.
The companies for which we recruit executives
- Veterinary hospitals, multi-location practices, and specialty clinics
- Emerging pet tech platforms and telemedicine providers
- Veterinary service consolidators, PE-backed platforms, and strategic acquirers
- International animal health groups looking to hire U.S. DVMs or veterinary executives
Executive Roles we help fill
- Leadership and strategy
- Chief Veterinary Officer
- Medical Director / Hospital Administrator
- Regional Operations Manager
- Director of Clinical Services
- Head of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs
Clinical and specialty DVMs
- General Practice Veterinarian
- Emergency & Critical Care Veterinarian
- Veterinary Surgeon
- Internal Medicine Specialist
- Veterinary Radiologist
- Telemedicine Veterinarian
- Relief or Locum Veterinarian
Business operations and support
- Practice Manager
- Head of Talent Acquisition
- Senior Compliance Analyst
- Client Experience Director
- Technology Integration Manager
Our executive recruitment approach
We are not veterinarians or practice operators. We are a retained executive search firm dedicated to helping animal health companies recruit the leadership and clinical talent needed to thrive, whether expanding into new U.S. states, acquiring regional practices, or launching innovative care platforms.
Our expertise lies in identifying and assessing veterinary executives and DVMs who bring not only clinical excellence, but also operational savvy, compliance insight, and a talent for guiding teams through periods of growth and change. We help European and international organizations navigate the intricacies of U.S. veterinary credentialing, state-by-state licensing, and market entry.
Let’s talk
If your organization is expanding in the animal health market and needs a U.S. veterinarian or executive search partner, our team is ready to help you build the leadership bench and clinical workforce needed to unlock growth, ensure compliance, and deliver exceptional care.