Regulatory shifts, including the EU’s updated Veterinary Medical Devices Regulation (VMDR), have prompted manufacturers to prioritize CE marking compliance, reshaping product development pipelines. Meanwhile, consumer demand for minimally invasive procedures in companion animals has surged, pushing companies like Stryker to launch compact, reusable endoscopes tailored for small animal clinics. Funding activity has also spiked, with VetEndoTech securing a $25M Series B round to scale production of its fiber-free, wireless endoscope system, targeting both equine and exotic pet markets.