Competitions authority presses ahead with full investigation into vets market
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched a full investigation into the veterinary sector, following an initial review last September.
Multiple concerns identified in vets market
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has provisionally decided it should launch a formal market investigation into the veterinary sector after its initial review raised multiple concerns.
Owners struggle to take dogs to vet
Two thirds of dog owners struggle to take their pet to the vets because they are so stressed by the experience, new research reveals.
Vets call for new measures to prevent UK importing dog disease
Trade associations representing vets are calling for the urgent introduction of stringent new measures to prevent Britain importing Brucella canis, a canine disease that can be fatal in dogs and can also infect humans.
CMA launches review into the vet sector
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched a review looking at consumer experiences and business practices in the vet sector for pets in the UK.
Vet issues urgent warning over grass seeds
Vets are seeing a huge increase in the numbers of dogs with grass seeds stuck in their eyes and paws, or having ingested them when on a walk.
VetPartners offers sell practices in bid to get Goddard deal approved
VetPartners has responded to the Competition and Markets Authority’s (CMA’s) concerns about its acquisition of Goddard Veterinary Group.
CVS buys Hampshire veterinary practice
CVS, which owns more than 500 veterinary practices, has bought Hampshire-based Anton Vets for £6m.
VetPartners’ purchase of Goddard raises ‘competition concerns’
VetPartners’ completed purchase of Goddard could be referred for an in-depth investigation after the Competition and Markets Authority found that the deal raises competition concerns.
Veterinary group secures funding for growth
The Pet Vet has secured £3.1m funding to help improve and expand the services it offers.
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