May 2018

Following the takeover of 19 practices in the Yorkshire-based White Cross Vets group, Independent Vetcare now encompasses 243 practice groups across 583 practice sites in the UK and Northern Ireland.

7 mins

West Yorkshire-based veterinary referral centre transformed into eco-friendly premises after investing thousands of pounds in on-site equipment to reduce carbon footprint.

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April 2018

Solihull-based referral practice continues to expand with new kit as part of a £1 million extension and addition to its team.

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Worldwide distributor of medical, dental and veterinary supplies to combine with provider of technology-enabled health care services in new company, Vets First Corp.

4 mins

Veterinary management expert Bash Halow will outline emerging challenges and opportunities when he addresses delegates at the annual debate in Westminster.

4 mins

Local mayor in attendance as Vets4Pets hosts celebration to mark the milestone opening of its 450th UK practice.

4 mins

Paul Jackson, from Professional Practice Services, urges anyone thinking about selling their practice to plan in advance and consult with experts to aid the transition.

7 mins

March 2018

Pets at Home says "the board keeps its succession plans under regular review" and is delighted Andrei will become chief executive with effect from 9 April 2018.

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Service offering a variety of orthopaedic procedures, soft tissue surgery and imaging referrals from its base in the Norfolk countryside.

4 mins

UK practice group will slow down the rate at which it acquires new practices to allow regional director team more time to integrate into the business.

5 mins

February 2018

Essex-based practice proud to have assembled “finest possible team” of experts, hailing from 11 different countries worldwide.

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Yorkshire-based group named in best 100 small companies to work for list for sixth year running, and is only vet company to achieve three-star “extraordinary” rating.

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Toby Gemmill, of West Midlands-based Willows Veterinary Centre and Referral Service, to take up role in July to include overseeing courses and developing educational materials.

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Acquisitions in South America and Asia – combined with organic growth and purchase of former Merial products – help French firm achieve 20% growth in 2017.

3 mins

Vet Aquadent product for prevention of dental plaque and tartar formation in cats and dogs comes out on top at prestigious World Branding Awards.

4 mins

High-spec cat and dog facilities have been opened at a Hampshire referral centre, as phase one of its expansion plans is completed.

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North of England-based group White Cross Vets opens 18th practice in £250,000 investment, with three more launches in pipeline.

3 mins

With the laws surrounding data protection set to change in the EU from 25 May, all veterinary practices must comply with the new rules or risk heavy financial penalties.

3 mins

Rugby league stars cut the ribbon at new West Yorkshire referral centre, which will offer multidisciplinary treatment for pets across northern England.

4 mins

Agria Pet Insurance scoops two consumer accolades at glittering awards ceremony as “exciting year” continues for insurance firm.

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