UK Veterinary Corporate Groups
Six major corporate groups own around 60% of UK veterinary practices. Understanding their ownership helps you make informed decisions about your pet's care.
CMA Market Investigation
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) launched a market investigation into veterinary services in 2024, examining concerns about pricing transparency, competition, and the impact of corporate consolidation on pet owners.
Read the CMA investigation →IVC Evidensia
IVC Evidensia is Europe's largest veterinary services provider, operating over 2,500 clinics across 20 countries. In the UK, they own approximately 1,...
VetPartners
VetPartners is a UK-based veterinary group owned by BC Partners, a leading private equity firm. Operating over 600 practices across the UK and Europe,...
CVS Group
CVS Group plc is a UK-headquartered, publicly traded veterinary services company listed on the London Stock Exchange. They operate approximately 500 v...
Pets at Home
Pets at Home Group plc is a UK-listed company (LSE: PETS) that operates the UK's largest pet supplies retailer and a substantial veterinary services b...
Medivet
Medivet is a UK veterinary group owned by CVC Capital Partners, one of the world's largest private equity firms. Operating approximately 400 practices...
Linnaeus
Linnaeus is a UK-based veterinary group wholly owned by Mars, Incorporated - the global confectionery and pet care company. Linnaeus operates over 200...
Market Consolidation
Corporate ownership of veterinary practices has grown from around 10% in 2013 to approximately 60% today. Three of the six largest groups are backed by private equity firms.