Veterinary

RVC: Diabetes remission research progress

Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a common disease among domestic cats and is estimated to affect 1 in 200 cats in the UK. Although this prevalence might not seem overwhelming, diabetic cats require daily insulin treatment and frequent consultation by veterinary surgeons and so managing diabetic cats accounts for a substantial…

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VetPartners reveals Spanish expansion

Praxia and Medican Veterinary Center have become Vetpartners first Spanish practice partners. Praxia, a referral practice specialising in various fields, including cardiology and orthopaedics, based in Elche, Alicante, was the veterinary group’s founding Spanish practice. The acquisition was swiftly followed by a second practice after Medican Veterinary Center in Madrid…

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AMTRA reports rising demand for animal medicines

The Animal Medicines Training Regulatory Authority (AMTRA) has announced an increasing demand for animal medicines requirements, including the prescription and supply of certain veterinary medicines. The organisation said there are growing concerns from pet owners on the difficulties of finding access to a vet, and an increasing number of practices…

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Preston Pets at Home re-opens amid refurbishment

Pets at Home’s Preston premises has re-opened after a recent refurbishment, adding a new vet and grooming service to the store’s offerings. It revealed the new surgery Vets4Pets has relocated from Moor Lane, comprising a team of “highly skilled vets and experienced nurses” on hand to support pets with healthcare…

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The Natural Vet opens new superstore

The Natural Vet has announced the opening of a new raw food superstore which will stock 28 brands of raw dog food, as well as natural treats, toys, health supplements and pet accessories. The Glasgow-based group provides holistic care for pets, supports fresh feeding and offers titre testing, herbal medicine,…

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VetPartners acquires online retailer VetUK

VetPartners has strengthened its position in the retail market and “taken a step towards the digital transformation of the veterinary sector” by acquiring online retailer VetUK. VetUK is one of the UK’s biggest online suppliers of pet care products, including toys, accessories, pet food, over-the-counter pet treatments, and veterinary prescription…

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IVC Evidensia bolstered by round of investments

IVC Evidensia has revealed that its growth has been bolstered by recent and increased investment from new and existing companies. Its majority shareholder, EQT, has pledged its continued investment in the company, while Silver Lake, a leading global technology investment firm, is making a new “substantial” minority investment to help…

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Test and treat our dogs’ bacterial skin infections: Time to look after our antibiotics

Over the past year, most of our lives have been dominated by a viral pandemic. However, bacterial infections and in particularly the problems associated with multidrug-resistant bacterial pathogens remain amongst the biggest challenges to human and animal health of our time. Antibiotics are life-saving drugs that are used to treat…

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IVC Evidensia preps for float amid petcare ‘boom’

IVC Evidensia is reportedly preparing to unveil a London float, as the growing petcare market has continued to bolster the business and attract “booming” investor demand, according to Sky News.  The London float is expected to launch in March, and will reportedly value the group at up to £10bn. It…

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IVC Evidensia launches new joint care supplement 

As part of its ongoing commitment to innovation in patient care, Europe’s leading veterinary care provider IVC Evidensia has launched a new, fast acting anti-inflammatory healthcare supplement, specifically designed to tackle one of the UK’s most common cat and dog ailments. Joints and Mobility with Omega-3s is the latest supplement…

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