CVS

CVS Group plc is one of the UK’s largest integrated veterinary services providers, with growing influence across the petcare supply chain. Pet Gazette’s coverage of CVS includes acquisitions of vet practices and referral centres, strategic partnerships, business performance updates, and developments that affect pet product stocking, prescriptions, and client services. We also report on how CVS’s corporate growth and operational decisions impact suppliers, wholesalers, and independent pet retailers — especially where there is overlap in pet nutrition, health, and wellness products. This tag helps industry professionals track a major player shaping the future of UK petcare delivery.

Apr- 2022 -

28 April

Government & Legislation

VetPartners’ purchase of Goddard raises competition concerns

VetPartners’ completed purchase of Goddard Holdco Limited in March 2022 has been opened for an “in-depth” investigation after the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) found that the deal raises “competition concerns.” The CMA said it has received “a number” of complaints in recent years about higher prices or lower quality…
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19 April

Veterinary

Vets4pets appoints head of workplace engagement

Vets4Pets has appointed Gudrun Ravetz as head of workplace engagement in a move to further support the working lives of colleagues and partners in veterinary practices. With more than 20 years’ experience, Ravetz has an “in-depth” understanding of the veterinary sector. She has worked as a clinician in private practice…
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Mar- 2022 -

14 March

Features

How businesses can meet the changing expectations of pet owners

The last two years have carved out a significant space for digital services in petcare. Virtual consultations and e-prescriptions have been a lifeline for vet practices facing heavy backlogs of appointments, while those isolating could continue with check-ups. This move onto digital platforms has seen a growing appetite from pet…
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Oct- 2021 -

21 October

Retailers

Jollyes to recruit 150 young people across stores

Jollyes has outlined new plans to recruit 150 young people to work in its stores. The pet goods retailer said it is looking for staff who will gain a wide range of retail experience as customer advisers, including looking after pets in sites that sell live animals, and assistant groomers…
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Aug- 2021 -

17 August

Retailing

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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Jul- 2021 -

16 July

Events

London Vet Show to receive ‘shake-up’ in 2021

This year’s London Vet Show is set to receive a “shake-up” thanks to IVC Evidensia, which said it plans to have a series of topics, relevant to first opinion vets and nurses, with specialists from different disciplines for both small animal Referrals and Equine referrals lectures. It said the “unique”…
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Jan- 2021 -

26 January

Veterinary

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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Sep- 2020 -

1 September

Veterinary

IVC Evidensia members appointed to industry-leading councils

IVC Evidensia has announced that two members of the group have been appointed to two of the councils responsible for regulating the industry. Matthew Rendle, nursing manager and exotics referral at Holly House Vets, has now been elected as chair of the RCVS VN council, having been on the council…
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Aug- 2020 -

17 August

Features

Why Covid-19 will change the veterinary industry for the better

History shows that challenging times bring out the best in both people and business. It is also true that in time of war, innovation increases a hundred-fold. Our war is with a deadly virus, but I believe some good will come from this period in our lives and in particular…
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5 August

Veterinary

Lintbells partners with VetYogi

Lintbells, a manufacturer in premium natural pet supplements, has announced a new partnership with VetYogi that will offer a free, six week online Yoga course to veterinary professionals. The ‘Hatha for Heroes’ campaign was created to raise awareness of the importance of health and wellbeing and to say “thank you…
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