M/24/037 – IVC Evidensia (Independent Vetcare)/Well Pet Hospital

Transaction details

The proposed acquisition by Independent Vetcare Ireland Limited, which trades in the State as IVC Evidensia Ireland and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the IVC Evidensia group of companies, of sole control of The Well Pet Hospital Limited, has been notified to the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission.

Notification date Decision date
Monday June 24, 2024
Parties Involved Business activities
Independent Vetcare Ireland Limited

Independent Vetcare Ireland Limited trades as “IVC Evidensia Ireland” in the State. Independent Vetcare Ireland Limited’s portfolio comprises several veterinary practices operating from sites dispersed throughout the State.

Independent Vetcare Ireland Limited is a wholly-owned subsidiary of IVC Acquisitions Limited, which is part of the IVC Evidensia group of companies. IVC Evidensia is a global provider of veterinary care and related ancillary services, comprising a network of around 2,600 clinics, hospitals and out-of-hours centres, based across 20 countries worldwide. IVC Evidensia's strategy focuses on investing in local veterinary practices in the countries in which it operates.

The Well Pet Hospital

The Well Pet Hospital is an independent veterinary practice located in Tonafortes, County Sligo. The practice comprises seven veterinary practitioners operating from one facility located in Carraroe. It provides a range of veterinary services, focused exclusively on small/companion animal care, to customers based in the Sligo area.

Economic sector Media merger
Professional Services
Submissions from third parties due by:
Phase 1 Phase 2
Friday, July 5, 2024
Current status: Active
Simplified Merger Notification
Authorised Officer Assigned Contact Details
David Sheahan

davidsheahan@ccpc.ie

Media enquiries: communications@ccpc.ie

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