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Independent Vetcare

Acquired

We bring people together to make animal care better

Bristol, United Kingdom · Founded 2011

Headquarters
Bristol
Employees
10001+
Founded
2011
Business Model
B2C
Last Round
Growth EquityJul 2014
Rounds
1
Acquisition Date
Dec 2016

About

Founded in 2011 as Independent Vetcare, IVC Evidensia grew from a single practice into Europe's fastest-growing veterinary group. The company, now registered as Inspiring Vet Care Limited, aims to provide world-class veterinary care delivered locally for UK practices. Its stated mission is to bring people together to make animal care better, operating clinics, hospitals, and training centres across the IVC Evidensia network. In 2026 it launched ivc.co.uk as a national brand so customers can see their vet is part of the inspiring vet care family.

Summary

Independent Vetcare is a Healthcare company based in Bristol, United Kingdom, founded in 2011. Its most recent funding was a Growth Equity round in Jul 2014. Investors include EQT Ventures and Summit Partners.

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Funding & Exit History

MergerMay 2017

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