North Cork veterinary practice acquired by global firm

Competition authority has been notified of the acquisition of Acorn Veterinary Clinic, which runs clinicks at Kildorrery and Mallow, by Independent Vetcare Ireland

Independent Vetcare has been steadily acquiring practices around the country in recent years. It runs a network of around 38 veterinary practices across 59 sites. Picture: iStock

The Acorn Veterinary Clinic in North Cork has become the latest practice acquired by international veterinary groups.

The competition authority has been notified of the acquisition by Independent Vetcare Ireland Ltd of the practice, which operates two clinics in Kildorrery and Mallow, providing small and large animal care in the North Cork and surrounding area.