London: The United Kingdom’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has called for sweeping reforms in the country’s veterinary services sector, a market valued at over £8 billion. The announcement comes amid growing concerns over rising costs, opaque pricing structures, and limited transparency in veterinary services, which have increasingly burdened pet owners across the nation.

The CMA’s review found that pet owners are paying significantly more at larger veterinary chains compared to independent clinics, with price differences averaging around 17%. Between 2016 and 2023, veterinary costs surged by 63%, far outpacing general inflation, leaving many owners financially strained when seeking care for their pets. The regulator highlighted that unclear pricing and high prescription costs

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