We’re committed to a respectful and tailored acquisition experience. Here’s what makes a great fit—for both you and PetVet.
We’re committed to a respectful and tailored acquisition experience. Here’s what makes a great fit—for both you and PetVet.
Our criteria aren’t just checkboxes—they’re designed to protect your care center's reputation, ensure a smooth transition, and make sure your team continues to thrive. Every care center is different, but here’s what we typically look for.
Dr. Kim Hammond owned and operated a successful 24-hour emergency animal hospital in Baltimore, Maryland for over 35 years. In this video, Dr. Hammond details his experience selling his practice to Pet Vet Care Centers.
Falls Road Animal Hospital
- Dr. Kim Hammond
These criteria help us identify practices that are ready to thrive with the right support. If you align with most of them—you’re in the right place. And if you’re not sure yet? We’re always open to a conversation.
We look for practices with two or more full-time doctors and a leadership team that’s passionate about staying involved post-transition. Our most successful partnerships happen when there’s trust, clinical alignment, and shared values on both sides.
We’re looking for care centers that are already delivering consistent, ethical, high-quality care. Whether it’s preventive services or advanced diagnostics, the medical approach should reflect a commitment to both patients and clients.
We don’t expect spotless books—but we do need to understand the health of the business. We typically look for care centers with healthy revenue, reasonable margins, and a track record of consistent performance. If you’re unsure how you stack up, we’re happy to walk you through it.
We value care centers that are known, respected, and loved by their communities. Whether through word-of-mouth, local partnerships, or generations of loyal pet owners, your reputation is one of your greatest assets—and we want to help preserve it.
Hey — I’m not sure that we meet every requirement.
Should we still reach out?
Absolutely. Many of our partners started in the same place.
Our facility’s solid and we love our team, but we’re still working on financial consistency.
That’s more common than you’d think. Let’s talk it through—no pressure, just clarity.
If you’re still building your team, working on profitability, or managing older facilities, that doesn’t automatically rule you out. Many successful PetVet care centers started just like you—with the right intention and a solid foundation.
Start the conversation"We weren’t ready either—but we had the conversation. It changed everything."
— Dr. A. Keller, former practice owner
If you’re still building your team, working on profitability, or managing older facilities, that doesn’t automatically rule you out. Many successful PetVet care centers started just like you—with the right intention and a solid foundation.
Start the conversation
Hey — I’m not sure that we meet every requirement.
Should we still reach out?
Absolutely. Many of our partners started in the same place.
Our facility’s solid and we love our team, but we’re still working on financial consistency.
That’s more common than you’d think. Let’s talk it through—no pressure, just clarity.
"We weren’t ready either—but we had the conversation. It changed everything."
— Dr. A. Keller, former practice owner
Whether you’re growing your career or considering selling your practice, we’re here to support what’s next.