Are independent vets really better? The real issue isn’t necessarily who owns them
- Written by Rachel Williams, Reader in Human Resource Management, Cardiff University

Taking your pet to the vet might feel different these days, and there’s a reason for that. About 60% of UK practices are now owned by just six big companies, raising concerns about cost, care and competition.
But ownership is only part of the picture. After four years researching life inside vet practices, I’ve...