The Competition and Markets Authority said on Friday that it has decided the investigate CVS Group’s completed acquisition of Quality Pet Care, which trades asThe Vet.
The watchdog, which has made an initial enforcement order, said it is inviting comments.
The CMA is considering whether the deal will result in a “substantial lessening” of competition within any market or markets in the UK for goods or services.
CVS bought Quality Pet Care on 19 August for £20.4m. The business comprises eight companion animal veterinary practice sites across the UK.
