Dierenartsencentrum De Merode

What Dierenartsencentrum De Merode does

Dierenartsencentrum De Merode is a multi-specialty companion-animal veterinary clinic located at Grotesteenweg 78 in Berchem (Antwerp), Belgium. Founded in 1987 by veterinarians Roy van Doorn and Kiki Vleeschouwers, the practice has operated continuously for over 30 years and now operates under the legal entity Evidensia Dierenklinieken B.V. (VAT BE0728583628), as part of the Evidensia Belgium BV group. The clinic serves pet owners in Berchem and the wider Antwerp region, with a primary focus on dogs and cats and a secondary offering for exotic species (birds, reptiles, rabbits). It employs approximately ten veterinarians and four veterinary assistants across core disciplines (preventive care, internal medicine, surgery) and specialties (cardiology, dermatology, orthopedics, ophthalmology, acupuncture, behavioral counseling, nutrition, exotic pets), supported by an in-house diagnostic suite comprising digital radiography, ultrasound (including cardiac echo), and blood/urine analyzers.

The business operates on a direct-to-consumer professional services model. Revenue is generated from consultations, surgical procedures (castrations, sterilizations, dental work, complex soft-tissue and ophthalmic surgery, BOAS), customized vaccination programs with titer testing, hospitalization (including incubator care for small animals), specialty consultations and acupuncture, and pharmacy/retail sales of prescription diets, medications, and preventive products (anti-parasitics). Pricing is indicative, VAT-inclusive, and provided on a pay-as-you-go per-visit basis, with cost estimates available on request. Go-to-market is primarily local and inbound via word-of-mouth, the clinic's website (with news/blog content), newsletter signup, Facebook page, and a dedicated parking-accessible physical location; appointment capture is enabled through phone, online booking via the mijndieren.eu and mypets.eu platforms, and walk-ins for emergencies. The clinic also accepts specialty referrals from peer veterinary practices and provides emergency coverage for its own clients and partnered clinics.

Recent activity has been incremental and service-led: a sequence of product launches (Senior Month screening in 2025-10, allergy skin testing in 2024-12, Month of the Tooth dental campaign in 2026-03, Cat Evening educational event in 2026-05), continued specialist hiring (including 2025 graduates), and operating within the Evidensia Belgium network for group-level infrastructure and reciprocal referrals.

Name

Dierenartsencentrum De Merode

Legal name

Evidensia Dierenklinieken B.V.

Website

https://dierenartsendemerode.be

Company type

Private

Founded year

1987

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Dierenartsencentrum De Merode is a multi-specialty companion-animal veterinary clinic in Berchem (Antwerp), Belgium, serving pet owners with preventive care, surgery, cardiology, dermatology, orthopedics, acupuncture, and exotic-pet services since 1987, operating under the Evidensia Belgium network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Veterinary Services

NAICS

Veterinary Services (54194)

akta.pro primary industry

Veterinary Internal Medicine & Oncology Centers (HLAMACAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Veterinary Dermatology & Allergy Specialty Centers (HLAMACAH)

Keywords

• Veterinary services
• Pet healthcare
• Veterinary diagnostics
• Veterinary surgery
• Animal hospital

Headquarters

HQ city

Antwerpen

HQ country

Belgium

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Veterinary Consultations: General and specialized consultations for pets including preventive care check-ups and diagnostic consultations
2. Medical Procedures and Surgery: Surgical procedures including castrations, sterilizations, dental treatments, complex surgeries, and specialized procedures in cardiology, dermatology, and orthopedics
3. Pet Food and Medication Sales: Sale of maintenance and medicinal pet foods, preventive products (anti-parasitics), and prescribed medications from on-site pharmacy
4. Vaccination Services: Customized vaccination programs including titer testing to determine antibody levels before vaccination
5. Hospitalization: Hospitalization fees for pets requiring overnight or extended care, including use of incubator for small animals
6. Acupuncture and Specialty Treatments: Acupuncture treatments and behavioral counseling services

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Dierenartsencentrum De Merode is a veterinary clinic founded in 1987 that provides medical care for companion animals (pets). It offers general veterinary consultations along with specialised services in cardiology, dermatology, surgery, acupuncture, internal medicine, orthopedics, ophthalmology, and behavioural advice, supported by in-house diagnostic imaging (X-ray, ultrasound) and a clinical laboratory.

Product overview

Dierenartsencentrum De Merode is a veterinary clinic offering comprehensive pet healthcare services. The clinic provides preventive care, internal medicine, cardiology, dermatology, and surgery as core offerings, complemented by specialized services including acupuncture, behavioral counseling, and exotic pet care. The clinic operates with in-house diagnostic capabilities including digital radiography, ultrasound, and internal blood/urine analysis equipment, with external laboratory partnerships for specialized testing. Online appointment booking is available through mijndieren.eu and mypets.eu platforms.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• General Veterinary Consultations Routine clinical examinations and primary-care consultations for pet owners seeking diagnosis and treatment of common animal health issues.
• Veterinary Cardiology Specialist cardiac evaluation and care for companion animals, including diagnostics and follow-up treatment for heart conditions.
• Veterinary Dermatology Diagnosis and treatment of skin, coat, ear, and allergic conditions in pets.
• Veterinary Surgery Soft-tissue and general surgical procedures performed on-site for referred and walk-in patients.
• Veterinary Acupuncture Adjunctive acupuncture therapy offered for pets as a complementary treatment modality.
• Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist management of complex internal diseases affecting pet organ systems.
• Veterinary Orthopedics Diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal injuries and orthopedic conditions in companion animals.
• Veterinary Ophthalmology Eye-care examinations and treatment for ocular conditions in pets.
• Behavioural Advice for Pets Counseling and guidance for pet owners addressing behavioural problems in companion animals.
• In-house Diagnostic Imaging (X-ray and Ultrasound) On-site imaging services used to support clinical diagnosis across all specialties.
• In-house Clinical Laboratory On-site laboratory testing enabling rapid analysis of blood, urine, and other samples for diagnostic purposes.

Named customers2 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

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Integration3 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Evidensia Belgium BV / Evidensia DierenkliniekencoreOthersThe clinic is operated under Evidensia Belgium BV, part of the Evidensia Dierenklinieken network. The parent company provides operational infrastructure, administrative support, and brand affiliation. The registered business name is Evidensia Dierenklinieken B.V. with VAT BE0728583628.
• Other Veterinary Practices (Referral Network)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThe clinic accepts referrals from other veterinary practices for specialized services (surgery, orthopedics, dermatology, cardiology) and also refers patients to other clinics when appropriate.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks2 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/dierenartsencentrumdemerode
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/dierenkliniek-vvd

Compliance2 records

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Funding overview

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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