De Graafschap Dierenartsen
De Graafschap Dierenartsen is a multi-location Dutch mixed veterinary practice headquartered in Vorden, operating eight clinics across the Achterhoek and Liemers regions to deliver primary and specialty care for companion animals, horses, and livestock as a subsidiary of IVC Evidensia.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1999
- HeadquartersVorden, Gelderland, Netherlands
- Headcount51–100
- GTM typeB2C
- OfferingServices
What De Graafschap Dierenartsen does
De Graafschap Dierenartsen is a mixed veterinary practice headquartered in Vorden, Netherlands, operating eight clinic locations across the Achterhoek and Liemers regions. It serves three primary customer segments — companion animal owners (dogs, cats, rabbits, rodents), horse and pony owners, and livestock farmers (dairy and beef cattle, hobby pigs) — delivering both first-line primary care and second-line specialty veterinary services. The practice employs approximately 30 veterinarians organized into species-differentiated teams and more than 50 paraveterinary assistants, supported by certified specialists in surgery, orthopedics, ophthalmology, reproduction, and behavior therapy.
The service portfolio spans preventive care, vaccinations, dentistry, surgery, and emergency care, plus an in-house diagnostic stack that includes a CT-scan, digital radiography with mobile equine units, ultrasound, endoscopy, therapeutic laser, and a clinical laboratory for blood, urine, fecal, bacteriological, and pathological analysis. Specialty procedures include PennHIP-certified hip dysplasia screening, ECVO hereditary eye examinations, orthopedic surgery with PRP, and a certified equine insemination station. The practice is a subsidiary of Evidensia Nederland B.V., itself part of the pan-European IVC Evidensia veterinary group, with after-hours emergency cases routed to Evidensia Dierenziekenhuis Arnhem.
The business model combines fee-for-service veterinary consultations and procedures, a recurring Dier & ZorgPlan subscription covering preventive care with discounted treatments, dispensing of medications and prescription diets, and direct-to-consumer channels including online appointment booking via Vetstoria and a livestock customer portal powered by Animana. Distribution is through the eight physical clinics, on-site farm visits, phone scheduling for complex cases, and digital marketing across website, blog, email, and social channels (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube). The practice is expanding via the November 2025 merger of its Velp location with Dierenkliniek Velp-Veluwezoom.
De Graafschap Dierenartsen firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- De Graafschap Dierenartsen
- Legal name
- De Graafschap Dierenartsen
- Website
- https://degraafschapdierenartsen.nl
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1999
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 51–100 employees
- Short description
- De Graafschap Dierenartsen is a multi-location Dutch mixed veterinary practice headquartered in Vorden, operating eight clinics across the Achterhoek and Liemers regions to deliver primary and specialty care for companion animals, horses, and livestock as a subsidiary of IVC Evidensia.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
De Graafschap Dierenartsen industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Veterinary Services
- NAICS
- Veterinary Services (541940), Pet Care (except Veterinary) Services (812910), Support Activities for Animal Production (11521)
- SIC
- Services-Misc Health & Allied Services, Nec (8090)
- akta.pro primary industry
- General Practice Veterinary Clinics (Wellness & Primary Care) (HLAMAAAA)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Field Services, Mobile Imaging & On-Farm Procedures (HLAMABAK), Routine On-Farm Veterinary Services (Exams, Treatment, Prescribing) (AFACADAB), Veterinary Internal Medicine & Oncology Centers (HLAMACAD)
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Where De Graafschap Dierenartsen is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Vorden, Gelderland
- HQ country
- Netherlands
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices9 records
Markets served
De Graafschap Dierenartsen business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2C
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain
Revenue model
- Veterinary consultations and treatments: Direct patient care including consultations, examinations, medical treatments, and surgical procedures for companion animals, horses, and farm animals
- Dier & ZorgPlan subscription: Monthly subscription covering preventive care including vaccinations, parasite treatments, with discounts on consultations and treatments
- Medication and pharmaceutical sales: Dispensing of prescribed medications, anti-parasiticides, and prescription diets
- Laboratory services: Diagnostic testing including blood analysis, urine and fecal examination, bacteriological cultures, and microscopic research
- Specialist procedures: Advanced procedures including CT scans, orthopedic surgeries, eye treatments, and reproductive services
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Subscription | Monthly | Dier & ZorgPlan subscription covering preventive care for dogs and cats |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels5 records
Marketing channels6 records
De Graafschap Dierenartsen product offering
Product offeringCore offering
De Graafschap Dierenartsen operates a multi-location mixed veterinary practice delivering first-line and specialized veterinary care for companion animals, horses, and farm animals across 8 clinics in the Achterhoek and Liemers regions of the Netherlands. The practice offers consultations, vaccinations, surgery, dentistry, orthopedics, ophthalmology, behavior therapy, advanced diagnostic imaging (CT, digital X-ray, ultrasound, endoscopy), laboratory services, and a certified equine insemination station, supported by 24/7 emergency care and a monthly preventive-care subscription (Dier & ZorgPlan).
Product overview
De Graafschap Dierenartsen operates as a modern mixed veterinary practice in the Achterhoek and Liemers regions, offering a comprehensive portfolio of animal healthcare services organized around three core divisions: companion animals (dogs, cats, rabbits, rodents), horses, and farm animals. The practice functions as a multi-location operation with a main clinic in Vorden, an equine clinic in Vorden, a farm animal location in Steenderen, and satellite clinics in Doesburg, Eerbeek, Ruurlo, Wehl, and Zutphen. Beyond primary care, the practice provides specialized services including CT scanning, digital radiography, ultrasound, laser therapy, endoscopy, ophthalmology, orthopedics, and dentistry. Specialty offerings encompass behavior therapy, physiotherapy and osteopathy, and a certified equine insemination station. The practice also operates a subscription-based Pet Care Plan (Dier & Zorgplan) and maintains an online customer portal for livestock farmers. Two dog grooming salons operate from the Vorden premises.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Companion Animal Veterinary Services Comprehensive veterinary care for dogs, cats, rabbits, and rodents including preventive care, vaccinations, dentistry, surgery, behavior therapy, and specialized disciplines such as endoscopy, ophthalmology, orthopedics, and chronic disease management. Targeted at pet owners in the Achterhoek and Liemers regions.
- Equine (Horse) Veterinary Services Equine veterinary services including dentistry, internal medicine, orthopedics with lameness examination, gynecology and fertility with a certified insemination station, surgery, laboratory diagnostics, and vaccination programs. Targeted at horse and pony owners in the Achterhoek and Liemers regions.
- Farm Animal Veterinary Services Veterinary services for dairy cattle, beef cattle, and hobby pigs, including bacteriological milk analysis, on-site farm visits, deworming programs, herd health management, fertility management, laboratory diagnostics, and medication dispensing through the Steenderen pharmacy. Targeted at livestock farmers in the Achterhoek and Liemers regions.
- CT-scan Diagnostic Imaging Computed tomography imaging service available at the Vorden location for detailed cross-sectional diagnostic imaging of companion animals and horses, including referrals from other veterinary practices.
- Digital Radiography (X-ray) Digital X-ray services including mobile radiography units for on-site imaging of horses at the owner's premises, complementing in-clinic imaging at Vorden and other locations.
- Ultrasound (Echography) Ultrasound imaging services for diagnostic purposes in both companion animals and equine patients, including lameness investigation in horses.
- Endoscopy Endoscopic procedures including gastroscopy and respiratory/airway endoscopy for horses, and endoscopic sterilization procedures for dogs.
- Laser Therapy Therapeutic laser treatment offered for companion animals and horses, including post-injury recovery, tissue healing, and pain management.
- Laboratory Services In-house laboratory services including blood analysis, urine and fecal examination, bacteriological testing, microscopic examination, pathological analysis, and skin scrapings, fungal cultures, and biopsies in partnership with external laboratories.
- Ophthalmology (Eye Care) Eye specialist services for companion animals and horses, including ECVO hereditary eye examinations, delivered by a Europe-recognized ophthalmology specialist in collaboration with the practice team.
- Orthopedics Orthopedic services including lameness investigations in horses, joint injections, PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) treatments, surgical interventions, and PennHIP-certified hip dysplasia screening in dogs from 16 weeks.
- Dentistry Dental care services for companion animals and horses, including professional dental treatments, delivered by NVVGP-certified equine dentists and companion animal dentistry specialists.
- Behavior Therapy Behavioral therapy services for dogs delivered by kynological behavior therapist Edith Voortman at the Zutphen Leesten clinic, addressing anxiety, behavioral problems, and training-related issues.
- Equine Insemination Station Certified horse breeding and artificial insemination facility providing fertility management, uterine endoscopy, and artificial breeding services for horse breeders.
- Osteopathy and Physiotherapy Animal physiotherapy and osteopathy services for horses and companion animals provided by Mariëlle Kamphorst in collaboration with the veterinary team at Paardenkliniek Vorden.
- Dier & ZorgPlan (Pet Care Plan) Monthly subscription preventive-care plan for dogs and cats covering free annual vaccinations, year-round parasite treatment, 30% discount on consultations and treatments, 10% discount on medications and additional vaccinations, and 10% discount on selected food. Billed monthly.
- Klantportaal (Livestock Customer Portal) Online customer portal (Animana-powered) for livestock farmers to access herd dossiers, administered medication records, reminders, and visit forms for their animals.
- Geboortepakket (Birth Package) Birth preparation package for expecting horse owners containing essential materials for delivery and newborn foal care, including tail bandage, disinfectant, navel clamp, thermometer, and checklist.
- Dog Grooming Salons Two on-site dog grooming salons operating from the Vorden headquarters, providing grooming services for dogs and cats.
- 24/7 Emergency Veterinary Services Round-the-clock emergency veterinary services across all species, with after-hours companion animal cases routed to Evidensia Dierenziekenhuis Arnhem between 20:00 and 08:00.
Quantifiable outcome
- Dier & ZorgPlan provides 30% discount on consultations and treatments, 10% discount on medication and vaccinations
Companies that use De Graafschap Dierenartsen
Customer profileNamed customers4 records
Segments3 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
De Graafschap Dierenartsen technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration2 records
Feature10 records
De Graafschap Dierenartsen partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Five partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.
- Dierenkliniek Velp-VeluwezoomminorMerger effective November 3, 2025. The Velp location of De Graafschap Dierenartsen merged with Dierenkliniek Velp-Veluwezoom. After renovation, the location will reopen as Dierenkliniek Velp.
- Evidensia Dierenziekenhuis ArnhemcoreAfter-hours emergency partnership for companion animal care outside regular opening hours (20:00-08:00). Patients requiring emergency care during these periods are automatically referred to the Evidensia emergency clinic in Arnhem.
- IVC Evidensia GroupcoreParent company structure: De Graafschap Dierenartsen is a subsidiary of Evidensia Nederland B.V., which is part of the IVC Evidensia Group, one of Europe's largest veterinary practice groups. Personal data may be shared with IVC Evidensia companies.
- Marielle Kamphorst (Animal physiotherapist and osteopath)minorCollaborating animal physiotherapist and osteopath providing services for horses and companion animals, working alongside the veterinary team at the Vorden horse clinic.
- Christiane Görig (Ophthalmology specialist)minorEurope-recognized ophthalmology specialist serving both companion animals and horses, working in collaboration with the practice team.
Scale indicators5 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights5 records
De Graafschap Dierenartsen competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- VetStrategy: Canadian veterinary clinic network with primary care and specialty services across more than 400 locations; comparable in multi-site mixed practice model, though geographically focused on Canada and not directly competing in Europe.
- Greencross Vets: Australia's largest veterinary clinic network combining primary care practices, specialty hospitals, and retail pet services; comparable in scale, mixed primary-plus-specialty model, and group-level operating leverage, though operating in Australia rather than Europe.
- CVS Group plc: UK-listed integrated veterinary services group operating primary care practices, referral hospitals, and laboratories; comparable in mixed-animal and small-animal practice structure, though at greater scale and with a labs division that this practice lacks at scale.
- Linnaeus Veterinary Limited: UK veterinary group (part of Mars Petcare) combining primary care practices with referral hospitals and specialist centers; shares the Mars Petcare parent and similar specialty-plus-primary hybrid model, though operating primarily in the UK market.
- VCA Animal Hospitals: Large US veterinary hospital chain (also owned by Mars Petcare); comparable in multi-specialty referral and primary care model, but at much larger national scale with broader specialty depth than a single Dutch regional group.
Direct peers
- Evidensia: The direct corporate parent brand and sister network of clinics across Europe; Evidensia-owned practices offer the same multi-species primary and specialty veterinary services model and share clinical protocols, procurement, and IT infrastructure with this practice.
- AniCura: Pan-European veterinary care group operating primary and specialty clinics across the Nordics, DACH, and Benelux; like De Graafschap Dierenartsen it sits inside the IVC Evidensia/Mars Petcare ecosystem and offers referral-grade specialty services (orthopedics, ophthalmology, advanced imaging) alongside primary care.
- Sterkliniek Dierenartsen: Dutch veterinary franchise/cooperative network of independently owned clinics offering companion animal primary care, surgery, and diagnostics across the Netherlands; comparable in multi-site primary care model and Dutch regional coverage, though less specialty-equipment-heavy than De Graafschap.
Others
- GD Animal Health (Royal GD): Dutch animal health organization providing diagnostics, herd health monitoring, and livestock veterinary expertise to Dutch farmers; comparable as a Dutch livestock and farm-animal health partner, though structured as a cooperative rather than a retail clinic chain.
- Mars Petcare: Indirect parent via ownership of IVC Evidensia; Mars Petcare owns AniCura, VCA, Linnaeus, and Banfield among others, providing group-level capital, clinical standards, and the global pet care ecosystem this practice operates within.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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De Graafschap Dierenartsen leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles24 records
De Graafschap Dierenartsen funding detail
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Funding rounds
Investors
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De Graafschap Dierenartsen M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about De Graafschap Dierenartsen
What does De Graafschap Dierenartsen do?
De Graafschap Dierenartsen operates a multi-location mixed veterinary practice delivering first-line and specialized veterinary care for companion animals, horses, and farm animals across 8 clinics in the Achterhoek and Liemers regions of the Netherlands. The practice offers consultations, vaccinations, surgery, dentistry, orthopedics, ophthalmology, behavior therapy, advanced diagnostic imaging (CT, digital X-ray, ultrasound, endoscopy), laboratory services, and a certified equine insemination station, supported by 24/7 emergency care and a monthly preventive-care subscription (Dier & ZorgPlan).
Is De Graafschap Dierenartsen a public or private company?
De Graafschap Dierenartsen is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was De Graafschap Dierenartsen founded?
De Graafschap Dierenartsen was founded in 1999. It employs 51 to 100 people.
Where is De Graafschap Dierenartsen based?
De Graafschap Dierenartsen is headquartered in Vorden, Gelderland, Netherlands, in the Europe region.
How does De Graafschap Dierenartsen make money?
Five revenue lines are on record. Veterinary consultations and treatments are the primary driver. The others are dier & ZorgPlan subscription, medication and pharmaceutical sales, laboratory services and specialist procedures.
Who are De Graafschap Dierenartsen's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are VetStrategy, Greencross Vets, CVS Group plc, Linnaeus Veterinary Limited and VCA Animal Hospitals. Direct peers are Evidensia, AniCura and Sterkliniek Dierenartsen. Others are GD Animal Health (Royal GD) and Mars Petcare.
Does De Graafschap Dierenartsen have an API?
No public API is recorded for De Graafschap Dierenartsen.
What industry is De Graafschap Dierenartsen in?
De Graafschap Dierenartsen's product category is Veterinary Services. Its primary akta.pro industry code is HLAMAAAA, General Practice Veterinary Clinics (Wellness & Primary Care), with a secondary code of HLAMABAK, Field Services, Mobile Imaging & On-Farm Procedures. Its NAICS code is 541940 and its SIC code is 8090.