de graafschap dierenartsen

What de graafschap dierenartsen does

De Graafschap Dierenartsen is a private mixed veterinary practice founded in 2004 and headquartered in Vorden, Netherlands. It serves companion-animal owners, horse owners, and cattle and pig farmers in the Achterhoek and Liemers regions through nine locations, using a Vorden-centered hub-and-spoke model and 24/7 emergency coverage. The practice is registered under Evidensia Nederland B.V. and operates as part of IVC Evidensia.

Its service portfolio covers routine preventive care, consultations, surgery, internal medicine, dentistry, reproductive and orthopedic services, behavior therapy, and emergency treatment. The clinical technology stack includes a CT scanner for detailed internal imaging, digital radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, laser therapy, and in-house laboratory testing; PennHIP certification, a recognized equine insemination station, and specialist-led ophthalmology and reproduction services broaden the specialty offering. Operational tools include the Animana livestock portal, Vetstoria online booking, and FreeStyle Libre glucose monitoring for diabetic cats.

The business generates fees from veterinary consultations, treatments, surgeries, diagnostic services, medication and prescription-diet sales, and on-site pharmacy activity. It also offers Dier & Zorgplan, a fixed monthly subscription that includes annual vaccinations and year-round parasite prevention, alongside a 30% discount on consultations and treatments and 10% on medications and selected food. Customer acquisition and retention rely primarily on direct-to-consumer regional clinics, supplemented by online appointment booking, the Animana livestock portal, educational content, email, and social media channels.

Name

de graafschap dierenartsen

Legal name

Evidensia Nederland B.V.

Website

https://degraafschapdierenartsen.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Short description

De Graafschap Dierenartsen is a private mixed veterinary practice in the Achterhoek and Liemers regions of the Netherlands, serving companion-animal owners, horse owners, and cattle and pig farmers through nine locations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Veterinary Services

NAICS

Veterinary Services (54194)

SIC

Services-Misc Health & Allied Services, Nec (8090)

akta.pro primary industry

General Practice Veterinary Clinics (Wellness & Primary Care) (HLAMAAAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Preventive Care & Vaccination Clinics (HLAMAAAB)

Keywords

• Veterinary care services
• Companion animal healthcare
• Equine veterinary services
• Livestock veterinary services
• Animal diagnostic imaging

Headquarters

HQ city

Vorden

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices9 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Veterinary Consultations and Treatments: Core revenue from consultations, medical treatments, surgeries, and procedures for companion animals, horses, and livestock
2. Diagnostic Services: Laboratory tests, imaging (X-ray, ultrasound, CT-scan), blood analysis, and pathology services
3. Medication and Pharmacy Sales: Dispensing of medications, anti-parasitics, and prescription diets from on-site pharmacy
4. Dier & Zorgplan Subscription: Monthly subscription covering preventive care (vaccinations, parasite treatments) with 30% discount on consultations and treatments, 10% discount on medications and food

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

De Graafschap Dierenartsen is a mixed veterinary practice providing first-line and specialized medical care for companion animals (dogs, cats, rabbits, rodents), horses, and livestock (cattle and pigs) across 9 locations in the Achterhoek and Liemers regions of the Netherlands. The practice delivers preventive care, diagnostics (CT-scan, digital X-ray, ultrasound, in-house laboratory), surgery, dentistry, ophthalmology, orthopedics, behavioral therapy, certified equine insemination, and 24/7 emergency services, supplemented by a recurring Dier & Zorgplan pet wellness subscription.

Product overview

De Graafschap Dierenartsen is a multi-location mixed veterinary practice in the Achterhoek and Liemers regions of the Netherlands, operating as part of the IVC Evidensia group. The practice offers a comprehensive portfolio organized into three core divisions: Gezelschapsdieren (companion animals including dogs, cats, and small mammals), Paarden (equine services from a dedicated horse clinic in Vorden), and Landbouwhuisdieren (livestock services for cattle and pigs). The practice provides both first-line primary care and specialized second-line services including surgery, endoscopy, ophthalmology, orthopedics, and advanced medical imaging (CT-scan, digital radiography, ultrasound). Diagnostic capabilities are supported by in-house laboratory services for blood, bacteriological, urine, and fecal analysis. The practice operates multiple specialty services including behavioral therapy, laser therapy, dentistry, PennHIP certification, and a certified horse insemination station. Patient care is supplemented by paraveterinary consultations (arthritis management, diabetes coaching, nutrition counseling), a pet wellness subscription plan (Dier & Zorgplan), 24/7 emergency services, online appointment booking, and prescription refill services. The practice also offers a bacteriological milk testing course for dairy farmers and maintains an online customer portal (Animana) for livestock clients.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Dierenkliniek Velp: Location in Velp, merging with Dierenkliniek Velp-Veluwezoom and rebranding in 2026

Products and services

• Gezelschapsdieren (Companion Animal Services) Comprehensive veterinary services for dogs, cats, and small mammals including preventive care, medical treatment, surgery, and behavioral therapy. Covers vaccination, dental care, diabetes management, parasite treatment, titer testing, and hereditary screening, delivered at the Vorden HQ and 7 satellite companion-animal clinics.
• Paarden (Equine Services) Specialized horse healthcare including first and second-line veterinary care, lameness examination, fertility services, surgery (OCD, ovariotomy, kissing spines, EOTRH), dentistry, laboratory diagnostics, vaccination, and endoscopy, delivered from the dedicated Paardenkliniek Vorden.
• Landbouwhuisdieren (Livestock Services) Veterinary services for cattle and pigs, including bacteriological milk testing, herd health management, medication dispensing, farm visits, and emergency services, delivered from the Steenderen livestock location and supported by an on-site pharmacy.
• CT-scan Imaging Computed tomography imaging for detailed internal diagnostic imaging of companion animals, enabling advanced diagnostic capabilities for complex cases that exceed standard radiography.
• Digital Radiography (Digitale Röntgen) Digital X-ray imaging available for companion animals and horses, including mobile equine radiography, enabling rapid diagnostic imaging for orthopedic and clinical examinations.
• Ultrasound (Echografie) Ultrasound imaging for diagnostic purposes across companion animals and horses, supporting internal medicine, reproduction, and lameness investigation.
• Endoscopy (Endoscopie) Endoscopic examination services including laparoscopic (minimally invasive) sterilization for companion animals and airway and gastric scopy for horses.
• Ophthalmology (Oogheelkunde) Specialized eye care delivered by a European-recognized ophthalmology specialist for companion animals and horses, including ECVO eye examinations.
• Orthopedics (Orthopedie) Surgical and non-surgical orthopedic treatment for companion animals and horses, including joint injections, PRP therapy, mesotherapy, and lameness workups.
• Behavioral Therapy (Gedragstherapie) Behavioral therapy services by a kynological behavioral therapist for dogs, including treatment of firework anxiety and other behavioral issues.
• Laser Therapy (Lasertherapie) Laser therapy for pain management and healing, available for companion animals, horses, and as part of paraveterinary consultation services.
• Laboratory Services (Laboratorium) In-house laboratory services for blood analysis, bacteriological testing, urine and fecal examination, viral and fungal investigation, pathological analysis, and microscopy, available for multiple animal types.
• Certified Equine Insemination Station (Inseminatiestation) Certified insemination station for horses offering fertility management, uterine examination, uterine cyst diagnosis, and breeding services with recognized status for equine reproduction.
• Dentistry (Tandheelkunde) Professional dental treatment for companion animals and horses, including routine dental care and specialized procedures.
• Dier & Zorgplan (Pet Wellness Plan Subscription) Recurring monthly subscription for dogs and cats covering annual vaccinations, year-round parasite prevention, 30% discount on consultations and treatments (valid at all Evidensia clinics), and 10% discount on medications and selected pet food.
• Paraveterinary Consultations (Paraveterinaire Consulten) Specialized paraveterinary consultations including arthritis management guidance, diabetes coaching, Feedwise nutrition consultations, fitness training, and laser therapy support.
• 24/7 Emergency Veterinary Service (Spoeddienst) 24/7 emergency veterinary care for companion animals and horses with on-call veterinarians, supported by an after-hours partnership with Evidensia Dierenziekenhuis Arnhem for companion-animal cases between 20:00 and 08:00.
• Online Repeat Prescription Service (Herhaalrecept) Online prescription refill service for companion animals on long-term medication, anti-parasitic treatments, or prescription diet food, enabling owners to request repeat medications without visiting the clinic.
• Hereditary and Orthopedic Screening (Erfelijkheidsonderzoeken) Genetic and orthopedic screening services including PennHIP-certified hip dysplasia assessment (from 16 weeks of age), official HD/ED X-rays, patella luxation examination, and ECVO eye examinations for breeding and pre-purchase evaluation.
• Online Appointment Booking (Online Afspraak Maken) Web-based self-service scheduling for regular appointments and vaccinations via the clinic's website, supported by the Vetstoria booking platform.
• Bacteriological Milk Testing Course for Farmers Training course for dairy farmers covering mastitis treatment through bacteriological analysis of milk samples, including differentiation between gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria and targeted antibiotic use to reduce resistance.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduced antibiotic use through targeted mastitis treatment protocols taught in farmer courses
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• IVC EvidensiacoreOthersParent company providing corporate backing, brand identity, operational support, and network benefits as part of one of Europe's largest veterinary groups. De Graafschap Dierenartsen operates under the IVC Evidensia umbrella with shared privacy policies and general terms.
• LintjeshofcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partnership providing access to specialized pig health expertise, unique monitoring systems, and innovative research methods in pig health care, enabling De Graafschap Dierenartsen to maintain leadership in the pig sector
• Evidensia Dierenziekenhuis ArnhemcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAfter-hours emergency collaboration for companion animal services between 20:00 and 08:00, providing continuity of care for urgent cases outside regular opening hours. The Dier & ZorgPlan discount also applies at this facility.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• AniCura: Multi-specialty European veterinary group with companion animal clinics, equine hospitals, and advanced diagnostic capabilities across multiple countries. Directly comparable to De Graafschap Dierenartsen's mixed practice and specialty referral positioning under a large European corporate parent.
• Sterkliniek Dierenartsen: Leading Dutch veterinary cooperative of independently-owned GP clinics operating under shared quality standards. Comparable multi-location Dutch companion animal model with similar scale and customer segments in the Netherlands.
• Dierenkliniek Velp-Veluwezoom: Regional Dutch companion animal veterinary clinic currently being merged into De Graafschap Dierenartsen's Velp location. Comparable GP and specialty mix serving an overlapping Achterhoek/Veluwe catchment.
• Evidensia Dierenziekenhuis Arnhem: Sister clinic under the IVC Evidensia group providing emergency and specialty referral services in the Dutch market. Directly comparable operating model and corporate backing, and serves as De Graafschap's after-hours emergency backup.

Broad incumbents

• Medivet Group: UK veterinary group with 300+ practices combining GP, specialty referral, and 24/7 emergency services. Comparable hub-and-spoke model and multi-species product mix at a substantially larger UK scale.
• CVS Group: UK listed veterinary group combining small animal GP practices with specialty referral and equine hospitals. Comparable revenue mix from companion animal services with growing specialty exposure.
• Greencross Vets: Australian veterinary group combining GP clinics, specialty hospitals, and integrated pet care services. Comparable mixed practice model combining primary care and specialty with recurring wellness revenue.
• Mars Veterinary Health: Global veterinary services platform (parent of VCA, Linnaeus, and AniCura-adjacent assets) operating more than 3,000 clinics worldwide. Direct corporate-peer to IVC Evidensia with comparable roll-up strategy across companion animal, specialty, and equine.
• Linnaeus Veterinary Limited: UK veterinary group (Mars Petcare subsidiary) operating primary care practices and specialty referral hospitals. Comparable advanced equipment positioning and specialty referral economics.
• VCA Animal Hospitals: Largest North American veterinary group with GP, specialty, and emergency hospitals featuring advanced imaging (CT/MRI). Comparable advanced equipment footprint and specialty referral-driven hub model at much larger scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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