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Private Equity's Ruthless Pet Care Scheme - More Perfect Union
Private equity firms and megacorporations control 50% of all veterinary clinics, up from 10% a decade ago. In that time, the cost of vet care has increased by double the rate of inflation. Vets told us about short staffing, long hours and constant pressure to boost profits.
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Our local clinic is just for "grooming" now. 
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