Dogs Trust and CVS Vets launch three-year partnership to support dog owners

Dogs Trust and CVS Vets have announced a three-year partnership intended to improve canine health and welfare through better education, awareness and practical guidance for dog owners. CVS practice teams will be able to refer owners to Dogs Trust services, including behaviour support, and will be supported to join the Dog Friendly Clinic Scheme, a programme run jointly by Dogs Trust and the British Veterinary Behaviour Association that trains vet teams to recognise and reduce stress in dogs during clinic visits.

The two organisations also plan to develop joint educational materials and awareness campaigns covering preventative care such as vaccinations, parasite control and routine health checks. Karen Reed, Veterinary and Welfare Director at Dogs Trust, said the aim is to make vet visits easier, build owners' confidence and create more positive experiences for dogs. Lizzie McLennan-Green, Companion Animal Veterinary Director at CVS Group, said preventative healthcare plays a vital role in dogs' lifelong wellbeing.

For dog owners, the partnership points toward calmer, less stressful vet visits and clearer guidance on routine preventative care, with particular attention to helping rehomed and adopted dogs settle into getting the ongoing care they need. Multi-year collaborations of this kind between welfare charities and veterinary groups are becoming more common as both sides look for practical ways to support responsible, informed dog ownership.