Animal Outpatient Specialty Network Acquires a Portfolio of Outpatient Specialty Practices
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Animal Outpatient Specialty Network Acquires a Portfolio of Outpatient Specialty Practices

Acquisition establishes the nation's largest dedicated outpatient veterinary specialty business and reinforces AOSN's position as the employer of choice for veterinary specialists

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Nov. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Animal Outpatient Specialty Network ("AOSN"), a leading provider of outpatient veterinary specialty care, today announced the acquisition of a portfolio of outpatient specialty practices, including certain Arizona Veterinary Dental Specialists, Dentistry and Oral Surgery for Animals, Dermatology for Animals, Eye Care for Animals, and Veterinary Cancer Group clinics. The acquisition establishes AOSN as the nation's largest dedicated outpatient veterinary specialty business in the animal healthcare market, with over 300 veterinary specialists and residents nationwide. The acquisition brings together some of the most respected brands in veterinary specialty medicine with longstanding relationships with referring veterinarians and the communities they serve.

AOSN's specialistâled outpatient network spans dentistry and oral surgery, dermatology, internal medicine, oncology, ophthalmology, and surgery. Built by specialists, for specialists, the company invests significantly in training, continuing education, and technology solutions to help clinicians deliver exceptional patient care and outstanding service to pet parents and referring veterinarians. That commitment to specialist development extends to AOSN's residency program, the nation's largest in outpatient veterinary specialty medicine. Together, these investments have helped strengthen referral and client relationships and drive industry-leading organic growth.

"These are outstanding practices with talented teams, trusted brands, and deep roots in the communities they serve," said Steven Mrha, Chief Executive Officer of AOSN. "We have tremendous respect for what these practices have accomplished and are excited to welcome them to AOSN. Together, we have the opportunity to set a new standard for outpatient veterinary specialty care, where specialists can build exceptional careers, continue developing their skills, and deliver the highest quality care to their patients."

AOSN's growing network of highly regarded clinical teams, differentiated residency and professional development programs, and track record of strong specialist retention and organic growth position the company to expand access to highâquality outpatient veterinary specialty care nationwide.

About Animal Outpatient Specialty Network

Animal Outpatient Specialty Network (AOSN) is a national network of outpatient veterinary specialty practices spanning dentistry & oral surgery, dermatology, internal medicine, oncology, ophthalmology, and surgery. Built by specialists, for specialists, AOSN partners with leading specialists to deliver worldâclass outpatient specialty care in the communities where pet parents live and to train the next generation of veterinary specialists. For more information, please visit www.aosnetwork.com.

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<p>Acquisition establishes the nation's largest dedicated outpatient veterinary specialty business and reinforces AOSN's position as the employer of choice for veterinary specialists NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Nov. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Animal Outpatient Specialty Network ("AOSN"), a leading...</p>

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