Question 1

How much is my veterinary practice worth?

Accepted Answer

Typical veterinary practice businesses sell at 2.5–4.5× SDE (Seller's Discretionary Earnings) for smaller deals, or 8–14× EBITDA for larger transactions. Actual valuation depends on customer concentration, growth rate, owner dependency, and market timing.

Question 2

How long does it take to sell a veterinary practice?

Accepted Answer

Most veterinary practice sales close in 9–18 months from kickoff to closing. Preparation and valuation: 2-4 weeks. Marketing and buyer vetting: 8-16 weeks. Due diligence: 6-10 weeks. Closing: 2-4 weeks.

Question 3

Who buys veterinary practices in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Typical buyer types include: VetStrategy; VCA Canada; NVA Compassion-First; Veterinarian-buyers. SAZ has direct relationships with buyers in each category and targets only those that fit your specific business.

Question 4

What's most important in due diligence for a veterinary practice?

Accepted Answer

Buyers focus heavily on: Vet retention agreements; CVO compliance; DEA/drug records. SAZ pre-diligences these areas before listing — surprises in DD kill deals or compress price.

Question 5

What drives valuation for veterinary practices?

Accepted Answer

Key value drivers in this industry: Active client base; Veterinarian retention; Real estate (if owned); Specialty (emergency, equine). SAZ positions your business to maximize these in the CIM and buyer conversations.

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