Acquisition

CVS Group plc
26 February 2008


For Immediate release                                           26 February 2008


                                 CVS Group plc

                             ('CVS' or the 'Group')

                          Acquisition of 50th Practice


CVS, one of the UK's leading providers of veterinary services, is pleased to
announce the acquisition of Michael Gourley Veterinary Surgeons in Manchester.
This transaction marks the 50th acquisition by CVS, bringing the total number of
surgeries within the group to 140.

The practice acquired was formed in 1954 and employs nine vets across its
principal site in Ashton and five branches in the local area.

In the year ended 30 April 2007 the practice achieved EBITDA of approximately
£150,000 on turnover of £1.533m and had gross assets of £665,000.

Commenting on the acquisition, CVS Chief Executive Simon Innes said:

'We are delighted to welcome Michael Gourley and his team to CVS. Their
reputation for excellence in clinical care makes them an ideal partner for our
existing practitioners'.


Contacts:

CVS Group plc                        01379 644 288
Simon Innes, Chief Executive
Paul Coxon, Finance Director

Buchanan Communications              020 7466 5000
Richard Oldworth
Suzanne Brocks




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