CVS colleagues and clients raise over £75,000 for StreetVet

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CVS’ colleagues and clients have raise have raised over £75,000 for StreetVet since July 2025.

The money raised from the collaboration will help StreetVet to deliver much needed free accessible veterinary care to the pets of those experiencing homelessness by taking the practice to the pavement, providing essential medical supplies, preventative treatments and daily pet essentials, as well as helping to support initiatives like the StreetVet Accredited Hostel and Day Centre Scheme.

"The launch of our Equine SQP qualification reflects growing demand for flexible, accessible training routes within the veterinary and equine sectors. We are proud to offer a programme that enables learners to gain a recognised qualification while balancing work and other commitments." "By studying online with support from our experienced SQP tutors, learners can develop the knowledge, confidence and practical skills required to prescribe and supply veterinary medicines responsibly, while helping to support equine health and welfare."

To raise funds, CVS colleagues have held numerous fundraising events including sponsored walks, bake sales and dog shows. CVS has also hosted Pennies’ ‘digital charity boxes’ at its client payment points within 400 of its companion animal practices and referrals hospitals throughout the UK. Pennies has enabled clients to choose to make small donations when paying with their card or mobile wallet.

This is the second time that the veterinary group’s colleagues voted for StreetVet to be their Charity of the Year.

Chief Veterinary Officer of CVS Group, Paul Higgs, said:

"StreetVet is a vital charity doing crucial work within our communities. The impact made from the money raised is a representation of the tireless commitment to people and animals shown by our colleagues up and down the country".
Zoe Abbotts, CEO of StreetVet, said:
"The launch of our Equine SQP qualification reflects growing demand for flexible, accessible training routes within the veterinary and equine sectors. We are proud to offer a programme that enables learners to gain a recognised qualification while balancing work and other commitments." "By studying online with support from our experienced SQP tutors, learners can develop the knowledge, confidence and practical skills required to prescribe and supply veterinary medicines responsibly, while helping to support equine health and welfare."
"The launch of our Equine SQP qualification reflects growing demand for flexible, accessible training routes within the veterinary and equine sectors. We are proud to offer a programme that enables learners to gain a recognised qualification while balancing work and other commitments." "By studying online with support from our experienced SQP tutors, learners can develop the knowledge, confidence and practical skills required to prescribe and supply veterinary medicines responsibly, while helping to support equine health and welfare."
“We are incredibly grateful to CVS colleagues for choosing StreetVet as its Charity of the Year partner for a second time, and for the enthusiasm, dedication and generosity shown by colleagues across the business, and all the clients at participating companion animal practices and referral hospitals. The funds raised through this collaboration will help us continue to provide free veterinary care and essential services to the pets of people experiencing homelessness, enabling us to protect the unique bond between people and their pets. Together, we can make a meaningful difference to the lives of at-risk pet owners and the animals who mean so much to them."

CVS has recently announced its next charity partner as Cats Protection. Colleagues are already planning their next fundraising activities to raise money for the charity.

CVS Group operates across small animal, farm animal, equine and laboratories, with around 500 veterinary practices and referral centres in the UK and Australia. For more information about CVS companion animal practices visit www.cvsvets.com