Chewy Acquires Modern Animal to Expand Veterinary Care

Chewy, a leading online retailer of pet products, has announced the acquisition of Modern Animal on April 8, 2026, a veterinary care provider operating clinics in key U.S. markets including Austin, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, Orange County, Phoenix, and the San Francisco Bay Area. The acquisition aims to integrate Modern Animal’s veterinary services into Chewy’s platform, creating a comprehensive pet care ecosystem that combines retail and healthcare.

While the financial terms of the deal were not disclosed, Chewy confirms that all Modern Animal clinics will remain open and continue operating as usual. Existing veterinary teams and care staff will stay in place, ensuring continuity of care for pet owners. Scheduled appointments, surgeries, and procedures will proceed without interruption.

Modern Animal offers a broad range of veterinary services, including primary care, urgent care, 24/7 virtual care, pharmacy, vaccines, dental care, and surgery. The company also provides specialized care for puppies, kittens, and senior pets, supported by membership plans designed to enhance pet health management.

Chewy’s acquisition reflects a strategic move to expand beyond e-commerce by incorporating direct veterinary care. This integration allows Chewy to cross-sell pet products and veterinary services, leverage Modern Animal’s membership model to increase customer lifetime value, and expand prescription fulfillment through Chewy Pharmacy. The partnership also aims to streamline appointment scheduling, prescription management, and virtual care services via Chewy’s digital platform.

From a market perspective, this acquisition strengthens Chewy’s position in the pet healthcare sector by offering a more holistic service portfolio. It also accelerates industry consolidation as competitors may respond by expanding their own veterinary services or forming partnerships. The deal supports Chewy’s long-term mission to provide convenient, high-quality pet care across multiple channels.

Financial details such as deal value, revenue multiples, or funding sources have not been publicly disclosed. No investment banks or legal advisors have been named in connection with the transaction.

For customers, the acquisition does not change membership fees, service pricing, or benefits at this time. Modern Animal memberships and Chewy Wellness Plans will continue to operate separately, with no current plans for rebranding or integration of membership benefits across clinics. The Modern Animal app remains the primary tool for booking appointments and communicating with care teams, while the Chewy app continues to serve retail and pharmacy functions.

Data security and medical record management remain under Modern Animal’s control, with no changes to how pet health information is stored or accessed. Customers visiting Chewy clinics will not have automatic access to Modern Animal records, and vice versa, though records can be requested as needed.

Looking ahead, Chewy plans to invest in expanding access to veterinary care and enhancing the integrated pet care experience. The companies will communicate any future changes directly to customers. Regulatory approvals and integration processes are expected to proceed smoothly, with a focus on maintaining quality and consistency of care.

This acquisition marks a significant step in Chewy’s evolution from an e-commerce retailer to a comprehensive pet healthcare provider, combining product sales with clinical services to better serve pet owners nationwide.