co.llaborate

Benefit from a network of experienced vets, business
administrators and support services, allowing you to focus on
what’s important – caring for your patients.

redefining care

co.create

Be part of a shared vision to redefine care in the veterinary
industry and create lasting value for you, your patients, and
your practice.

redefining care

co.operate

Join a community of independent practices working
together to build a better industry and a sustainable
vet-owned profession.

redefining care


A partnership model

Leverage the power of a

unique veterinary practice

partnership model.

We believe that together we can improve experiences and outcomes through the co.mpanion network which allows you to concentrate on what you love doing, are trained to do, and are good at doing.

co.mpanion does this by leveraging our inclusive partnership model, which enables the building of successful collaborations between different expertise and skillsets in the true spirit of partnership:

  • Clinical – co.mpanion clinicians deliver the highest value clinical care by being able to focus on their clinical work without the burden and stress of business administration.
  • Administrative – co.mpanion operations supports the evolution of innovative business models  that deliver successful and sustainable financial results with much needed work-life balance for professionals.


The co.mpanion way

Redefining care

For us, success is about delivering outcomes that matter. That’s why we’ll support you in following your passion and working together with you and other practices to build an industry that cares and is greater than the sum of its parts. 

Value-Based Healthcare

Our Partner Network

"co.mpanion helped us to transition from one to four vet shareholders with all our relationships in tact. Through supportive and open communication we overcame new challenges and came out stronger."

Dr Anuschka Smith, Kloof Village Vet

"I used to be like dachshund, on my own and barking up the wrong tree, but now with co.mpanion there is: a guide dog to show me the way, a watch dog to cover my back, a sheep dog to herd my flock (team), a utility dog to do the odd jobs I don’t like, a companion dog to be my best friend."

Dr Hendrik de Swart, Faerie Glen Animal Hospital

“Maya Angelou said that you should do your best until you know better. Then when you know better, do better. We have always done our best, with co.mpanion we think we have found a way to do better.”

Dr NJ and Leonie Heyns, Groenkloof Dierekliniek

“The opportunity as a nurse to be a shareholder and have your voice heard is unique and one-of-a-kind. The co.mpanion model not only gives me a voice, but also the chance to see my passion for the profession become larger than life”

Sr Nicolette Fouché, Menlyn Animal Clinic

"Working with co.mpanion is having a partner who always has your back. It’s a safe space to try new stuff, because there’s someone there to make sure you don’t fall."

Dr Anthea Fleming, Rivonia Village Vet

A structured approach

Structuring a transition plan

We hope to be by your side at every stage of your professional life – from assisting vets and nurses becoming shareholders, to building a thriving, well-respected practice, to ensuring you retire on your terms while leaving your practice in great shape and in good hands.

Creating a mutual partnership

Partnering with us doesn’t mean giving up your practice. Instead, the vets and para-vets working within a practice will own the majority of their practice, with co.mpanion veterinary practitioners bringing continuity and alignment across the independent practices.

Defining roles and responsibilities

While you’re focusing on taking care of your patients, co.mpanion operations will take care of the rest. For a percentage of your gross monthly revenue, co.mpanion operations will help keep the demands of running a successful business separate from providing the best clinical care.

How it works

Introductory
discussion

(2 Hours)

Initial
proposal

(2 Weeks)

Refining & finalising
the proposal

(2-3 Month)

Introductory discussion

  • We’ll introduce you to co.mpanion
  • You’ll tell us about your long-term goals and your vision for the future
  • Then we’ll explain our inclusive partnership model
  • Lastly, we’ll both decide whether we’re interested in taking this further

Initial proposal

  • We’ll first need to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement to ensure your information is protected
  • Then we’ll get to know your business financials and other business-related matters
  • We’ll offer a “high level” valuation of your practice
  • We’ll find ways to bring more actively involved veterinary team partners (from your current team and
    outside) into shareholding
  • We’ll get to know your core clinical expertise and opportunities
  • And once again, we’ll both decide whether we’re interested in building something bigger together

Refining & finalising the proposal

  • You’ll get to review the details of the financials and business documents
  • We’ll put together financing options and arrangements that will suit you
  • We’ll discuss the legal documents
  • Then, we’ll tweak and agree on the valuation
  • Finally, it’s time to celebrate as we sign the documentation and begin our journey together

Introductory
discussion

(2 Hours)

Introductory discussion

  • We’ll introduce you to co.mpanion
  • You’ll tell us about your long-term goals and your vision for the future
  • Then we’ll explain our inclusive partnership model
  • Lastly, we’ll both decide whether we’re interested in taking this further

Initial
proposal

(2 Weeks)

Initial proposal

  • We’ll first need to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement to ensure your information is protected
  • Then we’ll get to know your business financials and other business-related matters
  • We’ll offer a “high level” valuation of your practice
  • We’ll find ways to bring more actively involved veterinary team partners (from your current team and
    outside) into shareholding
  • We’ll get to know your core clinical expertise and opportunities
  • And once again, we’ll both decide whether we’re interested in building something bigger together

Refining & finalising
the proposal

(2-3 Month)

Refining & finalising the proposal

  • You’ll get to review the details of the financials and business documents
  • We’ll put together financing options and arrangements that will suit you
  • We’ll discuss the legal documents
  • Then, we’ll tweak and agree on the valuation
  • Finally, it’s time to celebrate as we sign the documentation and begin our journey together

Value Proposition

Be a veterinary practice owner.
Embrace leadership. Avoid the admin.

Contact us

+27 83 235 9848
ownyourfuture@companion.partners

Address

48 25th Street
Menlo Park
Pretoria
0081
South Africa

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Pretoria
0081

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