Hound and Veterinary Management Groups (VMG) Announce Strategic Partnership to Empower Independent Veterinary Practices

Hound, a leading veterinary work platform, and Veterinary Management Groups (VMG), a premier network of over 2,200 independent veterinary practices across the U.S., today announced a strategic partnership to advance recruiting, relief shift coordination, and employee retention efforts across the veterinary industry.
Through this partnership, VMG member practices will gain access to Hound's comprehensive suite of talent and engagement tools: technology purpose-built to support a modern veterinary workforce, streamline hiring, and foster healthier practice cultures.
"At VMG, we are committed to helping independent practices thrive," said Dr. Link Welborn, CEO of VMG. Recruiting and retaining exceptional veterinary talent is one of the greatest challenges our members face. By partnering with Hound, VMG is equipping its members with the tools they need to build resilient, high-performing teams.
Hound's platform supports over 30,000 veterinary professionals and thousands of practices nationwide. It is built to support recruitment and retention in veterinary medicine, with tailored solutions for attracting top talent, staffing, and building strong teams and workplace culture.
"VMG has built an incredible community of independent practice leaders," said Andrew Luna, CEO of Hound. "We're proud to join forces with an organization that shares our values and vision. Together, we're focused on solving the talent crisis in vet med and making veterinary work more rewarding, sustainable, and human-centered."
This partnership reinforces both organizations' shared commitment to empowering veterinary teams with the tools, resources, and support they need to succeed in a rapidly evolving industry.
To learn more about the partnership or how VMG members can access Hound's solutions, visit www.hound.vet/VMG.

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About Veterinary Management Groups (VMG)
VMG is a collaborative network of over 2,200 independent veterinary practices across North America. Through peer groups, professional development, and strategic business resources, VMG helps practice owners drive growth, profitability, and clinical excellence-while maintaining their independence. Learn more at www.myvmg.com.

About Hound
Hound is a leading veterinary work platform building technology to modernize job search, hiring, relief shift coverage, employee engagement, and access to care. Since 2021, Hound has helped veterinary professionals work how they want, love their work, and care for more pets. Thousands of veterinary hospitals across the U.S. rely on Hound to attract and retain talent. Learn more at www.hound.vet.

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