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2021
Chewy sues Covetrus over alleged diversion of online orders
Chewy sued Covetrus, alleging it illegally diverted potential purchases of pet medication and food away from Chewy. The source says Chewy expanded its complaint on September 24; the allegations are not presented as a court determination.
2020
Heska completes acquisition of scil animal care
Heska announced that it completed its acquisition of scil animal care from Covetrus for US$110 million in cash, subject to customary closing adjustments.
2020
Covetrus plans a majority-owned joint venture with Distrivet
Covetrus announced plans to consolidate its businesses in Portugal and Spain with Spanish veterinary-products company Distrivet SA, creating a joint venture in which Covetrus will hold a majority share. The transactions were expected to close within 90 days.
2020
Covetrus plans to sell scil animal care to Heska
Covetrus announced plans to sell its German subsidiary scil animal care co. to Heska for $125 million in cash; the transactions were expected to close within 90 days.
2019
Covetrus announces executive leadership succession
Covetrus announced that CEO Benjamin Shaw had resigned and would serve as a strategic advisor to its board. Board chair Benjamin Wolin would become acting CEO and president, while lead independent director Philip A. Laskawy would become chairman.