05/14/2026
Folks, when you buy a MARS brand dog food, you are also supporting the VERY HIGH COST of Vetéinary care everywhere.
If your Vet is not family owned, chances are they are also owned by this corporate giant,MARS.
In case you wondered why Veterinarian costs have doubled and tripled,aside from the current Recession we're on,THIS is ONE reason,and you can blame it on MARS and the family that owns it and their greediness.
The veterinary landscape in the USA is highly consolidated, with several major corporations owning a large percentage of clinics, often backed by private equity. Based on data as of early-to-mid 2026. The major corporate veterinary entities dominating the Texas market include massive national chains and rapidly growing regional groups, with Mars Inc. brands (VCA, Banfield) leading in footprint. Key players active in Texas include VCA Animal Hospitals, Banfield Pet Hospital, National Veterinary Associates (NVA), Thrive Pet Care, VetCor, and the rapidly expanding Texas-based CityVet.
• VCA Animal Hospitals (Mars Inc.): Operates numerous locations across Texas, including specialized emergency hospitals like VCA Katy Trail and VCA Southwest Freeway.
• Banfield Pet Hospital (Mars Inc.): Known for locating within PetSmart stores, this is one of the largest chains in the state.
• CityVet: A major regional player headquartered in Dallas, expanding rapidly in Texas, Colorado, and Georgia with a high revenue footprint.
• Thrive Pet Care: Has a major presence, including corporate functions in Austin.
• MedVet: Operates high-end emergency and specialty centers in Texas cities like Dallas.
• BluePearl Specialty and Emergency (Mars Inc.): A key provider of specialty care in Houston and other major Texas cities.
These corporations have significantly increased their presence in Texas, with many focusing on DFW, Houston, and Austin areas,however, there seems to be a saturation beginning here in South Texas,RGV.
The Paw Pantry removed Acana and Orijens several years ago when we noticed problems with the food .
The Paw Pantry is very strict on brands that are allowed on our shelves.
We never hesitate to get rid of brands we no longer trust.
Never shall sit on the shelves of The Paw Pantry
Royal Canine
Iams, Eukanuba
Nutro
Greenies
Blue Buffalo
Science Diet
Purina
Diamond
Wellness
Victor
Merrick will no longer sit on The Paw Pantry shelves.
my list can go on and on .
