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The Competition and Markets Authority is concerned pet owners are overpaying for medicines and prescriptions and are not being given basic information such as price lists and prescription costs

Britains competition regulator is pressing ahead with a full market investigation into the veterinary sector amid concerns pet owners are being overcharged.

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has said it will start a formal probe over concerns about high prices and a lack of choice in the industry.

Lindsay McKenna’s wildlife centre takes in exotic animals when owners can’t cope. She and other experts fear the law is failing the very animals it is designed to protect

Some UK pet owners are being tempted by cheaper vet care in Turkey which can potentially include other cosmetic surgery as part of the deal.

The Mirror was offered a package at Pet Clinic Turkey in Antalya that included diagnostic tests for a cat’s broken paw such as X-rays, surgery and aftercare, plus a hotel for pet and owner for 10 days, transfers and a city tour

The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) warned pet owners may be paying too much at the vet for their animals medicine, prescriptions and care.

The British Veterinary Associations president says rising prices are a concern for everyone but its vital to recognise there is no NHS for pets.

British pet owners might be overpaying for medicines and prescriptions, Britains competition watchdog has said, as it considers launching a formal probe into the veterinary sector.

Anna Judson said the speed of the ban created a "very emotionally charged atmosphere" and "some really challenging situations".