IDEXX Acquires CoVet, The Farmer's Dog Purchases Woof in September

On September 16, 2026, IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. announced its acquisition of CoVetAI Inc. (CoVet), which specializes in AI-native ambient listening and clinical workflow software designed for veterinary practices. CoVet’s platform aids veterinary teams in capturing and organizing patient data from consultation through treatment and client follow-up, aiming to reduce the documentation workload. Serving both corporate groups and independent practices, CoVet’s software is utilized by tens of thousands of clinicians across North America, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand. The acquisition will integrate CoVet into IDEXX's software ecosystem while continuing to support other ambient scribe tools and non-IDEXX management systems. Mike Erickson, president and CEO of IDEXX, stated that CoVet enhances their diagnostic and software ecosystem with its workflow intelligence capabilities. The financial details of the deal were not disclosed.

Just two days later, on September 18, 2026, The Farmer's Dog, a company that produces fresh, human-grade dog food, announced the completion of its acquisition of Woof, known for its refillable pet wellness products like the Pupsicle. This acquisition marks the first for The Farmer's Dog. Woof will maintain its independent branding and leadership but will benefit from The Farmer's Dog’s resources for its growth. Established in 2019, Woof achieved recognition as the No. 3 fastest-growing private company in America and No. 1 in consumer products on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list. Financial terms of this acquisition were also not disclosed.