Covetrus® announced the opening of a new state-of-the-art distribution center in Grimes, Iowa, that will provide veterinarians with access to more than 5,000 product offerings used to manage vet practices and treat large and small animals. The company is moving to a larger facility to meet the growing demand for its products and services in the greater Midwest region. The facility will primarily serve veterinarians and their practices in Arkansas, Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Montana, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, South Dakota, North Dakota, Texas, Wyoming and Wisconsin.

Measuring more than 80,000 square feet, the new energy-efficient distribution center will maintain a comprehensive selection of products and solutions designed to meet the day-to-day needs of veterinarians and their practices. It will also feature walk in support whereby a veterinarian can visit the facility to pick up products or get other assistance. The expanded facility also allows for greater inventory depth and operational efficiencies, as well as future operational growth.

The new facility will employ more than 40 individuals.