Group 1 - The overall consumer spending on pet health remains strong, with vet clinic revenues increasing by approximately 6% in Q4 of 2025 [1] - There is noticeable pressure on certain consumer segments, particularly millennials and Gen Z, due to factors like student loans, affecting their spending behavior [1] - A decline in clinic visits, including therapeutic visits, is observed, indicating a shift in consumer behavior despite overall revenue growth [1] Group 2 - Corporate-owned vet clinics that have implemented larger price increases over the years are experiencing more pronounced effects from the changing consumer dynamics [1]