XLVets Ireland

XLVets Ireland XLVets Ireland is a member-owned group of independent veterinary practices. XLVets Ireland is a network of independently owned veterinary practices.

We support our members with practical, quality services, enabling vets to deliver the highest standards of compassionate, quality veterinary care through Excellence in Practice Our membership model is built by members, for members. Our success is from smart, focused, value driving works, closely collaborating and delivering strong commercial benefits, sound organisational processes and support to

members. XLVets members are part of a successful global community of veterinary networks in the UK, New Zealand and Canada. By providing a model that supports collaborative working, members have the opportunity to share ideas and learn new skills beyond their regional and country boundaries. For more information on XLVets and our member practices please contact the XLVet Ireland Support Office on 061 381505 or email us at [email protected]

This week, we held module seven of our XLVets Graduate Programme in Glen Veterinary. This module covered maximising the ...
05/06/2026

This week, we held module seven of our XLVets Graduate Programme in Glen Veterinary. This module covered maximising the outcome in the primary consultation for small animals and was delivered by Sean Coffey MVB, Mulcair Vets and Kieran O’Mahony MVB, Glen Veterinary.

The module consisted of a morning theory session followed by a practical session in the afternoon, where the graduate were given the opportunity to apply the theory learned. Topics covered included vaccination, dermatology, ophthalmology and sampling techniques.

This module was kindly supported by MSD Animal Health Ireland .

The XLVets Graduate Programme is a two-year comprehensive mix of 13 practical and theory-based modules, providing essential CPD for a new graduates first job in practice.

Veterinary Surgeon Required | Buttevant & Awbeg VeterinaryButtevant & Awbeg Veterinary are seeking to hire a Vet Surgeon...
04/06/2026

Veterinary Surgeon Required | Buttevant & Awbeg Veterinary

Buttevant & Awbeg Veterinary are seeking to hire a Vet Surgeon to join their team in Buttevant, Co. Cork.

➡️ Progressive dairy-based mixed practice, with expanding companion animal element in Buttevant, North Cork, with a focus on herd health and preventative medicine. 80%LA 20%SA.
➡️Experience preferred but not essential as practice provides a supportive environment. Recently renovated companion animal element. XLVets member practice with access to XLVets grad program for recent graduates.
➡️ Practice vehicle supplied if required.
➡️ Focus on work life balance, with time off in lieu of weekend worked

Please send enquiries for further information or CV to [email protected]

It has been a long tough spring for all farmers and as a mixed practice vet/farmer in North Cork, Eamon O'Flynn DVM of B...
03/06/2026

It has been a long tough spring for all farmers and as a mixed practice vet/farmer in North Cork, Eamon O'Flynn DVM of Bluepool Veterinary acknowledges the difficulties and loss of production lameness can have on a flock. The pain caused by lameness can reduce body condition by 20% and have a knock-on effect on fertility and productivity through reduced conception rates.

In this article, Eamon highlights the most common causes of lameness in sheep and offers farmers a 5 point plan in dealing with it - from treatment to vaccination and culling sources of infection.

Read the full article here ➡️ https://xlvets.ie/sheep-lameness/


XLVets Ireland is delighted to welcome Clinic na gCapall to our member-owned group of independent veterinary practices. ...
02/06/2026

XLVets Ireland is delighted to welcome Clinic na gCapall to our member-owned group of independent veterinary practices. Located in Co. Carlow, Clinic na gCapall is an equine-only practice founded in 1997 by Jeremiah O Sullivan, as an ambulatory practice, primarily servicing thoroughbred racing and stud clients in the Carlow and Kilkenny area. In 2020, William Toomey joined Jeremiah as a partner, and together they lead a team of four additional vets, two nurses, one technician and four office staff.

Speaking on the membership, Jeremiah said “We see considerable benefit in becoming part of a group of like-minded independent practices that are committed to clinical excellence, professional collaboration and the long-term strength of independently owned veterinary businesses. We value the opportunity to share knowledge and experience with fellow members, to learn from the wider group, and to contribute our own expertise in equine orthopaedics, imaging and reproduction where relevant.”

XLVets Ireland extends a warm welcome to the entire team at Clinic na gCapall. We look forward to working with Jeremiah, William and the team, in their endeavours to promote clinical excellence and professional collaboration and their commitment to independent veterinary.

Read more about the recent membership here ➡️https://xlvets.ie/clinic-na-gcapall-joins-irelands-only-member-owned-group-of-independent-veterinary-practices/

Yesterday XLVets Skillnet hosted an Equine Radiology Training session for vets, focusing on how to take sport horse X-ra...
28/05/2026

Yesterday XLVets Skillnet hosted an Equine Radiology Training session for vets, focusing on how to take sport horse X-ray sets.

Our trainers, Jeremiah O’Sullivan from Clinic na gCapall and Donagh McDonnell from Longford Animal Health Centre, delivered a practical, hands-on session covering radiographic imaging for sales and pre-purchase examinations.

It was great to see such strong engagement throughout the day, with attendees sharing experiences and discussing real-life cases and techniques.

This event was kindly supported by Medray Veterinary.

XLVets Ireland have published a summary of the XLVets Bovine Congenital Defect Tracker findings from the 2026 Spring sea...
20/05/2026

XLVets Ireland have published a summary of the XLVets Bovine Congenital Defect Tracker findings from the 2026 Spring season. The surveillance project, run in conjunction with Dr. John Mee Teagasc , has completed its 6th year, originally borne from an observed notable increase in bovine birth defects in the 2020 spring season.

XLVets wishes to thank all the vets in the XLVets member practices who submitted cases during the 2026 season, as well as to Dr. John Mee, Principal Veterinary Research Scientist, Teagasc, for his expert review, analysis and interpretation of the submitted data throughout the project.

Read the full summary of results at https://xlvets.ie/xlvets-ireland-bovine-congenital-defect-tracker-spring-2026-highlights/

Vet Required - 50% LA, 50% CA | Glen VeterinaryGlen Veterinary are seeking to hire a Vet Surgeon to join their team in T...
18/05/2026

Vet Required - 50% LA, 50% CA | Glen Veterinary

Glen Veterinary are seeking to hire a Vet Surgeon to join their team in Tipperary Town and Ballylanders, Co. Limerick.

➡️ LA work is predominantly dairy-based, CA work is rapidly growing in modern spacious practice. Large amount of clinical work with an emphasis on herd health and preventative medicine
➡️XLVets member with access to the award winning Graduate programme for recent graduates. CPD actively encouraged
➡️ Generous salary with time off in lieu for OOH work

Please send enquiries for further information or CV to [email protected]

Castration is the removal of testicles in dogs (also known as orchiectomy). It is done for a number of reasons, includin...
12/05/2026

Castration is the removal of testicles in dogs (also known as orchiectomy). It is done for a number of reasons, including the prevention of unwanted pregnancies, the prevention of roaming of male dogs and the elimination of the risk of testicular cancer and other age related conditions.

The “Neutering Male Dogs (Castration)” leaflet is part of a suite of information leaflets created by XLVets Ireland for pet owners of our thirty member practices nationwide. These leaflets are designed to support conversations with your vet and cover common health topics in small animals. Ask your vet about the full collection of information leaflets at your next visit.

Surya’s StoryWhen Surya Bikram Sapkota returned to his village in Madi Nepal after ten long years working abroad, he car...
05/05/2026

Surya’s Story

When Surya Bikram Sapkota returned to his village in Madi Nepal after ten long years working abroad, he carried more than just his belongings, he carried hope. At 46, he dreamed of building a future at home, where his family could thrive without having to leave their community behind.

He started small, with just five indigenous goats and a determination to make it work. But like so many rural farmers, the challenges were real: limited resources, traditional practices, and uncertainty about how to grow.

Everything began to change when he joined the Community Livestock Production Strengthening Project, delivered by Vets Without Borders Ireland and their Nepalese partners Animal Health Training and Consultancy Service. Through regular group meetings and hands-on training, Surya gained not just knowledge, but confidence.

After a two-day goat farming training, he transformed the way he worked. He improved how he cared for his animals, grew better fodder, and managed his small farm with new skills and renewed belief. With continued support, his herd grew from five goats to twenty.

XLVets Ireland are proud to support Vets Without Borders Ireland in helping farmers like Surya rewrite their futures, right where they are.

You can also support Vets Without Borders Ireland to deliver vital livestock care and training to communities by donating here ➡️ https://www.vetswithoutbordersireland.ie/donate.html

Read Surya's full story here ➡️ https://xlvets.ie/building-hope-at-home-one-farmers-fight-for-a-future/

While there is still uncertainty about how widespread or severe bluetongue will be this year, one message was clear: the...
30/04/2026

While there is still uncertainty about how widespread or severe bluetongue will be this year, one message was clear: the risk is real, the potential losses are significant, and vaccination is the most effective protection available.

In his article, Kevin O Sullivan from Glasslyn Vet Clinic recaps on a recent XLVets webinar for farmers on preparing for bluetongue, and offers advice to farmers on what bluetongue is, the threat it posses and vaccination available.

Read the full article here ➡️ https://xlvets.ie/preparing-for-bluetongue-in-ireland-risks-fertility-losses-and-why-vaccination-matters/

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