Since 2010, XLVets Ireland has been a national network of independently owned veterinary practices committed to delivering the highest standards of compassionate and quality care. At the heart of this commitment is our guiding principle: Excellence in Practice.
Excellence in Practice is an all-encompassing strategy that informs everything we do, from supporting our members’ continuous professional development, how we operate on a whole as a network, engagement in academia & industry research to our commitment in driving sustainability. Our continued approach strives to raise the bar in all aspects of veterinary care in Ireland.
Defining Excellence in Practice
At XLVets Ireland, Excellence in Practice means delivering outstanding veterinary care through a structured, continuously improving model. It is about being proactive in both clinical standards and business performance and fostering an environment where our members can thrive, both professionally and personally.
We achieve this through our five strategic pillars;
1. Clinical Excellence
Our network promotes best practice in veterinary medicine. From standard operating procedures and continuing professional development to clinical governance and peer led education, using robust frameworks and resources that help practices consistently achieve high standards of patient care.
2. Recruit & Retain
Sustainable veterinary businesses need to have the right people, in the right place, at the right time. XLVets Ireland work hard to make member practices attractive places to work. Strong emphasis is placed on building a culture, providing opportunities for mentorship, career development, succession opportunities and strategising for long-term retention.
3. Procurement
As a network, we leverage our collective strength to negotiate favourable terms and pricing on goods and services. We strive to develop strong relationships with suppliers to ensure positive outcomes for all parties. This allows our network to stay commercially competitive in the delivery of high clinical standards.
4. Opportunity
Through knowledge transfer, training and access to new service models and revenue streams, we support personal and business development across the network. Members are encouraged and enabled to realise their ideas, goals & passions, reach their full potential, explore new opportunities and grow sustainably.
5. Culture
Excellence is sustained through a strong organisational culture. We invest in solid & transparent governance, clear communication, collaboration and shared values to foster a vibrant professional community. Sustainability, inclusiveness and wellbeing are also central to how we support our members and their teams.
Future proofing through Excellence in Practice
Veterinary medicine is constantly evolving, with new challenges providing for new opportunities in veterinary. Through our approach, XLVets Ireland is committed to staying ahead of these challenges by equipping our members with the insights, resources and connections required to succeed. Through our collective expertise, our shared vision and our strong network, we ensure our members are always moving forward, together.