15 Years of Veterinary Excellence
success that's built on collaboration integrity leadership respect stewardship
XLVets Ireland is a network of independently owned veterinary practices. 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.
Our Journey
2025
Membership at 32 Independent Businesses
2018
Membership at 25 Independent Businesses
2017
Ireland's only Veterinary Graduate Programme Starts
2011
Established XLVets Skillnet
2010
XLVets Ireland Founded with 18 Independent Businesses
Consistently delivering the highest standards
XLVets Ireland is a network of independently owned, vibrant and progressive veterinary practices that are all committed to the principle of clinical excellence. Our network encompasses over 224 veterinarians, 76 veterinary nurses, a further 158 support team members.
Adare Vet Clinic
All Creatures Veterinary Clinic
AHC Veterinary
Castle Veterinary
Clerkin Vets
Comeragh Veterinary
Slieve Bloom Veterinary Ltd
Farmgate Veterinary Group
Glasslyn Vets
Glen Veterinary Clinic
Glenamaddy Veterinary
Glenbower Veterinary Ltd
Glenina Support Services Ltd
Gortlandroe Veterinary Clinic
Killaloe Veterinary Clinic
Kilcoyne & Barnes Veterinary
Killenaule Vets
Lismore Vets
Longford Animal Health Centre
Moy Veterinary Clinic
Mulcair Veterinary Clinic
O Connor Julian Veterinary Hospital
Old Church Veterinary Hospital
Ormonde Veterinary
Sliabh Luachra Veterinary
Buttevant Veterinary
Waterside Veterinary
Bluepool Veterinary Clinic
Summerhill Vets
Castlelands – Hourihane’s Veterinary Clinic
Castlerea Veterinary Clinic
Shannonside Veterinary Group
Nationwide
Network
1
Member-Owned Network
32
Independent Businesses
54
Veterinary Clinics
458
Staff
XLVets Ireland ltd.
Our Organisational Structure
XLVets Ireland ltd.
Our Organisational Structure
Our Directors
Sean qualified from UCD in 1998. He is a partner at Mulcair Veterinary Clinic, a 3 partner, 8 vet practice with clinics in Newport and Cappamore. Sean became a partner in 2005, he started veterinary life as a farm animal vet but as the years have passed he now spends more and more time as a companion animal vet. Mulcair has been a member since XLVets inception in 2010. Sean joined the Board of Directors in 2019. He is a member of XLVets Companion Animal and our Marketing Committee, Public Relations Committee, Social/Ethics & Nomination Committee.
Conor graduated from UCD in 1999, he is principal of FarmGate Veterinary Group, a six vet large animal/equine practice in east Galway with clinics in Mountbellew and Loughrea. His specific veterinary interests include herd health, reproductive efficiency in beef and dairy cattle and knowledge transfer. Conor is past president of Veterinary Ireland. His practice joined XLVets in 2015 and Conor joined the Board of Directors in 2016. Conor is a member of XLVets Farm Animal and Marketing Committee, Public Relations Committee, Social/Ethics & Nomination Committees.
John qualified in 2000. He is a partner at Castle Veterinary, a two vet, predominantly farm animal practice in Castleisland, Co Kerry. John has completed the Dairy Herd Health Certificate from UCD and a diploma in Veterinary Practice Management through University of Ulster. Castle Vets joined XLVets in 2016. John joined the Board of Directors in 2018. He is a member of XLVets Farm Animal and Marketing Committee, Public Relations Committee, Social/Ethics & Nomination Committee.
Patrick qualified from UCD in 2009 and is a partner at Clerkin Veterinary, a 9 vet family run practice. Clerkins have clinics in Cootehill, Virginia and Clones, Co. Cavan. They are a member since XLVets inception in 2010. Patrick joined the board of directors in 2016. He is a member of XLVets Fundraising, Membership, Finance Committee & Remuneration Committee.
Donagh qualified from UCD in 1992. He has vast experience in equine medicine, ultrasound scanning and lameness investigation, along with an interest in bovine medicine & surgery.
Longford Animal Health Centre joined XLVets in 2014 and Donagh joined the XLVets board in 2021. He is a member of the XLVets Marketing, Public Relations, Social/Ethics & Nomination Committee.
Longford Animal Health Centre joined XLVets in 2014 and Donagh joined the XLVets board in 2021. He is a member of the XLVets Marketing, Public Relations, Social/Ethics & Nomination Committee.
Kieran qualified from the University of Edinburgh. He is passionate about all aspects of herd and flock health, especially improving animal production and performance coupled with high standards of animal health and welfare . He has undertaken further study completing a certificate in dairy herd health at UCD while presently undertaking courses in veterinary sustainability and dairy cow welfare. He has been working at Ormonde Veterinary in Co. Kilkenny since 2016 becoming a partner in 2019. Kieran believes being a member of XLvets has been hugely important to the development of the practice business, clients and team over the last number of years. He lives locally with his wife Clare who is also a vet and their children Cora and Hugh, a flock of Galway sheep and a menagerie of pets.
John graduated from UCD with a degree in Veterinary Medicine in 2000. He initially worked in the UK for 1 year, before completing 4 years in Kilkenny. John is interested in all aspects of veterinary medicine, but has a special interest in the management and control of the spread of Johnes disease. Outside of work, John’s time is taken up supporting his kids at their GAA games and entertaining their Bermese mountain dog, Molly
Aidan qualified from UCD in 2006 and came straight to work in Summerhill Veterinary Clinic where he has worked ever since. Aidan bought the clinic, originally established in the late 1940s, along with his business partner Eamon O Connell in 2016. Originally from Meath, Aidan has settled into life in Nenagh with his wife Sally their two girls and their dog Charlie. Aidan has a keen interest in herd health especially focused on calf rearing and healthy young stock. After a long career playing with Nenagh rugby club he is now retired but still remains involved, both on the committee and as an avid supporter.
Our Team
Mike Curran has extensive experience in the service, retail, airline and pharmacy industries; driving value through the design & implementation of change; in sales, costs, people, culture, communication, processes & infrastructure. Having achieved a 1st in a Master of Business Studies in 2017, Mike continued education with Project Management in UL, Negotiations in Trinity, Leadership with the IRFU, Green Belt in Lean Six Sigma and diploma in Corporate Governance. Notable achievements include a Top 1% MBS result, published peer viewed article in the International Journal of Retail & Distribution Management, case study by leading global firm, conference speaker, winner national retail store Ireland. In his downtime, Mike, living in Co. Clare, enjoys food, achieving finalist Masterchef Ireland, coaching Rugby and Football teams, running, swimming, fishing, boats and all adventures outdoors.
John Berkery who comes from an agricultural background and still working on the family farm, joined XLVets in 2021 as our Procurement Manager. Having completed a Certificate in Business Management in 2011 with a 2.1 from UL, he continued CPD with various QQI awards during the following years that led on to complete a Higher Certificate Level 7 in Quality Management and Statistics in 2020, at the Technological University of the Shannon - Midlands and Mid-West. John has a long history of working in the agriculture retail space, including as an agri trading retail store manager and brings an enthusiasm and energy to the role where he will focus value driving projects for XLVets members. John has a keen interest in sports, rugby and hurling in particular, and has been involved with community clubs for many years.
Fiona is the Network Manager at XLVets Skillnet. She joined XLVets in 2020 as an Events and Marketing Coordinator and was promoted to Network Manager in January 2025.
Fiona graduated in 2018 with First-Class Honours in a Bachelor of Business in Marketing and Management. After graduating, she moved to London, where she spent two years working with White Spider Media, a media advertising agency.
As Network Manager, Fiona oversees the strategic development and delivery of XLVets Skillnet training programmes, ensuring they align with industry needs and Skillnet Ireland guidelines. She leverages her experience in event management, marketing strategy, and stakeholder engagement to drive the continued success of XLVets Skillnet and support the professional development of the veterinary and farming sectors in Ireland.
Fiona graduated in 2018 with First-Class Honours in a Bachelor of Business in Marketing and Management. After graduating, she moved to London, where she spent two years working with White Spider Media, a media advertising agency.
As Network Manager, Fiona oversees the strategic development and delivery of XLVets Skillnet training programmes, ensuring they align with industry needs and Skillnet Ireland guidelines. She leverages her experience in event management, marketing strategy, and stakeholder engagement to drive the continued success of XLVets Skillnet and support the professional development of the veterinary and farming sectors in Ireland.
Mariya joined XLVets in 2024 taking on the role of Finance Administrator. Mariya has experience in management and accounts, this includes ensuring a high profile in the day-to-day running of the company and a consistently strong link to all key accounts. Her educational background includes a Master's Degree in Finance and Accounting. As Financial Administrator, Mariya is supporting the day-to-day administration function of the XLVets Ireland office and the management team in the delivery of the XLVets finances.
David joined the XLVets team in 2025 as Events & Marketing Coordinator. David graduated from South East Technological University with a First Class Honours in Marketing and has since worked in the healthcare and engineering industries across different marketing and communication roles. David spends his free time working on his family farm, where he keeps a suckler herd along with a few horses.
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