News and Events - FIVP - Federation of Independent Veterinary Practices

Independent practices work together to provide top-quality care

At FIVP, we believe that running an independent veterinary practice doesn’t mean that you have to go it alone! Two wonderful FIVP members, My Home Pet Vet and JP Veterinary Services Ltd, have proven that independent veterinary practices are better together, and when we found out about it, we knew we had to share their…
FIVP at RVC Careers Show – Wednesday 9th February 2022

Are you looking for a post-graduate position? Make it an independent practice! Come and visit FIVP at Hawkshead Campus on Wednesday 9th February 3pm-7pm to discuss your future!
FIVP at Bristol Vet School Careers Show – Friday 4th February 2022

FIVP will be attending the Bristol Vet School Careers Fair on Friday 4th Feb 2022 – Interested in an Equine or Large Animal postgraduate opportunity? We are looking forward to seeing you there to discuss your future!!!
FIVP attends RCVS sustainability project workshop

The FIVP was delighted to attend the introductory RCVS Practice Standards Scheme (PSS) sustainability workshop with various veterinary stakeholders and project partners, which explored what sustainability within the project could look like, and how all members of the profession could encourage sustainability. The PSS sustainability project has been initiated following recommendations from the RCVS Environment…
FIVP at London Vet Show

Last week we were delighted to meet with hundreds of veterinary professionals, industry partners and students at the London Vet Show. Despite the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic, it was a bustling event, and we welcomed lots of new and old faces to our stand. London Vet Show was a big success for FIVP, and…
FIVP’s Business Development Manager to contribute to the “Future of EMS stakeholder conference”

Rita Dingwall Business Development Manager (BDM) for FIVP, will be attending the conference run by the RCVS on 22nd November 2021. The conference will be looking into the challenges currently faced by students, vet schools and placement providers around the implementation of EMS. RCVS is inviting a number of stakeholders, including FIVP, to discuss new…
The end is near for remote prescribing

The RCVS has launched a press release this week, indicating that Remote Prescribing and consultations shall end on Sunday, 21st November. This is a sign of normality coming back after the pandemic and a relief for independent vets to bring clients and their animals back into the practice even for routine treatments. You can read…
Join FIVP at Nottingham Vet School Digital Careers Show, Wednesday 10th February 2021

FIVP will be be attending Nottingham Veterinary School Careers Event 2021 on Wednesday 10th February, to promote Independent Veterinary Practices. We can help new or soon to be graduates in finding their first clinical role, as well as offering support with the FIVP Graduate Programme. If you are a student and attending, please come and…
FIVP ready for Bristol Veterinary School, Friday 7th February

FIVP will be attending Bristol Veterinary School at the careers fair on Friday 7th February to promote independent veterinary practices. We can help new or soon-to-be graduates in finding their first clinical role, as well as sourcing EMS placements for undergraduates. If you are a student and attending, please come and visit our stand on…
Connect with us and other independent practices at the FIVP Symposium!

FIVP is holding its very own symposium on Wednesday 2nd October 2019 in Northamptonshire. This event is dedicated to independent veterinary practices and creating a stronger network. Guest speakers include independent practice owners, supporters and sponsors of FIVP: Richard Weston, Jason and Kelly Freezer, Steven McGrath, and Stella Chapman. Our headline topics are: Keeping independents…