Veterinary Supports

The Veterinary Council of Ireland (“VCI”) recognises the importance of wellbeing in veterinary health professionals and supports the health and wellbeing of the veterinary professions in their daily lives.

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Mental Health Supports

Financial Supports

VCI Report on Mental Health and Wellbeing within the Veterinary Professions

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Latest News

VCI News

Oct 6, 2024

VCI to host a Fitness to Practise Inquiry on 11/10/21

The Veterinary Council of Ireland is holding a Fitness to Practise Inquiry in respect of a registered veterinary practitioner on Monday, 11th October 2021.

VCI News

Sep 9, 2024

In the matter of Part 7 of the Veterinary Practice Act 2005

An inquiry concerning registered veterinary practitioner Dr Declan Eoin Gill.

Code of Conduct

May 15, 2024

Veterinary Council of Ireland Public Consultation – Canine Surgical Artificial Insemination Outcome

We write to update you on the outcome of the Veterinary Council public consultation on canine surgical artificial insemination.

VCI News

Dec 21, 2023

Department of Rural and Community Development Responsible Dog Ownership Guide

The Department of Rural and Community Development and the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine have created a guide on responsible dog ownership in Ireland.

VCI News

Nov 1, 2023

VCI 2023 Veterinary Practitioner Election Results

VCI News

Oct 13, 2023

Upcoming safeTALK Training Sessions on Mental Health and Suicide Awareness

Further to the Report on the Mental Health of Veterinary Professions in Ireland published in April 2022, the Veterinary Council has partnered with the HSE’s National Office for Suicide Prevention (“NOSP”) to organise the delivery of training nationwide to promote awareness of mental health and the available supports.