VetConnect.Cymru
A comprehensive, one‑stop resource hub for veterinary surgeons across Wales
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About VetConnect.Cymru
VetConnect.Cymru is a dedicated resource hub for veterinary surgeons in Wales, bringing together information, tools and learning opportunities to support animal health and welfare work across the country.
Supporting Veterinary Professionals across Wales
Developed with the needs of the veterinary profession in mind, VetConnect.Cymru supports those involved in delivering animal health and welfare initiatives in Wales, including activity linked to the Sustainable Farming Scheme (SFS) and other national animal health programmes.
The platform provides a central point of access to resources that help veterinary surgeons support farmers and livestock keepers.
Training, Guidance and Practical Resources
VetConnect.Cymru provides access to training materials, templates, guidance documents and practical tools in one easily accessible location. By bringing these resources together, the platform helps veterinary surgeons access reliable information that supports on farm work.
Up-to-Date Information for Wales
Animal health priorities, policies and programmes continue to evolve. VetConnect.Cymru brings together Wales-specific information that reflects current policy, emerging priorities and recognised best practice, helping veterinary professionals stay informed and confident and up to date.
Our Mission
Connecting veterinary professionals in Wales with the knowledge, tools and learning opportunities they need to support animal health and welfare.
About the Animal Health Advance Programme
Funded by the Welsh Government and delivered by Mentera and the Aberystwyth School of Veterinary Sciences (ASVS), the Animal Health Advance Programme provides a training and quality assurance programme that supports the Animal Health and Welfare Universal Action of the Welsh Government’s Sustainable Farming Scheme (SFS).
Mentera brings extensive experience in animal health programmes and industry collaboration, ensuring farmers and vets receive practical, accessible support that meets the needs of Welsh agriculture.
ASVS provides academic expertise, research insight and specialist veterinary knowledge that underpin the programme’s technical accuracy and professional standards. Together, these partners ensure a programme that is robust, forward‑thinking and grounded in real‑world agricultural practice.
About Animal Health Services
Working with local veterinarians to provide high-quality veterinary services on behalf of APHA and Welsh Government across north Wales. As North Wales’ Delivery Partner for animal health services, we play a pivotal role in supporting local veterinary practices to deliver essential statutory surveillance of notifiable diseases, alongside a broad range of regulatory veterinary services that safeguard animal health and welfare.
These services include:
- Service A – Tuberculin Testing of bovine and non-bovine animals
- Service B – Additional veterinary services such as surveillance of diseases including exotic and emerging diseases
- Service C – Emergency support services to respond rapidly in the event of animal health emergencies.
Through close collaboration with government bodies, farmers, and veterinary professionals, we contribute to maintaining and enhancing high standards of animal health and welfare across North Wales.
Our Partners
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AHIC Vet Training
Our AHIC training gives vets a clear, structured pathway to confidently deliver high‑quality on‑farm Animal Health Improvement Cycles. Through a blend of online learning and practical workshops, participants learn how to carry out both an AHIC and a Biosecurity Assessment for Incoming Stock (BAIS).
Resource Hub
Our Resource Hub is your go to space for practical tools, insights and guidance to support proactive animal health planning. Explore a growing collection of videos, podcasts, case studies, templates, webinars and useful links designed to help vets strengthen on farm health, welfare and biosecurity.
