The theme of the recent SPVS (Society of Practicing Veterinary Surgeons) 2025 Congress was 'Connect, Collaborate and Progress' and this edition of FIVP Practice Matters turns the spotlight on our large animal practice colleagues. We catch up with DR OWEN ATKINSON, owner of Dairy Veterinary Consultancy and RCVS Recognised Specialist in Cattle Health and Production who takes us on a journey of change from Vet 1.0 to 3.0.

The difficult issue of debt in the veterinary sector is discussed with director of DSL (Debtsolve) MIKE BROOKS who has a wake-up call as to how even the smallest of unpaid accounts can seriously damage your business.

Check out this useful calculator to see what he means!