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Organiser details checked 13 October 2026. Dates and booking information can change.

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Online / Practice technology

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SPVS Smarter Practice Tech Day 2026

An online professional day exploring technology, digital workflows and client communication in veterinary practice.

PROFESSIONAL FOCUSPractice systems and digital workflows

21 October 2026Online, United Kingdom
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In person / Veterinary conference

London Vet Show 2026

A two-day veterinary conference and exhibition covering clinical learning, nursing and practice management in London.

PROFESSIONAL FOCUSClinical learning and practice management

19 to 20 November 2026London, United Kingdom
JAN162027
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In person / International veterinary conference

VMX 2027

An international veterinary meeting and exhibition with learning options for different members of the veterinary team.

PROFESSIONAL FOCUSTeam development and international context

16 to 20 January 2027Orlando, United States
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In person / Practice leadership

SPVS Congress 2027

Two days of leadership, management and practice-business learning at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole.

PROFESSIONAL FOCUSLeadership and practice operations

4 to 5 February 2027Birmingham, United Kingdom
MAR042027
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In person / Canine show and exhibition

Crufts 2027

A canine show and exhibition with professional relevance for breeders, boarding operators and the wider pet trade.

PROFESSIONAL FOCUSBreeding, canine services and pet trade

4 to 7 March 2027Birmingham, United Kingdom
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In person / Veterinary conference

BVA Live 2027

A veterinary conference and exhibition bringing clinical, nursing and professional learning to Birmingham.

PROFESSIONAL FOCUSClinical teams and professional development

11 to 12 March 2027Birmingham, United Kingdom

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