National Veterinary Technician Week – Vet recommendations

The third week in October has been declared by the National Veterinary Technician Association (NAVTA) as National Veterinary Technician Week (NVTW) since 1993. I wanted to put together some information, tips and resources related to this holiday for everyone, as this is a very special week. Also below are some resources for finding a vet that hires credentialed vet techs so that you can find the best possible care for your pets.

During this week, veterinary technicians can focus attention on their profession through activities to educate the public about their contributions to veterinary medicine as well as to reinforce the value and professionalism of veterinary technicians to veterinarians and the public. It is also a time of year for us pet owner owners to recognize the role these Vet Techs play in the veterinary care of our animals and to acknowledge the veterinary office who hire credentialed technicians. Credentialed technicians receive more than a degree from an accredited veterinary program. Most are required to take a certification examination, and many complete ongoing training in the classroom and on the job to keep up with medical advances and the wide range of animal care disciplines. National Veterinary Technician Week is an opportunity to honor veterinary technicians for the outstanding job they do. It also is an opportunity to educate companion animal owners about the benefits of working with a veterinarian who employs credentialed veterinary technicians. When you invest in medical treatment for your pet, you should receive the best care possible, and credentialed veterinary technicians help ensure this happens.

According to the NAVTA website, during this special week, veterinary technicians can focus favorable attention on their profession through a variety of activities. These activities serve to:
* Educate the public about this vital member of the veterinary medical team.
* Reinforce the value and professionalism of veterinary technicians to veterinarians and the public.
* Provide an opportunity for veterinary technicians to salute one another for excellent performance in their work.
* Acknowledge veterinarians for hiring veterinary technicians.
* Sample press releases, proclamations and other information to celebrate National Veterinary Technician Week are in our members only area. Information about the event and NAVTA is available at www.navta.net.

So how do you, as a pet owner, celebrate NVTW? Where there are many things you can do to celebrate this week, to get your creativity gift giving thought process a boost here are some ideas:
1. Participate or volunteer in a Pet Wellness or Veterinary event
2. Donate to a Pet Wellness or Veterinary Cause on behalf of a Veterinary Technician
3. Send a card, gift basket, flower arrangement to a Veterinarian you go to or know that hires credentialed Vet Techs and to each Vet Tech.
4. Spread the word about NVTW to other pet owners and the benefits of working with a veterinarian who employs these Vet Techs.
5. Spread the word to the world about NVTW, with the information provided by NAVTA on their website.

Can you think of more ways to celebrate this special occasion?

WHERE TO FIND A GOOD VET THAT HIRES VETERINARY TECHICIANS
Animal Emergency Clinic - http://www.AnimalEmergencySD.com
Animal ER of San Diego - (858) 569-0600, 5610 Kearny Mesa Road San Diego, CA 92111
Animal Hospitals USA - http://www.animalhospitals-usa.com
Animal Urgent Care of Escondido - http://www.AUC.US.com
AVMA - http://www.avma.org
California Veterinary Specialists - http://www.CaliforniaVeterinarySpecialists.com
Harmony Animal Hospital - http://www.petvets.com
Holistic Veterinary Care – http://www.animalhealingcenter.net
National Veterinary Technician Association - www.navta.net
Pet Emergency & Specialty - http://www.PESCSanDiego.com
SNAP – Spay Neuter Action - http://www.Snap-SanDiego.org
VCA Emergency Animal Hospital & Referral Center - http://www.VCAEmergency.com
VCA North Coast Veterinary & Emergency - http://www.VCANorthCoast.com
Veterinary Specialty Hospital - http://www.VSHSD.com

And of course, last but most certainly not least - Happy Veterinary Technician Week to all the Vet Techs out there! You guys do an awesome job and deserve the credit for what you do!