Vet Nurse Awareness Week 9th October 2023

Vet Nurse Awareness Week is a special time dedicated to acknowledging and celebrating the incredible individuals who are the backbone of animal healthcare in New Zealand.

The unsung heroes, often working behind the scenes, are our veterinary nurses. They are compassionate and skilled professionals who provide vital support to our vets and ensure that your beloved pets receive the best care possible.

During Vet Nurse Awareness Week, we take a moment to reflect on the critical roles that vet nurses play in our communities. Their duties encompass a wide range of responsibilities, from assisting in surgeries to monitoring anaesthesia, administering medications, and providing essential comfort to anxious or injured animals. Vet nurses are also responsible for educating pet owners on proper animal care, nutrition, and preventive healthcare measures.

But it's not just about their technical skills; it's their unwavering dedication and genuine love for animals that truly set them apart. They work tirelessly, often in demanding and emotionally challenging situations, to ensure that your pets receive the highest level of care and attention.

Vet Nurse Awareness Week is a time for us all to express our gratitude. It's a chance to say "thank you" to these caring professionals who ensure that our pets are in safe hands when they need it most. It's an opportunity to raise awareness about the crucial role they play in maintaining the health and well-being of all our clients’ pets.

Here's what one of our vets, Dr Jess Yardley had to say about our vet nurses:

“One of the best things about being a vet for me is getting to spend my day with vet nurses. I think pet owners know that the nurses care a lot for their pets but probably don’t know how much they support us vets. They help us professionally by keeping us safe from injury, co-ordinating all the little things that make a vet practice run smoothly and working alongside us to do a great job. All the ducks line up thanks to the nurses. They support us emotionally, if we’ve had a tough case, sad day, or an unpleasant encounter. They are not afraid to speak up if they think we could be doing something better, they’re always right and I’m always learning from them. Most of all they bring the fun to work and make me laugh a lot. I chose this profession for the animals but have noticed my best days are thanks to my work friends.”

So, whether you're a pet owner, a fellow healthcare professional, or simply someone who values the welfare of animals, join us in celebrating Vet Nurse Awareness Week. Let's shine a bright spotlight on the dedication, expertise, and compassion of vet nurses, ensuring they receive the recognition they truly deserve. Together, we can honour their tireless efforts in making the world a better place for all animals.