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9 Ideas how to celebrate World Veterinary Day 

Veterinarians are the only doctors who play a crucial role in the well-being of animals and humans. They specialize in different areas so that every animal gets professional and adequate treatment and care. They also wear many hats and can work in food safety and inspection, research activities for the prevention of zoonotic diseases, teaching in universities, and environmental protection. 

Every last Saturday of April, the veterinary community celebrates the positive impact of veterinary medicine around the globe. 

We have an entire article on this special day for veterinary professionals, but to give you a quick overview: The World Veterinary Association created World Veterinary Day back in 2000. They choose a theme each year to promote the hard work of veterinary professionals on the topic. The World Veterinary Association also gives recognition to a WVA member who presents an outstanding contribution to the yearly theme. 

If you came across this article, World Veterinary day is likely around the corner, and you want to get ideas on how to celebrate this special day! Here are nine ways to celebrate World Vet Day. We decided to give some options for people involved in veterinary medicine and for pet owners!

Ideas for veterinary professionals

1. Register for a veterinary webinar, seminar or workshop related to the theme of the year

Join an online or in-person activity and acquire new ideas to boost your contribution to the topic of the year. Also, participating in webinars, seminars, and workshops is a way to show appreciation for your colleagues and veterinary organizations who are hosting the event. Q and A for world veterinary day

2. Schedule a meeting with your veterinary staff 

Although we think you should seek for your veterinary staff’s feedback regularly, World Veterinary Day would be a great chance to hear your team’s thoughts and input on how to make the work environment a better place for them, clients and patients. It is also a special day to discuss the theme of the year with the veterinary staff and hear their ideas on the matter. veterinary meeting for world veterinary day

3. Thank the veterinary team members 

A study done by the University of Pennsylvania explained that when managers say “thank you” to their team, there is an increase in productivity. Receiving gestures of gratitude also help with mental health and job satisfaction. 

Remember that every day is an opportunity to be grateful and tell your staff how amazing they are, but World Veterinary Day is a great day to say an authentic thank you. 

It is essential not just to say, “thank you for your hard work.” Be specific and make them feel valued. “Thank you, Mary, for always receiving our customers with a smile and having excellent communication skills. I have received great feedback from loyal customers and our staff, and I am so glad to have you as part of our team” Sounds like a genuine and thoughtful thank you. 

If you want to make it extra special, you can buy gifts for your team members or have a staff appreciation dinner or party. celebrate world veterinary day with gifts

4. Involve your community 

Giving to your community is a significant part of veterinary medicine. Your veterinary clinic can organize events according to the World Veterinary Day annual theme. For example, if the topic is environmental protection, you could arrange a trash pick-up in your area and invite clients.

In 2019, the theme of the year was “Value of Vaccination” and many vet clinics organized talks about the importance of inoculations and started vaccinations programs to help their local community. 

You can also donate to an animal rescue! It is a heartfelt way to help other people who dedicate their lives to save animals. animal rescue, puppies

5. Get creative!

Make posters, flyers, and infographics about World Veterinary Day and hang them on the walls. You can also share on social media a short video or presentation on how people can contribute to the topic of the year. 

Other ideas:

  • Check-in with your clients: make polls on social media or Instagram and ask, “how satisfied are you with the care that we give to your pets?”
  • Create a customer referral program
  • Staff-Instagram takeovers: let your clients get to know the team! 
  • Write an e-book about pet care for kids 

6. Spend some quality time with your pets

They are part of your “why” behind your passion for your career. Bake some lovely treats for Fido and Felix, go on a long walk with your dog, cuddle and watch a movie with your furry family member. spend quality time with pets

Ideas for pet owners

7. Show appreciation to your local veterinary clinic

There are many ways you can say thank you to the people who are an essential part of your pet’s life:

  • Thank you card 
  • Appreciation gifts
  • Donating to an animal charity on their name
  • Sharing about their outstanding service on social media

8. Take action with your pet

Practicing preventive care and showing some extra love to your pet can really make your vet’s life easier. On World Veterinary Day (and every day), buy your canine or feline companion some healthy treats, purchase the diet prescribed by your vet, get your purring friend some hiding places and cat trees in your house. healthy dog treats

9. Participate in your vet’s events

What a better way to understand more about the fundamental role of the veterinary profession in the world? Take part and support the activities that your local veterinary practice organized for World Veterinary Day!

Summary

To every veterinary professional: we hope you enjoy your special day and that this article helped you decide how you want to celebrate World Veterinary Day. Thank you for everything you do! 

To pet owners: try to always be on time for your appointments, follow the advice of your vet, and honor them on World Veterinary Day and every day! They are doing their best for your beloved friend. 

Are you looking for some World Veterinary Day message ideas to use in your thank you cards and social media posts? Check out this blog post!

World Veterinary Day Message Ideas

This year the World Veterinary Day will take place on Saturday, April 27. Hence, as this day is just around the corner, you might be looking for some nice message ideas. So, we decided to make a list with the best World Veterinary Day message ideas you can use to show how much you appreciate all veterinarians. You can use these messages for cards or social media posts.

World Veterinary Day Message Ideas

  • ‘Our staff wishes you a wonderful World Veterinary Day and many joys on any other day.’
  • ‘The best doctor in the world is a veterinarian. They can’t ask their patients what’s the matter, they’ve got just to know. Happy World Veterinary Day!’
  • ‘Good veterinarians talk to animals. Great veterinarians hear them talk back. Happy World Veterinary Day!’
  • ‘Thank you for making this world a fairer place for all animals. Happy World Veterinary Day!’
  • ‘Only a person that loves a challenge would take on patients that can’t tell them where it hurts. Happy World Veterinary Day!’
  • ‘Our pets are safe because of you. Thank you, veterinary professionals.’
  • ‘To all of the vets and their team around the world a very Happy World Veterinary Day.’
  • ‘In love to animals, we evolve from selfish to selfless. Happy World Veterinary Day!’
  • ‘Medicos are going to be doctors. Veterinarians are going to be LEGENDS. Happy World Veterinary Day!’
  • ‘May your days be wonderful and healthy like you make it for others. I want to thank you on this World Veterinary Day!’
  • ‘Some superheroes don’t wear capes. They are called veterinarians. Happy World Veterinary Day!’
  • ‘Dear veterinarian, you might not be rich, but you have a life of endless interest and variety. Happy World Veterinary Day!’
  • ‘Your profession is not what brings home your weekly paycheck, your profession is what you’re put here on earth to do, with such passion and such intensity that it becomes spiritual in calling. Happy World Veterinary Day!’
  • ‘May the World Veterinary Day bring you all the best wishes and feelings to you!’
  • ‘My heart is asking me to wish you a nice day filled with fun and spirit. Happy World Veterinary Day!’
  • ‘Many obstacles may come on our way, no matter whatever it is just go along and face it. Happy World Veterinary Day!’
  • ‘I may not wish you to have good wealth or great fortune, I just wish you to have a nice day!’
  • ‘All people in this world are born with luck but not all the people have discovered it. You definitely have, dear veterinarians. Happy World Veterinary Day!’
  • ‘I want to let you know how much I appreciate your dedication and hard work. Happy World Veterinary Day!’
  • ‘Thank you for all of the care you provide for our pets. Happy World Veterinary Day!’

Funny World Veterinary Day Gifs

Want to say “Happy World Veterinary Day” in a funny and unique way? 🙂
Here are some gifs that you can use >>>

“Happy World Veterinary Day! May all your patients be calmer than this one… 🙂 ”

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“Happy World Veterinary Day :)”

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“Happy World Veterinary Day!”

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“When you are so into your profession, you hardly notice anything else around you… Happy World Veterinary Day!”

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“Just a bunch of puppies for a happy World Veterinary Day!”

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“Sending kisses for World Veterinary Day!”

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How to Celebrate World Veterinary Day?

World Veterinary Day is an annual event celebrated on the last Saturday of April. This event was created by the World Veterinary Association (WVA) in 2000 in an aim to honor the veterinary profession and promote their work. The celebration also has an award, called the World Veterinary Day Award. This award was established in 2008 when the WVA partnered with the World Organization for Animal to create it. The World Veterinary Day Award is given as a reward to the most successful contributions to the profession.

You might be wondering how the World Veterinary Day is celebrated. Each year, there is an annual theme in which many veterinarians and clinics take part. Hence, we decided to share some of the ways they use to celebrate this special day.

Sharing the Latest Veterinary Updates

Veterinary clinics partner with local agricultural extension agencies to share the latest veterinary updates. Hence, they raise public awareness about vaccination updates, pest management strategies, and herd management techniques. Moreover, they organize events, such as local trash pick-up or a food drive, in which they engage the local community.

Appreciating the Staff

Many veterinary clinics around the world celebrate this day and show how much they appreciate the veterinary staff. So, they bring lunch and eat together and give each other gifts on this day. Likewise, it’s great to be creative on this day. Hence, many veterinary clinics create posters or framed collages with photos or give thank you notes and comments highlighting all the wonderful things people have said about the staff members.

Involving Clients

Not all people, customers and clients know about World Veterinary Day. So, many clinics send emails and postcards announcing the date. What’s more, many clinics decide to host a special open house. Involving the clients is crucial for promoting the veterinary profession and your clients will feel special for being a part of this special celebration.

Giving Gifts to Veterinarians

The World Veterinary Day is a great moment to show how much everyone appreciates veterinarians. Thus, clients, colleagues, and customers give gifts to veterinarians to show them how much their dedicated work means. Some of the best gifts that a veterinarian can get are funny t-shirts, tumblers, mugs, and personalized gifts.

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