NEW ORLEANS – Your pet deserves the best in pet care and it takes everyone on the veterinary health care team to make that happen.
The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA) recognized that fact and created National Veterinary Technician Week (NAVTW), from October 11-17, 2015.
As a member of the veterinary healthcare team, veterinary technicians are educated in the latest medical advances and skilled at working alongside veterinarians to give pets the best medical care possible. They work closely with the veterinarians, veterinary assistants, practice managers and owners to provide essential care to all species of animals; pets with fur, feathers or scales.
This NAVTA annual event recognizes veterinary technicians for their contributions in pet healthcare, as well as veterinarians, assistants, practice managers and others involved in pet care.
This year, Hill’s Pet Nutrition, a company dedicated to helping pets reach their full potential through quality nutrition and healthcare, is sponsoring the week-long celebration.
NAVTA is a nonprofit organization that represents and promotes the veterinary technician profession. NAVTA provides direction, education, support and coordination for its members.
Louisiana also has a state Veterinary Technician Association (LAVT). The mission of the Louisiana Association of Veterinary Technicians is to represent and promote the highest standards within the veterinary technician profession along with the veterinary health care team. They promote the educational and professional advancement of the entire veterinary team by supporting continuing education programs and sponsored seminars, and they strive to exemplify the utmost professionalism with top ethical standards and humane animal care in cooperation with the veterinary medical profession. Their goal is to promote the veterinary health care team, increased public awareness of veterinary technicians and the human-animal bond. LAVT Reps said they will always promote the profession and stand behind the rights and privileges of the veterinary technician as necessary.
