World Veterinary Day

World Veterinary Day is a global holiday dedicated to veterinarians, celebrated annually on the last Saturday in April. Thanks to veterinarians, we can stop worrying about the health of our animals, as these qualified specialists can promptly diagnose and prescribe effective treatments.

History

The history of World Veterinary Day began in 2000, when it was established by the World Veterinary Association (WVA). This day aims to bring people closer to veterinary medicine, to thank those in this field for their work, and to increase the implementation of veterinary care in underdeveloped countries.

Veterinary medicine is much younger than human medicine. It is believed that the foundation of veterinary medicine was the establishment of the Royal Veterinary School in France in 1761, initiated by the Royal Council. Students learned the basics of animal biology and anatomy, studied existing methods of treating livestock, and learned how to apply them in practice.

Today, veterinary medicine is a broad field. Veterinarians help treat pets, livestock, and wild animals in distress. Being a veterinarian is a profession for caring, animal-loving people with big hearts and strong stamina.

Interesting Facts

• In today’s world, veterinarians are essential, so the relevance of this profession will remain high for decades to come.
• Research shows that both women and men excel as veterinarians. There is no gender preference in this field.
• Veterinarians should protect their faces and hands when possible, as hands are more often scratched and bitten due to animal aggression. Few animals enjoy a visit to the veterinarian.

How to Celebrate

Congratulate the veterinarians you know on their professional holiday. If your pet has any health issues, take them to the vet without delay.

Spread the word about the holiday on social media. Ask users with pets how often they visit the vet.

When is World Veterinary Day in 2025?

World Veterinary Day is observed on the last Saturday in April.

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