
10/12/2025
National Vet Tech Week is October 12 to 18
National Veterinary Technician Week is dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the vital role vet techs play in keeping animals healthy and happy. NVTW reminds us to appreciate the professionals who are committed to providing exceptional care to your pets. Vet techs put in numerous hours providing medical care, comfort and a friendly environment to pets, and this week gives us the opportunity to say thank you.
Many people do not completely understand the skills, knowledge and effort involved in the role of a veterinary technician. Veterinary technicians are highly educated individuals who help veterinarians care for pets by providing nursing support, acting as patient advocates, performing diagnostic procedures, and assisting in anesthesia and surgery. While they may have the opportunity to cuddle the occasional puppy or kitten, a vet tech’s job is much more than playing with cute dogs and cats. Becoming a veterinary technician isn’t for the faint of heart, but knowing what the career involves can alleviate the challenges. A vet tech’s typical daily responsibilities include gathering information from owners, reporting a pet’s condition, caring for hospitalized pets, collecting diagnostic samples, performing laboratory testing and procedures, preparing pets, instruments, and equipment for surgery, placing intravenous catheters, assisting with surgical procedures, performing prophylactic dental cleanings, monitoring anesthetized animals, cleaning and sterilizing surgical instruments, cleaning surgical equipment and suites, taking X-rays, and educating pet owners. Most veterinary technicians love their job, feel satisfied with their work, and enjoy contributing to their patients’ health and well-being.
These devoted professionals love animals as much as you love your pet and always work to ensure pets receive the care they need, so be sure to thank your vet tech during your next appointment! Watch for our team photos this whole week!