06/18/2025
Thanks for recognizing their dedication and commitment to helping animals. They truly appreciate a kind word sent their way.
It's Veterinarian Appreciation Day!
For pet owners…Here are 5 simple ways to show appreciation for your vet on Veterinarian Appreciation Day!
👉Drop off treats!
Vets and their staff often work long hours, show them some kindness with snacks and treats! Be sure to check for food allergies!
👉Be patient
Most vets are booked out at least one month ahead these days to no fault of their own. Be patient, schedule your pets’ care early, and don’t take it out on support staff who are trying to help get you in to see the vet.
👉Be kind to their staff
Veterinarians couldn’t look after their thousands of patients (yes, thousands) without their support staff. That includes receptionists, vet techs (or nurses in some countries), kennel assistants, and everyone who makes your visit possible.
👉Respect your vet’s education and experience
Your vet worked hard to be able to be there for you and your pet. Google is convenient, but Google didn’t spend 8 years earning a degree in veterinary medicine. It didn’t spend its summer breaks interning in hospitals and being trained by experienced veterinarians. Google hasn’t examined or treated any patients.
If you’ve asked for an appointment, that means you know that your vet knows more about how to help your pet than Dr. Google. Even if you don’t agree with a vet’s opinion, you should at least respect the fact that it is given based on 8+ years of education and x number of years of real-life practice—and out of genuine love and concern for your pet.
👉Say “Thank You”
Believe it or not, this common courtesy is often forgotten by pet owners. Say “thank you” to your vet, the vet techs and assistants who helped take care of your pet, the receptionist who signed you in and checked you out. Without them, your pet wouldn’t get the vital help and care they need.
And finally, we want to thank Arrowhead Animal Clinic's Dr. Shanlyn Hefley-Cooper and her staff for all that they do for our shelter animals!