National Veterinary Technician Week - October 10^th-16^th, 2010

"Hands-on-Healing" is the catchphrase about what veterinary technicians do on a daily basis for our clients and patients.  Celebrating for one week every year solidifies the yearly commitment every veterinary technician gives to the profession of veterinary technology, veterinary assisting and veterinary medicine. 

Hill's Pet Nutrition is proudly sponsoring the 2010 National Veterinary Technician Week as part of their commitment to pet health and nutrition.

The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA) is proud to represent veterinary technicians and support our members, state associations, specialties and student chapters during 2010 NVTW. 

Thank you for your participation and enthusiasm!

NVTW has been an annual tradition beginning in June of 1993 when a NAVTA resolution was passed declaring the third week in October as NVTW.  Activities to celebrate this week have been a focus of the celebratory efforts.  The activities serve these fundamental goals:

• Educate the public about veterinary technicians and what we do.
• Reinforce the value and professionalism of veterinary technicians.
• Provide an opportunity for veterinary technicians to encourage one another for excellent work ethic and team building.
• Acknowledge our quality relationship with veterinarians and other veterinary professionals.

Click here to download the NAVTA National Veterinary Technician Wee media kit, with tips for celebration ideas, a sample press release and more.

Future Dates for National Veterinary Technician Week

• October 9^th-15^th, 2011
• October 14^th-20^th, 2012
• October 13^th-19^th, 2013
• October 12^th-18^th, 2014
• October 11^th-17^th, 2015