What do you picture when you think about a nurse? What do you think of when you think about a nurse? They don’t wear it anymore.

The man or woman in scrubs who runs around the hospital checking your vitals? There are many other nurses who aren’t as often thought of, and Vet Nurse Day reminds everyone to pay tribute to the vet’s staff every day that they take care of our precious furred, feathered and scaled family members.

Veterinary Nurse Day was created to bring awareness to the men and women who help our pets every day, to comfort and heal them.

They are vitally important in providing care for our pets, whether they are working with large animals such as horses or cattle or caring for the smallest pets like mice and lizards. What does a veterinarian nurse do?

When it is time to take care of your pet, veterinary nurses will be your first point of contact. They can talk to you about your pet’s needs and prepare your pet for treatment.

The Vet Nurse takes care of your pet’s needs during their stay. They change their bandages, feed and water them, and give you some love and attention.

They also work closely with the vet to ensure that the operation goes smoothly. They are just as important for your pet’s happiness and well-being during treatment as the vet! To thank and celebrate these amazing members of your veterinary team, Vet Nurse Day was created.

Vet Nurse Day can be celebrated in a very simple way. You just need to go out to thank your vet nurses for all they do to ensure that your pet is happy, healthy and well-taken.

Sending a card, a gift basket or a note to your veterinarian is one way to do this. Another option is to go in person and express gratitude for their help. Imagine how our hospital stays would look if there weren’t the nurses to help us get through.