We need vets.
They need us.
Two-thirds of American families rely on veterinarians to provide life-saving care for their furry, feathered, and scaly loved ones. Data shows these heroes need our support too.
Though the challenges are many,
they do it for the love...
Educational Access
Veterinary medicine programs are highly selective. There are only 35 schools in the country, and half of U.S. states do not have one. The programs are rigorous, with only 10-15% of applicants accepted.
Significant Stress
Extreme highs and lows each day within this demanding profession make work-life balance difficult to achieve. The impacts of end-of-life care, anxiety and perfectionism, even cyber-bullying, take their toll.
Financial Barriers
Student loan debt has risen to a ratio of 6:1 relative to first-year salary for veterinarians. Doctorate programs can cost up to $250,000 and technician degrees could cost $10,000 to $30,000 to complete.
TOUGH NUMBERS
They are not easy to look at: Statistics that show how our neighbors and friends are hurting. But there is a pattern here that tells a story we cannot turn away from. We can be the ones to notice. And noticing is the first step to making a difference.
We do it for the love too. Here's how we help.
Educational Access
We've expanded our signature scholarship program to include two annual awards for under-graduate students enrolled in Veterinary Preparatory programs at FAMU and FSU.
Community Awareness
We're hosting quarterly workshops for the public to become better informed about pet ownership and creating literature that generates awareness of the needs of the veterinary community.
Material Support
Along with student scholarships, we're launching a $2,000 award for veterinary professionals to help attend training, a Lunch Sponsor program for local vet clinics, and a quarterly recreational event.