VCA Animal Hospitals

VCA Animal Hospitals, Proudly Part of Mars Veterinary Health, Recognized as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity for 2024 by Newsweek

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

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LOS ANGELES, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- VCA Animal Hospitals, the global leader of comprehensive veterinary services and proudly part of Mars Veterinary Health, is honored to announce it has been recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity for 2024.

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LOS ANGELES, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- VCA Animal Hospitals, the global leader of comprehensive veterinary services and proudly part of Mars Veterinary Health, is honored to announce it has been recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity for 2024.
This ranking highlights VCA's commitment to equity, inclusion and diversity (EI&D), and underscores how diverse teams thrive and deliver the best care for patients and clients.
This Newsweek recognition quickly follows VCA Canada's recent accomplishment of being honored with the prestigious title of one of Alberta's Top Employers for 2024.
For more information about Newsweek's list of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity for 2024 and to see VCA's ranking, click here .

Atlanta Humane and Remedy Partner with PAWKids, Provides Free Veterinary Care to Pet Parents on the Westside

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Thursday, January 18, 2024

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ATLANTA, Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Atlanta Humane Society, in partnership with its veterinary clinic, Remedy: Your Community Vet, provided more than 50 pets with free veterinary care on Thursday, January 11 at PAWKids. This event is the beginning of a growing service to the community, providing free or low-cost veterinary care to community pet owners.

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ATLANTA, Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Atlanta Humane Society, in partnership with its veterinary clinic, Remedy: Your Community Vet, provided more than 50 pets with free veterinary care on Thursday, January 11 at PAWKids.
This event is the beginning of a growing service to the community, providing free or low-cost veterinary care to community pet owners.
Remedy is Atlanta Humane's nonprofit, affordable veterinary clinic providing a range of veterinary care at its physical location near East Lake and vaccine clinics in the community.
"With nearly 30% of pets never seeing a veterinary in their lifetime, programs like Remedy are critical," said Cal Morgan, President and CEO of the Atlanta Humane Society.

VCA Animal Hospitals Implements Kahuna’s Skills Management Software Across 14,000 Veterinary Technicians and Assistants

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023

VCA Animal Hospitals , part of Mars Veterinary Health, demonstrates its dedication to the career advancement of veterinary technicians and veterinary assistants with the implementation of Kahuna’s skills management software .

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VCA Animal Hospitals , part of Mars Veterinary Health, demonstrates its dedication to the career advancement of veterinary technicians and veterinary assistants with the implementation of Kahuna’s skills management software .
Kahuna’s deployment is part of VCA’s Career Progression program, a newly instituted opt-in-only offering to promote clinical competency for Associates across the VCA family of veterinary hospitals.
Digitizing the program in Kahuna, VCA establishes a robust competency-based staffing framework, giving veterinary technicians and veterinary assistants a more clearly defined understanding of their clinical skills and development opportunities within one system.
Across VCA Animal Hospitals, validated skills data will not only support and empower their veterinary technicians and veterinary assistants, but the entire organization in providing care to patients across their communities,” said Jai Shah, CEO of Kahuna Workforce Solutions.

Veterinary Industry Leaders Launch Consumer Marketing Campaign to Raise Awareness and Educate Pet Owners and Practice Teams About Veterinary Nurses/Technicians

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Monday, October 16, 2023

ORLANDO, Fla., Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The North American Veterinary Community (NAVC), with support from VCA Animal Hospitals (VCA), today announced the launch of an international marketing campaign to raise awareness of and support for the critical, life-saving role veterinary nurses and technicians play in veterinary practices and in the overall healthcare of animals. This first-of-its-kind campaign will deliver educational and engaging materials to veterinary practices worldwide reaching thousands of pet owners with the goal of changing perceptions of veterinary nurses and technicians and fully utilizing their skills and education. "Trust Your Vet Tech" kicks off the week of October 16 in support of National Veterinary Technician Appreciation Week and builds on the NAVC's Veterinary Nurse/Technician Empowerment Campaign launched in 2021 to elevate and advance the role of veterinary nurses and technicians across the veterinary profession.

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We want pet owners to feel more confident having a qualified, credentialed veterinary nurse/tech care for their pets.
Sixty-three percent of pet owners do not know that credentialed veterinary nurses/technicians are the animal healthcare equivalent of registered nurses.
The toolkit includes downloadable posters, social media posts, email graphics and a landing page dedicated to pet owners.
The campaign will also include national advertising in NAVC trade publications and a digital advertising campaign.

Spay and Neuter Market Expected to Reach $2.24 Billion in 2023 with 5.8% CAGR: A Growing Trend in Pet Ownership Drives Demand

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Thursday, October 12, 2023

DUBLIN, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Spay And Neuter Global Market Report 2023" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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DUBLIN, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Spay And Neuter Global Market Report 2023" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
This growth is poised to continue, with the spay and neuter market anticipated to reach $2.6 billion in 2027, sustaining a CAGR of 4.7%.
The spay and neuter market research report offers comprehensive statistics, including global market size, regional shares, and competitor insights.
The growing trend of pet adoption is expected to drive spay and neuter market growth.

VCA Announces Aaron Frazier as New Chief Operating Officer

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Thursday, October 12, 2023

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LOS ANGELES, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- VCA Animal Hospitals, a part of Mars Veterinary Health, announced today it has appointed Aaron Frazier to Chief Operating Officer (COO), promoting him from his most recent role as General Manager (GM) for VCA Canada.

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LOS ANGELES, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- VCA Animal Hospitals, a part of Mars Veterinary Health, announced today it has appointed Aaron Frazier to Chief Operating Officer (COO), promoting him from his most recent role as General Manager (GM) for VCA Canada.
In this role, Aaron reports to Todd Lavender, DVM, President of VCA Animal Hospitals and continues to be a part of the Senior Leadership Team.
As COO, Aaron maintains responsibility for VCA Canada and leads VCA's U.S. Operations, which include the West, Central and Eastern Divisions, Urgent Care and Innovation.
"I'm incredibly honored and grateful to have this opportunity to help lead VCA forward," said Aaron.

VCA Charities® Partners with Shelters to Pilot Dog Day Out Field Trip Program

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- VCA Charities, the charitable arm of VCA Animal Hospitals, today announced the launch of a new pilot program designed to take highly adoptable dogs out of shelters and into our communities through a volunteer-based field trip program called Dog Day Out.

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LOS ANGELES, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- VCA Charities, the charitable arm of VCA Animal Hospitals, today announced the launch of a new pilot program designed to take highly adoptable dogs out of shelters and into our communities through a volunteer-based field trip program called Dog Day Out.
The program brings attention to loving, family dogs that have been overlooked simply because of the sheer number of pets currently in shelters.
VCA Charities is calling on first-time volunteers, vacationers, and members of the community to take shelter dogs on field trips, giving the dogs invaluable exercise and enrichment and ultimately helping them get adopted.
"My family experienced the magic of taking a shelter dog on a field trip earlier this year when we visited Maui Humane Society.

Mars Commits Over $100,000 to Cover Cat and Dog Adoption Fees in 15 Cities Across the Country for its Biggest Adoption Event Ever

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023

FRANKLIN, Tenn., Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of 15 years of finding deserving shelter pets furever homes, Mars will host its biggest-ever Annual Mars Pet Adoption Weekend, starting Friday, Sept. 29 through Sunday, Oct. 1. Mars and its family of Petcare brands including ROYAL CANIN® and Camp Bow Wow®, will cover up to a maximum of $100,000 in cat and dog adoption fees at partner shelter locations in 15 cities to help drive adoptions and further its global ambition to end pet homelessness. PEDIGREE Foundation, an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to helping dogs in need find forever homes, will also cover up to a maximum of $50,000 in dog adoption fees in select Adoption Weekend markets. Mars Pet Adoption Weekend kicks off with the first episode in the new season of Unleashed with Katie Couric, a new pet-focused video series featuring Katie Couric and friends.

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PEDIGREE Foundation, an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to helping dogs in need find forever homes, will also cover up to a maximum of $50,000 in dog adoption fees in select Adoption Weekend markets.
Mars Pet Adoption Weekend kicks off with the first episode in the new season of Unleashed with Katie Couric, a new pet-focused video series featuring Katie Couric and friends.
In the Mars Pet Adoption Weekend episode, Katie takes viewers behind the scenes for a heartwarming look at the adoption journey of Chief, an adorable three-legged dog.
Seventeen shelters are participating in the 15th Annual Mars Pet Adoption Weekend, located in 15 cities:

AGPROfessionals Makes Steps for Future Growth

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Monday, September 18, 2023

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GREELEY, Colo., Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Agriculture development and advocacy firm, AGPROfessionals, is positioning itself for future growth. On August 28th, Karen Gerfen Glueck assumed the role of Vice President, Communications and Strategic Planning.

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Karen Gerfen Glueck is named Vice President, Communications and Strategic Planning
GREELEY, Colo., Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Agriculture development and advocacy firm, AGPROfessionals, is positioning itself for future growth.
She guided the non-profit agriculture advocacy group, Protect the Harvest's growth to national prominence.
Her unique combination of agricultural and animal welfare advocacy, along with her years of experience and involvement with the groundbreaking growth in the veterinary industry, will help position AGPROfessionals and our valued clients for the future."
A professional problem-solving firm, AGPROfessionals focuses on achieving the goals of their agricultural clients and advocating their success.

Inspiring the Next Generation of Veterinary Professionals

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

NEWARK, N.J., Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In support of its Purpose—A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS®—Mars Veterinary Health is investing in several youth-centered programs to help address profession-wide talent shortages.

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That's why Mars is committed to inspiring and supporting youth in a variety of ways, including limiting the financial burden of veterinary education.
Mars believes it's never too early to support passionate future veterinary professionals, and these are a few of the ways its veterinary businesses are working to help pet-loving youth pursue lifelong veterinary careers.
Veterinary team members interacted with students to help them learn about a career in veterinary medicine, with the goal of instilling a sense of belonging through a variety of experiences, so children can visualize themselves as veterinary professionals and eventually explore veterinary careers.
With programs across its family of businesses working to provide opportunities for the next generation of veterinary professionals, Mars is committed to having a positive impact on the veterinary profession.