27.04.24: Today, on World Vet Day (Saturday, 27th April 2024), Australians are being encouraged to pass on their paw-fect praise and thanks to the more than 25,000* vets nationwide who help care, support and nurture pets of all kinds.
Vets help care for more than 28 million** household animals across Australia, including cats and dogs, which make up more than two-thirds (78%**) of companion animals. In fact, more than 1 in 2 (54%***) pet owners agree that vets provide important and preventative advice to help keep their furry friends from having a ruff-day and ultimately, help them live longer.
The most common reasons for vet visits were for check-ups and vaccinations, followed by ear and eye issues, skin conditions, de-sexing and dentistry****. Regionally its cows, horses and other farm animals who make up some of the other most popular animals treated by regional and rural vets each year
