World Veterinary Day 2024: Theme, History, Messages, and Quotes

World Veterinary Day is celebrated every year on the last Saturday of April. This year it will fall on April 27, 2024. The day aims to mark the importance of veterinary doctors who work on improving animal lives. It is observed globally through various activities such as seminars, workshops, educational sessions, and campaigns. It provides an opportunity to recognise and appreciate the veterinarians towards animal health, welfare, and the general well-being of society.

World Veterinary Day is a special occasion to thank and celebrate the hard work including dedication of veterinarians. On this day, we take this opportunity to acknowledge and praise their kindness and perseverance.

World Veterinary Day 2024 Theme

The theme for 2024 World Veterinary Day is “Veterinarians are essential health workers”.

World Veterinary Day History

World Veterinary Day was first celebrated on April 29, 2000 by the World Veterinary Association (WVA) to recognise and promote the role of veterinarians. On this day, veterinary organisations globally organise events and activities to honour the individuals involved in animal welfare.

World Veterinary Day Significance

Veterinarians play an important role in environmental protection and sustainability. They work for the welfare of animals in different situations, including farms, zoos, and wildlife habitats.

This day encourages people to learn about the disease that spreads from the animals and the need to routinely immunize their pets. The day is to recognise and support vets around the world for their excellent work.

The World Veterinary Association and Global Medicines Association give an annual award to a World Veterinary Association member. The award is only given to those who work as per the theme of the World Veterinary Association.

World Veterinary Day 2024: Quotes

1. I have always felt that the best doctor in the world is a Veterinarian. He can’t ask his patients what is the matter…he’s just got to know — Will Rogers
2. If having a soul means being able to feel love, loyalty and gratitude, then animals are better off than a lot of humans — James Herriot.
3. You can judge a man’s true character by the way he treats his fellow animals. — Paul McCartney
4. Some people talk to animals. Not many listen though. That’s the problem. — A.A. Milne, Winnie-the-Pooh
5. The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated. — Mahatma Gandhi

World Veterinary Day Messages

1. Happy World Veterinary Day to all the veterinarians!
2. Let’s recognise the contributions of veterinarians who have dedicated their lives for the well-being of animals. Happy World Veterinary Day 2024
3. Thank you to all the veterinarians who are committed to the well-being of animals. Wishing you all a Happy World Veterinary Day 2024
4. I express my sincere greetings to all the veterinarians for their hard work in promoting animal health, welfare, and public health.