Agriculture Minister Bob Bjornerud proclaimed the week of October 10-16, as Veterinary Technician Week in Saskatchewan.
"Veterinary technicians play a significant role in the health and welfare of livestock and provide a valuable service to Saskatchewan farmers and ranchers," Bjornerud states. "This proclamation recognizes their efforts and contributions to the overall success of our agriculture industry."
Bjornerud made the provincial proclamation in conjunction with National Veterinary Technician Week, which is observed across Canada and the United States.
In Saskatchewan, the week is sponsored by the Saskatchewan Association of Veterinary Technologists (SAVT). SAVT works to improve animal health and welfare, and to promote the profession by emphasizing high standards of education and continuing education for veterinary technicians.
"Veterinary Technician Week is our time to promote the veterinary technician profession, so that people will better understand and appreciate what we do," SAVT President-Elect Amanda Shea adds.
Veterinary technicians are responsible for performing diagnostic testing, radiographic imaging, anaesthesia, medical and surgical nursing and daily care of animals, among other duties.
