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Awards nominations open
Will Stirling of Your Vets receiving his award from Roddy Webster from sponsor Merial.
Will Stirling from YourVets receiving last year's marketing award from Roddy Webster on behalf of Merial Animal Health

The Veterinary Marketing Association (VMA) opens nominations for its Practice Marketing Award

Nominations are being sought for veterinary practices across the UK to be recognised for their marketing campaigns.


The Veterinary Marketing Association (VMA) Practice Marketing Award will be presented at an awards ceremony in March.


Claire Edmunds, who organises the event, said: "I would urge practices to review their marketing activity over the last year - they might be surprised at what they have achieved.


"This is not about quality or size, what the judges are looking for is initiative and innovation in marketing products or services to clients, whether pet owners or farmers."


Will Stirling, marketing manager for Midland's based YourVets, last year's winner, said: "It was a real boost to all the staff, and a great reward for all their hard work.


"Entering couldn't be easier, and for all the entrants the recognition it gives you within the industry is invaluable."


The awards recognise all aspects of marketing, from display advertising, direct and electronic mail, e-marketing, through to mobile and website/ digital communications.


There is a separate award for PR activity open to practices and businesses involved in the veterinary industry.


The winners will be named at a ceremony on March 14 at the Lancaster London Hotel.


The awards are organised by the VMA and supported by Merial Animal Health.
For more visit www.vma.org.uk

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Cold-water dip to raise funds for Vetlife

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 The veterinary mental health charity Vetlife is inviting the veterinary community to join it for a sponsored cold-water dip.

The event will take place at Walpole Bay, Margate, on 17 May during Mental Health Awareness Week. Participants of all abilities can join in the challenge and are advised to bring a towel, a hot drink, a snack, and warm clothes to get changed into afterwards.

Those taking part are being asked to try to raise £100 each to support the work of the charity.

Details about how to take part can be found here. 

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