Flying vets!
One of the many sky divers of the day.
In total 24 jumpers took on their brave challenge, raising over £10,000 for MIND, the mental health charity and Pet Blood Bank, the UK’s national canine blood donation charity.
Speaking after her jump, Jenny Walton, Veterinary Surgeon at Vets Now in Middlesbrough and also Veterinary Supervisor for Pet Blood Bank commented; “This was, without a one of the best days of my life - an incredible experience. I jumped from 10,000 feet at 8.15pm, sun dipped in the sky, blue skies to the horizon and reached a speed of 120mph in freefall for 30secs and then there were a few minutes of glorious panoramic scenery as we floated around the sky.”
She added; “So far we have raised over £10,000 but we’re keen to hit our target of £20,000 and would love it if the profession got behind us to raise money for these very worthwhile causes.”
Anyone who would like support the Vets Now team in continuing their fundraising efforts can visit:
www.justgiving.com/vetsnowskydivers-mind
www.justgiving.com/vetsnowskydivers-pbbuk
Two independent vets have launched a podcast to help owners strengthen their bond with pets. Dr Maggie Roberts and Dr Vanessa Howie, who have worked in both veterinary practice and major charities, are keen to use their experience to enable people to give pets a better life.
