To celebrate World Veterinary Day on Saturday 28 April we asked people to share the reasons why they love their vet using the hashtag #WeLoveOurVet. We also asked our wonderful veterinarians to talk about why they love being a veterinarian.

Thank you to those who shared their stories with us.

Humans have specialists for many areas of health but vets have to ALL of these things in their job.

Our vet is so kind.

Why did become a veterinarian? I was in a fortunate position to see wildlife from a young age.

Why did become a veterinarian? It was the only career I ever imagined dong.

We love our vet because she always seems so delighted to see our Meg!

When Paris was speyed, she bled a bit and I'm not a coper when it comes to any sort of bleeding.

What do you love the most about being a veterinarian? The variety and the challenges that working with so many diverse species brings

Why have you chosen to become a volunteer with the NZVA?

World Veterinary Day. Sat 28 April. #WeLoveOurVet

World Veterinary Day. Sat 28 April. #WeLoveOurVet

World Veterinary Day. Sat 28 April. #WeLoveOurVet

World Veterinary Day. Sat 28 April. #WeLoveOurVet

Source: The New Zealand Veterinary Association