Nominations needed for The Blue Cross veterinary nurses award

The Blue Cross pet charity is requesting nominations for The Blue Cross Veterinary Nurse Award 2005

The annual award, which takes place during the British Veterinary Nursing Association Annual Congress (BVNA) on 7 – 9 October in Stoneleigh, Warwickshire, is presented to veterinary nurses in recognition of their contribution in educating the public in responsible pet ownership and the welfare of pets in the community.

Last year’s award was won by Nadine Fletcher of the Summerhill Veterinary Centre at Fakenham in Norfolk. Nadine was chosen to be honoured by The Blue Cross for the inspiration and encouragement she gives the practice’s trainees and for imparting her strong principles of animal welfare to the next generation of veterinary nurses.

Nominations can be made by completing the nomination form on The Blue Cross website at - http://www.bluecross.org.uk/web/site/home/nurse.asp - before 31st July or by contacting Debbie Hazell on 01993 825577 to request a nomination form.

The Blue Cross has taken a lead in animal care for over a hundred years. Its four animal hospitals provide a lifeline for needy pet owners particularly elderly and disabled people. Without the hospitals, and the services they provide, many people would be without the benefits that pet ownership can bring.

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Notes to editors

The Blue Cross is Britain's pet charity, providing information, advice and practical support for pet and horse owners. Through its network of animal adoption centres it rehomes thousands of animals each year. Its hospitals provide veterinary care for the pets of people who cannot afford private vets' fees.