Annual Penn Vet Clinic Delivers Preventive Care to Hundreds of Philadelphia Pets
The Ryan Hospital at the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Veterinary Medicine (Penn Vet) hosted the 16th annual Dog and Cat Wellness and Vaccination Clinic on the Martin Luther King, Jr., Day of Service. The Clinic is the School’s largest community service event, providing veterinary care to pet owners who may not otherwise have easy access to veterinary care. Penn Medicine and CHOP also provided health screenings and free influenza vaccines for pet owners, making this a true “One Health” event.
Nearly 220 pets were vaccinated, and Penn Vet students, faculty, and staff volunteered to participate in this year’s Clinic. Since its inception in 2009, the Clinic has vaccinated more than 3,700 pets.
“The Clinic was a wonderful opportunity to connect with our local Philadelphia community that may not otherwise have access to routine care for their pets,” said Professor of Surgery David Holt, and faculty sponsor for the event. “By offering vaccinations and preventive care, we reduced the incidence of preventable infectious diseases, such as rabies, and improved the overall health of our pet population.”
Author: Martin J. Hackett
Source: https://www.vet.upenn.edu/
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