Do you know an inspirational young or early career vet? Nominations for this year’s British Veterinary Association (BVA) Young Vet of the Year are now open.
BVA is encouraging animal owners and veterinary professionals to nominate exceptional candidates for the prestigious award which celebrates vets in the early stages of their career who have shown outstanding care, dedication or success.
Nominees may have delivered exceptional care to a patient; made a positive contribution to their community or the wider veterinary profession; or shown their dedication to a cause.
As well as urging veterinary professionals to nominate their early career colleagues, animal owners and vet clients are being invited to help shine a spotlight on deserving young and early career vets who have been there for them and their animals.
Young Vet of the Year award
Early career vets who are keen to demonstrate their ambition and dedication to the profession can also self-nominate for the award.
British Veterinary Association president, Dr. Elizabeth Mullineaux said: “We know how hard all vets work to care for the UK’s animals and to protect both human and animal health and welfare.
“Our young and early career vets deserve to have their incredible work recognised and this award is an opportunity to highlight their compassion, skills and positive contribution to the profession.”
Vice-president and general manager of Zoetis UK, which sponsors the award, Oya Canbas said: “Here at Zoetis, we are always so proud to support the Young Vet of the Year award and to help shine a light on the incredible achievements and dedication of early career vets.
“These deserving professionals play a huge part in caring for the health and welfare of the UK’s animals and always go the extra mile to provide the best possible care.
“We look forward to hearing all about the inspiring nominees for this year’s award and to celebrating their successes.”
This award is the only one of its kind in terms of cross-community reach and is open to all those registered with the RCVS and in the first eight years of their careers.
Applications can be from members of the public and those working within any veterinary sphere, including clinical practice, research, education or veterinary politics.
The winner will be announced on Thursday, October 16, 2025 at the BVA Awards, held at BVA’s headquarters at Mansfield Street, London.
The winner will receive a prize package which includes £1,000, a year of free BVA membership and mentoring/engagement opportunity with Zoetis.
The deadline for entries is 9:00a.m on Monday, August 4, 2025.
