ST. LOUIS, September 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — CareVeta leading network of veterinary hospitals, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Blendvet™ And Hill’s Pet Nutrition to integrate diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) content into its enterprise-wide learning management system, CareVet Learning Institute. This revolutionary initiative aims to help work environments foster inclusion and belonging among teams, customers and the community.
In launching this partnership, Blendvet has developed a series of on-demand modules that will be available to veterinary professionals in the CareVet network. These modules, hosted on the CareVet Learning Institute, are designed to introduce veterinary professionals to critical DEIB issues prevalent in the industry, provide valuable tools to promote creative thinking, and ignite passion for positive change agents in the workplace.
Blendvet™ modules cover a range of important topics essential to building a more inclusive veterinary medicine community. Key modules include topics such as “Cultivating and Leading a Diverse, Equitable and Inclusive Culture in Veterinary Medicine,” “LGBTQIA and Allyship,” and “Communicating Across Cultures.”
Led by CEO and Founder, Dr. Nicole Bruno, Blendvet™ is the nation’s first and only veterinarian-led DEIB training program, developing stronger practices and a healthier culture through first-hand information combined with research, discussions, workshops and learning at your own pace for the veterinary professional. As a leader in the DEIB industry, their team of experts has led the charge in enabling veterinary hospitals to cultivate a more inclusive workplace by offering both individual certification programs and hospital certification programs.
“We are excited to partner with Blendvet™ and Hill’s Pet Nutrition to launch this innovative DEIB initiative,” said Dr. Kent Thornberry, chief veterinarian of CareVet. “This program represents our collective commitment to creating a more inclusive veterinary medicine community, where all professionals feel valued, respected and empowered. We believe that adopting the DEIB principles is essential to driving positive change and achieving excellence in patient care.
“As our nation’s demographics continually evolve in diversity, this is consistently reflected within the populations of our veterinary staff and pet owners. Therefore, it is essential that veterinary organizations begin to integrate practices DEIB into their daily routine, prioritizing DEIB training and curriculum and providing tools that help adopt and cultivate a sustainable hospital culture,” says Dr. Bruno.
Hill’s Pet Nutrition, the global leader in science-based nutrition, generously sponsored this integration as part of its ongoing commitment to creating a meaningful and lasting impact on the veterinary medical community.
“At Hill’s, we take an active role in promoting diversity, equity and inclusion in the veterinary profession. “That’s why we’re proud to partner with Blendvet as we work together to build stronger veterinary teams and a healthier practice culture,” said Dr. Karen ShenoyChief U.S. Veterinarian at Hill’s Pet Nutrition.
The partnership between CareVet, Blendvet™ and Hill’s Pet Nutrition demonstrates a shared vision to lead the way in championing diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging within the veterinary medicine industry. By providing veterinary professionals with access to Blendvet’s valuable resources, the initiative aims to cultivate a supportive and inclusive environment for all.
To learn more about CareVet’s innovative initiatives and other benefits, visit carevethealth.com.
About CareVet
CareVet is a leading independent veterinary hospital operator operating in more than 35 states with more than 3,000 team members. Founded in 2018 by Dr. Kent Thornberrya DMV that built and expanded two of its own veterinary hospitals before selling them to two separate veterinary practice management groups and Greg Siwak, a highly regarded entrepreneur. Together, they believed there was a better operating model for hospitals, one rooted in deep commitment and investment in the teams that care for their clients and pets. CareVet is a private company headquartered in St. Louis, Missouriand can be visited at CareVetHealth.com and followed on LinkedIn at @CareVet-Health and Facebook at @CareVetHealth.
About Hill’s Pet Nutrition
Founded 75 years ago with an unwavering commitment to science-based pet nutrition, Hill’s Pet Nutrition’s mission is to help enrich and extend the special relationships between people and their pets. company. Hill’s is dedicated to pioneering research on dogs and cats based on a scientific understanding of their specific needs. As the leading veterinarian-recommended pet food brand, knowledge is our first ingredient with more than 220 veterinarians, nutrition doctors and food scientists working to develop groundbreaking innovations in pet health. pets. Hill’s Prescription Diet therapeutic nutrition and our line of daily wellness products, Hill’s Science Diet, are sold in veterinary clinics and pet specialty retailers worldwide. For more information about our products and nutritional philosophy, visit HillsPet.com.
About BLEND
Blendvet™ is owned and supported by a diverse group of leaders in veterinary medicine. Blendvet™ offers a veterinary and academic certification program designed to train veterinary teams in diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB). By offering the only veterinarian-led DEIB program in the country, it is the first of its kind to create an inclusive work culture focused on fostering environments of belonging for teams and clients.
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SOURCE CareVet