Zoetis: Empowering Veterinary Professionals Through Continuing Education and Comprehensive Support
Zoetis, as the world's leading animal health company, is dedicated to nurturing our world and humankind by advancing care for animals. With over 70 years of experience in innovating ways to predict, prevent, detect, and treat animal illness, Zoetis continues to stand by those raising and caring for animals worldwide - from livestock farmers to veterinarians and pet owners. Recognizing the critical role of veterinary professionals, Zoetis is committed to providing comprehensive support through continuing education programs, mental health resources, financial assistance, and professional development opportunities. This commitment stems from the understanding that supporting veterinarians is essential to Zoetis' mission of advancing animal health.
Staying Ahead: Zoetis' Commitment to Continuing Education
Zoetis understands the rapid evolution of technology, veterinary medicine, and laboratory science. To ensure veterinary professionals can provide the best possible patient care, Zoetis is dedicated to being a go-to educational resource.
- Comprehensive Educational Resources: Zoetis offers a wide array of educational content, including product information, professional development training, and learnings on key disease conditions. Veterinary professionals can explore the latest in veterinary diagnostics through RACE-approved webinars, podcasts, and additional informational media. A comprehensive diagnostic reference library and numerous hours of on-demand continuing education content are also available.
- Flexible Learning: Zoetis provides various learning formats to accommodate busy schedules and diverse learning styles. IntroVet's on-demand veterinary CE allows professionals to learn at their own pace with instant access to course videos and downloadable notes. Live-interactive veterinary CE offers real-time discussions with speakers, enabling participants to get their questions answered and connect with colleagues from the comfort of their homes.
- Focus on Key Areas: Zoetis' continuing education programs cover a wide range of topics, including advancements in technology and medicine. For example, a popular topic presented in 2024 by Dr. Tamara Grubb explores new screening tools and the importance of early diagnosis of feline osteoarthritis (OA). Viewers will understand approaches to management and learn about medical breakthroughs, including drugs like Solensia®, being used to effectively control OA pain. Special focus will be given to interpreting subtle clues in feline activity, and educating your clients to notice these changes.
Addressing Mental Health and Well-being in the Veterinary Profession
Being a veterinarian is more than just a job; it's a calling built on care, compassion, and trust in vulnerable moments. The demands placed on veterinary professionals are significant, and support is essential-even for the most resilient members of the field. Zoetis invests in the veterinary profession, not just because animals deserve excellent care, but also because the people caring for animals deserve support.
Partnerships for Mental Health Support: Zoetis partners with organizations dedicated to improving veterinary workplace culture and supporting mental health because well-being should not be treated as a luxury. The Zoetis Foundation supports programs that focus on mental health and provides resources on emotional resilience and workplace well-being so that veterinary teams feel less isolated and more connected to one another and to the broader profession.
Supporting Organizations: Zoetis provides grants to organizations such as:
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- Not One More Vet (NOMV) Veterinary Mental Health Support: This grant promotes veterinary mental health and well-being through evidence-based, culturally competent and multi-level health support.
- Australian Veterinary Association (AVA): This grant supports the “Cultivating Safe Teams” program, which delivers free mental wellness and psychosocial safety training for veterinary professionals in Australia.
- Federation of Veterinarians of Europe (FVE): This grant seeks to empower veterinary workplaces by providing guidance, coaching, and support to promote positive workplace culture and mental well-being.
- Vetlife: This grant sustains and enhances the Vetlife Outreach program, including a helpline, online mental health resources and advisory services.*DVM and former Not One More Vet Board Member, hosts informational booths to provide education, resources and support to help transform mental well-being in the veterinary profession.
Alleviating Financial Burdens and Expanding Access to the Profession
The path into veterinary medicine can feel overwhelming long before someone stands in their first exam room. It’s academically rigorous and financially demanding. Student debt often shapes career decisions and limits what new veterinarians believe is possible for their future.
- Financial Assistance and Scholarships: The Zoetis Foundation supports initiatives that widen the profession’s entry points - including scholarships and financial assistance through grants provided to organizations like AAVMC and others, as well as debt relief programs and grants that help reduce financial stress and broaden access to opportunity.
- Supporting Underrepresented Youth: Grants are also provided to organizations like the National FFA Organization to engage underrepresented youth, encouraging their participation in agricultural education and the FFA.
Empowering Veterinary Teams Through Professional Development and Resources
Beyond education and mental health, support also means providing opportunities to grow and to stay connected to innovation in the field. Zoetis invests in continuing education and professional development, supporting veterinary technicians and nurses as well as veterinarians, ensuring access to science, training, and leadership resources.
- Comprehensive Resources: Instructional videos, educational webinars, and conferences help veterinary teams stay informed and prepared to deliver excellent care.
- Focus on Communication: Zoetis believes that part of supporting veterinarians means helping carry that communication load. That is why ongoing investment in medical education for veterinary teams, along with the development of educational resources for pet owners, increases understanding of conditions, treatment pathways, and the long-term value of care.
Zoetis Foundation: Extending Support to Global Communities
The impact of veterinary work is profound-it matters to families who sleep easier because their dog is no longer in pain, to farmers who can continue a legacy with healthy herds, and to communities whose food systems are safer and more secure because of vigilant care.
- Livelihoods and Sustainable Practices: This aligns with the Zoetis Foundation’s focus on livelihoods through capacity-building initiatives that help veterinary professionals and livestock farmers develop sustainable practices.
- Global Impact: The Zoetis Foundation extends its support to global communities through grants to organizations like the World Food Program USA, delivering financial and veterinary services to help build resilience among livestock producers in Kenya and Somalia. The Wildlife Conservation Society’s inaugural graduate of the Zoetis Foundation Veterinary Residency in Zoological Medicine and Surgery overseeing the anesthesia of a snow leopard at the Bronx Zoo.
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