ORIGINALLY scheduled to begin at 9am on Wednesday, the North Central Regional Health Authority's (NCRHA) free pet spa day kicked off around 7.30am, as there were already several people waiting with their pets at that time.
The event was held to commemorate World Veterinary Day, April 29.
[caption id="attachment_1013143" align="alignnone" width="683"] Kuzmo the Husky attended the NCRHA's free pet spa day on April 26. - Jeff Mayers[/caption]
It took place at the Veterinary Hospital carpark at the Eric Williams Medical Sciences Complex in Mt Hope.
Scores of pets, including dogs, cats and some guinea pigs, were treated to fur blow-outs, brushing/de-shedding, paw-cleaning, nail-trimming and ear-flushing.
[caption id="attachment_1013142" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Charlotte, a Terrier mix, is groomed at the NCRHA's free pet spa. - Jeff Mayers[/caption]
NCRHA CEO Davlin Thomas praised all veterinary staff, saying the turnout and feedback to the event "was more successful than we expected...
"It really is a testimony to the staff and the team that works here...Keep up the great work."
[caption id="attachment_1013141" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Charlotte, a Terrier mix, gets groomed by Chad Persad, owner/professional groomer Island Tails Dog Grooming Service and semi consultation by Dr Tiffany Ramkissoon during the NCRHA's Veterinary Hospital at the Eric Williams Medical Sciences Complex's free spa day on April 26. - Jeff Mayers[/caption]
He said the team found it necessary to provide these services as there is a strong correlation between animals and human well-being.
"Even if indirectly, (it engages) the health and well-being of the human being (by) ensuring that we keep the pets well and fulfil that whole wellness cycle of the individual...And that's really the genius of this.
[caption id="attachment_1013140" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Stefon Villafana comforts his dog Buster as he gets his nails clipped at the NCRHA's free pet spa on April 26. - Jeff Mayers[/caption]
"As a force of good health, we could not resist."
He said the NCRHA will be paying even more attention to the veterinary services provided there, adding that he hopes the event can become an annual one.
[caption id="attachment_1013137" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Alfie, the seven-month old Siberian Husky, was relaxed while being pampered by vet Dr Johanna Coutou during the NCRHA Veterinary Hospital at the Eric Williams Medical Sciences Complex free spa day for pets on April 26 to commemorate World Veterinary Day on April 29. Alfie's owner Jason Patrick looks on. - Jeff Mayers[/caption]
In addition to the animals being groomed, pet owners were also given advice on animal health and general care.
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