Winners Announced For The 2012 Ceva Awards For Animal Welfare

Chris Laurence presenting Richard Edwards with his award Following a nationwide search to find inspirational individuals who are passionate about companion animal welfare, Ceva Animal Health UK, manufacturer of the leading veterinary behaviour products, Feliway® and AdaptilTM, has announced the winners of the prestigious Ceva Awards for Animal Welfare. The winners in each of the categories are: Chris Laurence Vet of the Year Richard Edwards AlphaPet Veterinary Clinic, Bognor Regis Nominated by Jaine Wild “As a main partner in AlphaPet Veterinary Clinic, Richard has been the leading light in helping local animal and wildlife rescue and has encouraged other members of staff to do the same. Richard is involved in the Badger Trust, helping to rescue and carry out post mortems. He is also involved in marine life and wildlife rescue and campaigns against puppy farming. Richard has changed the face of vet clinics in West Sussex to the appreciation of many animal welfare charities.” Welfare Nurse of the Year Rachel Wright The Tree of Life for Animals, India/Peterborough Nominated by Kym Barratt “Originally from the UK, Rachel set up her Charity ‘The Tree of Life for Animals’ (TOFLA) in India in 2006. Since then she has been working seven days a week living on the site with her husband and daughter. TOFLA has sterilised over 12,000 dogs. Every animal is treated with very special care, individual attention and the highest standards of compassion; TOFLA has a 'no euthanasia' policy for animals that have the capacity for a happy healthy life. Not only does Rachel dedicate her life to her charity, but to manage her finances she comes back to the UK to carry out locum work. Rachel’s compassion, strength and determination has inspired everyone who has volunteered for her.” Pet Lovers Welfare Award Carol Fowler Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire Nominated by Dan O’Neil “Carol’s caring, focused and determined approach to improving the future of British dog breeding has been outstanding. Her time has been spent helping owners to recognise hereditary disorders affecting UK dog breeds, giving helpful advice to many owners. Carol should be recognised for her sterling efforts to improve pedigree dog welfare.” In addition, Marc Abraham, renowned media vet and campaigner for animal welfare, was presented with a Special Recognition Award for his latest project 'Where's Mum' which focuses on combating puppy farming. For further information please visit www.marcthevet.com “Our award winners are all outstanding individuals who have really gone that extra mile to improve companion animal welfare,” comments Ginette Bryant at Ceva Animal Health UK. “These unsung heroes are truly inspirational and deserve to be honoured for their achievements and dedication.” All the winners were presented with their awards during a ceremony on Thursday 12 April 2012 during WSAVA/BSAVA/FECAVA Congress in Birmingham. For further information, please telephone Ceva Animal Health on 01494 781510, email [email protected] or contact your local Ceva territory manager.

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