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Twelve veterinary professionals and teams across North America are recognized for their extraordinary impact on pets and the families who love them.
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SEATTLE, June 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Veterinary professionals are often the unsung heroes behind some of life’s most emotional moments. They are healers, advocates, and first responders for our beloved pets, guiding families through joy, uncertainty, heartbreak, and hope with exceptional skill and compassion.
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In recognition of their work and in honor of Veterinary Appreciation Day, Trupanion, the leading provider of medical insurance for cats and dogs, today announced the winners of its 2026 Veterinary Appreciation Day Awards. The program celebrates individuals and teams whose dedication and compassion make a lasting difference in the lives of pets, families, colleagues, and communities across North America.
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This year marked the largest Veterinary Appreciation Day campaign in Trupanion history, with nearly 2,000 nominations, more than 86,000 public votes cast, and nearly 110,000 nominee shares across social media and online communities.
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From hundreds of heartfelt nominations submitted by pet parents, veterinary peers, and animal lovers, 12 winners were selected.
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“Every pet parent remembers the people who were there during the moments that mattered most—the veterinarian who stayed late, the technician who offered comfort through heartbreak, the emergency team who refused to give up,” said Margi Tooth, President and CEO of Trupanion. “These awards honor those extraordinary individuals and teams. Reading this year’s nominations was a powerful reminder that veterinary professionals don’t just care for animals; they guide families through some of life’s most emotional moments with compassion, steadiness, and heart. We are deeply honored to celebrate them.”
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2026 Veterinary Appreciation Day Award Winners
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United States West
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- Veterinarian: Ashley McCaughan, DVM — Marina Village Veterinary and Holistic Care (Alameda, CA)
- Veterinary Professional: Peggy Peterson, Receptionist — 24th Street Animal Clinic (Omaha, NE)
- Team: VCA River City Animal Hospital (Post Falls, ID)
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United States East
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- Veterinarian: Jennifer Derby, DVM — River Road Animal Hospital (Southport, NC)
- Veterinary Professional: Taylor Conley, RVT — Animal Care Clinic of North Canton (North Canton, OH)
- Team: Metropolitan Veterinary Specialists and Emergency Service (MVSES) (Louisville, KY)
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Canada West
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- Veterinarian: Taryn Cass, DVM — Uptown Animal Hospital (Salmon Arm, BC)
- Veterinary Professional: Chantelle Best, VA — Wood Buffalo Small Animal Hospital (Fort McMurray, AB)
- Team: Boreal Veterinary Centre (Edmonton, AB)
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Canada East
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- Veterinarian: Lara Cohen, DVM — Clinique Vétérinaire De Hull (Gatineau, QC)
- Veterinary Professional: Caitlin Harrison, Client Care Specialist — Halifax Veterinary Hospital (Halifax, NS)
- Team: Hometown Veterinary Hospital (Fredericton, NB)
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More Than Medicine: Stories of the 2026 Honorees
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Among this year’s honorees is Ashley McCaughan, DVM, of Marina Village Veterinary and Holistic Care in Alameda, California, who is recognized as the U.S. West Veterinarian winner for her compassionate, relationship-centered approach to care. Her nominator described Dr. Ashley’s gift for helping pets and their families feel safe in moments of fear and uncertainty, recalling a visit with a beloved senior dog named Bailey.
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