Annually, SCAV presents awards to those veterinarians, licensed veterinary technicians, clinic employees, and humanitarians who are recognized for their contributions and service to animals.

Award winners will be honored at an awards presentation ceremony during the SCAV Annual Business Meeting that is scheduled in conjunction with the SCAV Annual Conference each autumn.

To nominate someone in the following areas, please submit two letters of nomination, per nominee, highlighting the examples of the Nominees contributions and deeds that warrant the nomination.  Please submit the 2 letters with the online Nominee registration form found here.

Veterinarian of the Year
Presented to the veterinarian who has served SCAV, the community and their fellow veterinarians in such a way as to exemplify the highest ideals of the profession.

Distinguished Veterinarian of the Year
Presented to one or more senior veterinarian(s) who has/have served the veterinary profession during the years of his/her/their practice.

Licensed Veterinary Technician of the Year
Presented to a South Carolina licensed veterinary technician, and SCAVT member, who has made outstanding contributions as a professional in the past year.

Veterinary Clinic Employee of the Year
Presented to the veterinary clinic employee who has made outstanding contributions of service as an employee of a veterinary clinic who is not licensed in South Carolina as a veterinary technician or as a veterinarian.

Humanitarian of the Year
Presented to a veterinarian or non-veterinarian who has been responsible for exemplary contributions to the health and welfare of animals.

To nominate someone in any of the above mentioned areas, please submit two letters of nomination, per nominee, highlighting the examples of the Nominees contributions and deeds that warrant the nomination.  Please submit the 2 letters with the online Nominee registration form found here.