Dogs Trust Veterinary Director wins Outstanding Service award

Paula Boyden wins Outstanding Service award

Dogs Trust Veterinary Director Paula Boyden has received the BVA Outstanding Service Award (Chiron Award).

Huge congratulations to our Veterinary Director Paula Boyden, who received the British Veterinary Association (BVA) Outstanding Service Award (Chiron Award) on 14 November.

The award is given for contributions to veterinary science or for services to the profession, judged as being worthy of international or interprofessional recognition. This year, Paula received the award for the extensive contributions she has made to pet health and welfare and One Health.

Paula Boyden (on the left in the photo) received her award from BVA president Elizabeth Mullineaux. Through her work at Dogs Trust, the Links Group and other sector groups, she has improved the lives of dogs, veterinary professionals and animal owners. Her numerous articles, speeches and public affairs campaigns have also been incredibly impactful in raising awareness of key issues affecting the animal welfare and the veterinary profession. 

On receiving the award, Paula said:

It is a huge honour to be this year’s recipient of the BVA Chiron award. When I look at previous recipients, I am truly humbled to be nominated and recognised for the work that I am so passionate about. I’m incredibly privileged to have worked with some amazing people in the veterinary and welfare sectors. This award is a reflection of their dedication and hard work... I am so very proud of the work of my Dogs Trust colleagues to improve dog welfare. Long may we continue to shine a light on animal welfare and our amazing profession

This is an extremely prestigious award in the veterinary profession and we’re proud and delighted that Paula’s amazing work and outstanding professionalism have been recognised in this way.

Congratulations Paula!