Pet Memorial Education Programme
It's always hard saying goodbye to a much-loved pet. They are part of the family and do so much to enrich our lives. Why not make their legacy a lasting one too? Donating your pet's body to the University of Bristol will help us to train the vets and anatomists of tomorrow - and help you to honour the amazing animal you have lost.
The University of Bristol trains up to 200 Anatomy, Veterinary Science and Veterinary Nursing students every year and holds regular training courses for qualified veterinary surgeons. As a world-leading centre for veterinary education and anatomy, we work hard to help our students become skilled and compassionate professionals.
Studying real animals is the best way for students to improve their knowledge of anatomy and develop the professional expertise required to become a vet. Just as medical and dental students learn by studying donated human bodies, our students study the bodies of animals. Our Pet Memorial Education Programme provides us with the animals we need to support this hugely important training tool. We rely on the support of pet owners to help us train the next generation of vets and ensure that the animals they care for continue to get the best possible treatment.