By Jennifer Reed

We are thrilled to announce that Petplan recently selected The Drake Center as one of three finalists for its 2014 “Practice of the Year” award. The Drake Center’s nomination stood out from more than 3,100 submissions the insurance company received from pet parents across the country.

This is the first year Petplan will recognize a veterinary practice as a whole, in addition to outstanding individuals in the field.

“We are delighted to continue highlighting the work of outstanding veterinary hospitals across the country,” said Natasha Ashton, co-CEO and co-founder of Petplan. “We were impressed that The Drake Center not only provides a consistently exceptional level of care to our four-legged family members, but also demonstrates leadership and a strong desire to help pet parents become better partners in pet health.”

The Drake Center will next be evaluated by Petplan’s accomplished Veterinary Awards Judging Panel, comprised of prominent pet health professionals and veterinarians.

In February, Dr. Drake and four other representatives from The Drake Center will attend the 2014 Veterinary Awards Dinner, held during the 86th annual Western Veterinary Conference in Las Vegas, where the winners be announced in four categories – “Veterinarian of the Year,” “Veterinary Practice Manager of the Year,” “Veterinary Technician of the Year” and “Practice of the Year.”