TBV and Avenel continue formal partnership

Media Release - Friday June 11

Thoroughbred Breeders Victoria (TBV) is pleased to announce that Avenel Equine Hospital, who have been valuable sponsors for over five years have re-signed a formal partnership agreement with TBV for another two years.

Thoroughbred Breeders Victoria. Image: Racing Photos

Avenel Equine Hospital is a full-service equine hospital located in the heart of Victoria’s Thoroughbred breeding region. The practice offers a comprehensive On Farm service to equine clients in the local area (Avenel, Nagambie, Seymour and Euroa) as well as intensive care and surgical services at their purpose-built hospital.

Avenel Equine Hospital have played a significant role in Victoria since they opened their doors and are committed to providing Victorian breeders with a premium and holistic service for all their horse’s needs.

Avenel Equine Hospital currently service some of the leading Victorian farms and have partnered with TBV on various projects. Last year, Avenel Equine Hospital partnered with TBV to bring members a pre-season breeding seminar, which once again will be held across a series of webinars this year throughout July.

Dr Katie Wilcox, Director of Avenel Equine Hospital commented:

"We are delighted to continue our relationship with Thoroughbred Breeders Victoria which has been invaluable in allowing us to connect with clients and the wider industry. Avenel Equine Hospital has continued to grow with the support of Victorian Farms and we are currently expanding our facilities and services in response to this. It is an exciting time for our business and the Thoroughbred breeding industry in Victoria."

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TBV Executive Officer, Charmein Bukovec is delighted to have Avenel Equine Hospital continue to support the industry, commenting: 

“Katie and the team at Avenel Equine Hospital have been partners with TBV and friends of the Victorian breeding industry for quite some time. I am delighted that we are able to continue this relationship but more importantly offer Victorian breeders a premium service through our partnership with Avenel.”

The organisation remains strongly committed to the success of the Victorian breeding industry, a position that is made clear by their long-standing sponsorship of Thoroughbred Breeders Victoria.

Find out more about Avenel Equine Hospital’s services by clicking here.

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