The Vets Pets “Purr-fect Pace Challenge” took place during the entire month of September, encouraging participants to focus on health and fitness by walking, running, or biking. Participants tracked their miles using the Map My Fitness app and competed individually or with their pets and colleagues.
The top performers, noted below won individual prizes:
- $150 REI Gift Card for New Running Shoes – Kristina Deak, LaCroix Veterinary Hospital
- Apple AirPods 4 – Michelle Mayakis, Rolesville Veterinary Hospital
- Vets Pets Yeti Cup – Carrie Dixon, LaCroix Veterinary Hospital
Top 10 Indiviual Miles
| Rank | Name | Miles | Practice |
| 1 | Kristina Deak | 402.8 | LVH |
| 2 | Michelle Mayakis | 294.4 | RVH |
| 3 | Carrie Dixon | 180.4 | LVH |
| 4 | Zack LaMay | 175 | KAH |
| 5 | Sarah Boyer | 165.3 | CTAH |
| 6 | Emily Valli | 142.05 | HRVH |
| 7 | Natalie Young | 126 | CP |
| 8 | Jackie Iadicicco | 123.7 | OHPS |
| 9 | Jennifer Hummel | 119.7 | RVH |
| 10 | Erica Guaglianone | 104 | OHPS |
The following teams with the highest average miles logged per hospital won the following:
- 1st – Office Barbecue with Grillmaster Steve Thomas: LaCroix Veterinary Hospital
- 2nd – Gift Card for the Team to Enjoy Lunch Outside: Oak Heart Veterinary Hospital at Person Street
Top 4 Practice Miles
- LaCroix Veterinary Hospital
- Oak Heart Veterinary Hospital at Person Street
- Companion Pharmacy
- Knightdale Animal Hospital
This event promoted a fun way to stay active and engage as a community and we are already excited for next year’s challenge!
