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Nursing My Own Pet
Floki came to me as a tiny feral kitten shortly after I had lost my cat of twenty-two years. He arrived in a carrier with his sister, and I could not bear to separate the two of them. I am grateful to...
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Expand Your Potential: Tips for Studying in a Group
Studying is obviously an important part of being a student and a lot of us do it alone. However, at a certain point, studying alone can become ineffective due to procrastination or distractions such...
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Hard Decisions: Euthanasia
This summer I have been working in a small animal clinic in the country. Working there has given me the opportunity to apply the skills I have learned in school to a professional setting. However, one...
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Tyler’s Top 3 Posts
Have you seen them yet? Here are Tyler’s top 3 posts she recommends you read: Searching for Orchids Mystery Leg Swelling: Equine First Time Experience: IV Catheters Learn more about Tyler here.
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Jenna’s Top 3 Posts
Have you seen them yet? Here are Jenna’s top 3 posts she recommends you read: Voice Nursing My Own Pet The Art of Trimming Pug Nails Learn more about Jenna here.
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Merck Veterinary Manual App: Instant Information
As a student I am always on the run, always asking questions, and always being asked questions. I am always researching for information for new stuff, or to just jog my memory. Either way, my...
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Emergency Technicians
The first thing one learns about working in an emergency veterinary clinic is that no two nights are ever the same. The second thing learned is to never, ever comment about it being a slow night. If...
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There is an App for That
In the field of veterinary medicine, learning is an ongoing endeavor as new studies and findings are occurring on a daily basis. As a student, searching for reputable information is even more of a...
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Unicorns and Sloths
A unicorn friend that is always available when I have questions. We all know people who seem to grasp new concepts and understand them easily. These proverbial unicorns make learning and retaining...
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Mentors
Finding a mentor is important when undertaking any new endeavor, this is especially true of vet med. Someone who you can aspire to emulate, not only in technical skill but all areas of the field....
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Lab Animal Research: Rats are Awesome
This semester I have a class dedicated to only lab animals and lab animal health and manipulations. Honestly, going into this class I thought that I would hate it. I was against the use of animals for...
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My Super Doctor
She sits at her desk going over the extensive list of supplies needed for our clinic and searches online for the most cost-effective items so that she can pass the savings along to our clients. She...
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Surgery Protocols and Communication: Working Together
Veterinary technicians are required to be flexible and efficient; these are skills that make them integral parts of the veterinary team. Since I am now in my third-year as a veterinary technician I am...
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Curveball
There are times when life throws us unexpected curve balls. These unforeseen circumstances disrupt everything in their path which also includes any plans we have made. Recently I was faced with one of...
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Keeping Motivated Until the End
The end of the road is in view for my school career. In my mind, I am already a graduated veterinary technician. I am full of knowledge and ready to go out into the workforce and use it. However, I am...
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Why I Drove 10 Hours for a Cat
The bond between a pet and its owner is very special. They are always happy to see us. They are always there when you come home from work or school. They greet you purring or tail wagging. We get so...
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Graduation: Now Onto the Next
After three of the most difficult but exciting years of my life, I am done school vet tech school. I am now an official veterinary technician. If I could speak to my past self she wouldn’t believe...
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Study Tips
I am always seeking out ways to improve my study habits and memory retention. As a person who is often distracted, finding the time to sit down and study can be challenging. I have found some helpful...
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Bad Days
There is not one single person that has not endured at least a bad day or two. So, you woke up late and stubbed your toe, or you were stuck in traffic today. You may have just argued with your family,...
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5 Tips for New Students Starting Vet or Vet Tech School
This fall, I am not going back to school, I have entered the workforce as an official veterinary technician. However, now that I am done, it is time for me to spread my wisdom to the new generation....
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