It’s the height of summer! That means time for parties, fireworks, and- because we love you all- silly quizzes. If you’ve ever wondered what fourth of July party item best describes your pet (and who doesn’t?), we have the answer here for you. Enjoy, and be safe! Read More
Archives for June 2016
This Vet Tech Discovered Why You NEVER Wear Loose Scrubs
Want to know how awkward two poodles can make you feel? Check out the story @alii316 shared with us on the @DrAndyRoark Instagram. “Back when I was a tech, I always wore loose scrubs.” via GIPHY “One day, a client lets her two toy poodles loose in the lobby. I come up front to help herd the… Read More
How Much of Yourself Do You Give To Euthanasia?
The worst feeling in the world is euthanizing a patient. It is heartbreaking to listen to the owner cry. It is hard to watch the tears fall and see them at their most vulnerable. Before they walk out the door after saying good bye to their best friend, I have had many owners say to… Read More
Why You’re Miserable at Work (and Five Ways to Fix it)
What is it like to work in a veterinary clinic? You’ll never eat a hot meal (and some days you won’t eat at all). You’ll never have time to go to the bathroom. You’ll smell all day from the urine, poop and vomit that’s on your scrubs. You’ll get yelled at by clients over the… Read More
There’s No Such Thing As “Free” Kittens
As spring and summer heat up, it literally appears as though kittens are a dime a dozen. Yes – it can be easy to adopt a kitten with little or no adoption fee, but that’s just the start of cat ownership. Although the cost of a cat can seem little up front, Dr. Andy Roark has 3 big… Read More
Does Fear Stop Us From Helping Those Who Need it Most?
I practice in a very blessed land. One where I am right down the road from a night and weekend emergency clinic and there are no less than 4 specialty and referral centers within a 15 mile radius. I am never on call and I can always offer my clients the best possible care for… Read More