The average vet tech’s career is 7-10 years. Did you know that? I did. And after 5 years in veterinary medicine, I thought I almost made it. That statistic won’t get me. Here I am. I have arrived. But it’s funny how quickly things can change. When I became pregnant, I thought how serendipitous my… Read More
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No, We Don’t Offer a Money-Back Guarantee
“I wasn’t satisfied with my visit, I want a refund.” “The bloodwork was normal, so I can get my money back, right?” “The treatment didn’t help. I want my money back.” For anyone in the veterinary field, we hear this a lot. It seems like owners believe that if they complain enough they will get… Read More
Warning! This Article is About Managing Expectations
I am a rabid Outlander fan. I’m a rabid book fan in general. I’m almost always delighted to see a favorite book become a movie or TV show. Over the years, I’ve noticed that there are three book adaptation fans: the ones who want the movie to be exactly like the book, the ones who… Read More
It’s Time to Redefine Myself – As a Mom and an RVT
The time has come for me to return to my job as a registered veterinary technician (RVT). I have had one incredible year with my first child and can’t help but be completely grateful for this time with him and, if I’m being completely honest, the time with myself. Mastering New Goals I am coming… Read More
We Can Control Our Actions, but We Can’t Control Outcomes
I recently went into the emergency clinic where I do relief work to help with a surgery. When I got there, it was — well a typical weekend afternoon at the emergency clinic. The cages were full of sick patients, the rooms were full of worried clients. The doctor who was scheduled to be on… Read More
Caring for Itchy Dogs This Allergy Season
Sponsored content from Zoetis Petcare Allergic dermatitis is the number one reason why owners bring their dogs to the veterinarian, yet many pet owners are not aware that their pets can get allergies, and don’t realize that there is an underlying medical issue that’s causing their dog to itch. With August being the peak of… Read More