Not all vet techs are created equal. I don’t mean this to belittle anyone, or for it to be a bad thing. It’s just a fact. We all start out in this field because we love animals (and very obviously not because we love money), but the paths we take lead to very different clinics and… Read More
How My Vet Tech Teachers Ruined My Tech Career
Mystery Solved! How Vet Techs Get It All Done
For years we’ve wondered – how do veterinary technicians handle a dozen tasks at once? At last, we have our answer, and they’re not going to be happy the secret is out. [tweetthis]Vet team secrets revealed: How technicians get it all done [/tweetthis] Read More
Why I Don’t Want To Be A ‘Technician’
A conversation I had a few days ago on an Uber ride home started with a common question on what I do for a living. I replied “I am veterinary technician”. Insert awkward pause here… “It’s like a nurse, for animals.” I said, as my excitement from attending a meeting on the future… Read More
The Vet Tech Appreciation Week Anthem!
Every day, vet techs get to hear fun phrases like “Oh I wish I had your job! I’d love playing with puppies all day!” and “Don’t you want to be a veterinarian?” For all of you vet techs, teams, clients, and pet lovers out there, Kelsey Beth performs the perfect anthem for Vet Tech Appreciation… Read More
Why You Need to Thank a Vet Tech Today
Veterinarians get a lot of credit for keeping pets healthy, but veterinary technicians are often the unsung heroes behind the scenes. If you haven’t hugged a vet tech recently (or respectfully shaken his or her hand) here are a few reasons you should get to it. [tweetthis]Looking for another reason to give… Read More
A Veterinarian’s Guide to Infuriating Technicians
Hey veterinarians, good news! Dr. Andy Roark presents a fool-proof guide to keeping your technicians irritated for the whole day! No need to thank us, just make sure you do number six frequently and with gusto! [tweetthis]How to annoy the #VetTechs in your practice [/tweetthis] Read More