The Veterinary Technology Blog

If an emerging veterinary professional determines that animal nursing is their pathway, they have to decide whether to become a veterinary technician or a veterinary technologist. This article will discuss how the two roles are the same, the ways they are different, and the reasons why a future veterinary nurse would choose one over the other.

The math is simple: pet owners live healthier and happier and millions of pets need homes. Whether you adopt, foster, or volunteer at a local animal shelter, statistics show investments of time and energy with pets pays out well in long-term health and happiness benefits.

When most people think of animal doctors, they think of veterinarians. Veterinarians make the ultimate time investment when it comes to animal healthcare education. Unlike vet technicians and veterinary assistants, there is no limit to what procedures they can do within the scope of their knowledge.

Most animal behavior programs are offered in conjunction with a school’s psychology department and enable students to learn many different aspects of animal behavior. Take a look at this list of 7 top animal behavior and psychology programs to learn about available degree offerings.

Attracting like-minded professionals under the roof, these conferences are tailored to provide insights into best practices, the latest research, and emerging technologies. Some conferences focus on specialized topics such as anesthesia or diagnostic imaging, while others may cater to broader themes, ensuring that there is something for everyone involved.

Pursuing a veterinary medicine or animal science career can be costly in today’s higher-learning environment. Luckily, there are many ways to help you cover the costs, whether pursuing a DVM or an undergraduate degree in veterinary technology. Scholarships are generally based on academic excellence and financial need, though many other criteria may apply, depending on the award. Browse our extensive list of options.

Scholarships are, most simply put, free money. Students pay them back figuratively, with their service to society, at no interest or obligation. While good scholarships can be hard to find and win, they do exist specifically for motivated individuals who need them most.

If there is a vet tech in your life who you’d like to appreciate with a gift, here are suggestions that are thoughtful, connective, and accessible for any budget. As a bonus, many of the gifts listed also contribute to keeping animals healthy in local communities and across the planet.

Just as the human body needs specialists for different injuries, animals often require a wide range of medical attention. Additional expertise on the anatomy, pathology, behavior, and even nutrition of our pets is learned by becoming specialized in one of the veterinary technician careers. We’ll break down the five top-earning jobs among these, outlining areas of expertise and salary.

Some veterinary technology and DVM students want to specialize. Explore five exceptional aquatic veterinary programs, including details on the coursework, tuition, location, and hands-on experience opportunities.

If you recently graduated or are close to completing a veterinary technology program, congratulations! The majority of the hard work is behind you, but there is one final hurdle to jump before you can start your career as a licensed, certified, or registered veterinary technician: the Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE).

As the nurses of the animal medicine world, veterinary technicians are an essential part of the animal healthcare team. By taking on administrative, customer-facing, and routine clinical tasks, vet techs extend the capacity of a veterinarian to focus on diagnosis, surgery, and treatment planning. While many vet techs enjoy fulfilling careers working as generalists, some find that there is a specific arm of animal medicine in which they’re particularly interested and skilled. Vet techs who wish to follow their passion into a specialization will find that they can level up...

Most state regulatory boards accept RACE-approved and CVTEA-accredited continuing education credits. However, continuing education acceptance is not standardized. States reserve the right to refuse credits from certain classes or providers. Students are advised to confirm that their state will accept credits before registering for any program.

Accredited vet tech programs that prepare students to get their vet tech licenses are available both online and all over the United States. However, it’s often the case that prospective vet techs want to find something close to home - or something in a specific and exciting new region. Northern California is home to San Francisco, the Muir Woods, Yosemite, hundreds of miles of oceanic coastlines, and more. For those wishing to experience all that Northern California has to offer while training to enter the veterinary field as a tech,...

An animal behaviorist is a professional who studies and analyzes the behavior of animals, understanding why they behave in specific ways and providing solutions to improve their well-being. This role often involves diagnosing and treating behavioral issues, conducting research, or working with pet owners and veterinarians to implement behavior modification techniques.