The Veterinary Technology Blog

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.

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.

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,...

Giving pets as holiday gifts can seem heartwarming, but it carries substantial responsibilities that potential pet owners should consider. Traditional media has portrayed pets as gifts as a heartwarming and magical experience. While gifting a pet can sometimes play out like the movies, it is more complicated than popping a bow on a kitten. There are many considerations to take into account.

If you are planning to fly with your pet, checking the airline's pet policies is essential. Each airline has its own set of rules and regulations for traveling with animals. Some airlines allow small pets in the cabin, while others require them to travel in cargo.

Massage therapy is widely recognized for its therapeutic benefits in humans, promoting relaxation, relieving stress, and alleviating muscle tension. These same advantages can be extended to our beloved pets, as they, too, experience physical and emotional strain in their daily lives. By incorporating massage into your pet care routine, you can enhance their well-being, foster a deeper bond, and improve their overall quality of life.

Students interested in becoming a veterinarian may want to complete pre-vet training while at the undergraduate level. Typically, this means completing a degree in a related science field, but a few schools even allow students to start their senior year of college as a freshman in a veterinary program. Many schools also have pre-vet clubs that can be helpful in meeting other students engaged in and interested in the field. Read on for more about the various pre-vet programs around the country.

Veterinarians have been using traditional 3D printing for some time to create custom prosthetics and orthopedic implants tailored to individual animals' unique anatomy, thereby enhancing surgical interventions' outcomes. 3D bioprinting takes this technology a step further by fabricating tissues and organs using living cells, which holds promise for regenerative therapies and personalized medicine in veterinary practice.

One major issue pet owners face is how to alleviate their pets' pain and discomfort due to age, injury, or illness. Dogs and cats are known to hide their pain, making it challenging for pet owners to identify when their pets need relief.