The Veterinary Technology Blog

The VetTechColleges.com staff publishes information related to vet tech education and certification, going “behind the scenes” to give you deeper insight into your educational options. You’ll find detailed descriptions of potential career paths, internship opportunities, emerging veterinary technologies, and profiles of leading professors and institutions in the space.

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March 29, 2021

In addition to the burgeoning of spring and new life, April honors our animal friends with Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month. The annual 30-day campaign is hosted by the American Society of the Prevention of Animal Cruelty (ASPCA) and offers opportunities for the public to become involved in safeguarding the wellbeing of animals. Two experts generously offered their knowledge on the topic of preventing animal cruelty: the executive director of the HSVMA, Pam Runquist, and Laura Link, public information manager of the Oregon Humane Society.

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March 3, 2021

A study from the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) found that meat consumed by cats and dogs is equivalent to 64 million tons of carbon dioxide—the same amount of carbon dioxide produced by almost 14 million cars in one year. For a Toyota Prius owner who eats mostly a plant-based diet and has cats and dogs, this may seem like a huge setback in the intention to reduce one’s carbon footprint. The results from this study have eco-conscious pet owners wondering: is it possible to provide for my pet’s...

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March 3, 2021

In December 2013, at its 68th session, the United Nations General Assembly decided to proclaim March 3 the international day of the adoption of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora, World Wildlife Day. In honor of the annual day of awareness, we are highlighting one of the major ways that wildlife is affected in the U.S.—roadways—and diving into how individuals can promote the wellness of their local wildlife.

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February 16, 2021

Along with being enrolled in an accredited veterinary technology program, it is equally important for veterinary assistants and technicians to have adequate hands-on experience with animals. Many internship and externship programs let students spend some time in specialized departments such as radiology, hematology, oncology, cardiology, and surgery.

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January 19, 2021

While most Republicans and Democrats are busy barking at one another, Representative Roger Marshall (R-KS) and Representative Angie Criag (D-MN) have teamed up for a new initiative that has animal lovers purring. The bipartisan Congressional Pet Caucus will focus on the health and nutritional wellbeing of companion animals, on legislation that supports pet ownership, and on science-based and transparent regulations regarding the animal community.

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December 17, 2020

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.

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November 4, 2020

As any dog owner knows, a bad day can be turned around by opening the door to the wagging tail and unconditional love of a canine companion. And while dogs are best friends to many, animal behaviors can create disharmony in homes and neighborhoods.

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October 5, 2020

If sharing your square footage with an animal companion is your idea of a pandemic silver living, here are some great pets to adopt or foster even if you live in a tiny, overpriced studio apartment.

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August 17, 2020

While animal aid is secondary to humanitarian relief efforts, for people who have suffered injuries, the loss of friends, family members and even their homes, losing a pet can add to the feeling of devastation.

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July 20, 2020

Whether you prefer to become an equine vet tech or adventure into the more exotic vet tech studies like with tigers, there are a variety of academic paths one could take as a large animal vet technician. Many schools offers courses particularly geared at helping you learn how to work with large animals. Some even have farms on campus or nearby. Read on to learn more about programs across the country.

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July 2, 2020

It’s one of life’s many small tragedies that pet lovers often must outlive their animal companions. For many of the estimated 84.9 million households with a pet, the loss of an animal companion is the loss of a family member. Fortunately, a growing trend in hospice and palliative care for animals means that this transition need not be as painful, or as lonely, as it once was.

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June 8, 2020

The College of Veterinary Medicine at Iowa State University runs the Hixson-Lied Small Animal Hospital, which recently opened a new stereotactic radiation facility that has changed the game in the Midwest. This state-of-the-art facility, which provides precise radiation therapy and helps treat cats, dogs, and even rats is part of a larger trend in the U.S. that could mean more jobs for technicians.

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May 18, 2020

Most people can’t resist the furry allure of pets. Difficult days can easily be turned around by watching hilarious animal antics. Social media has made it possible for animal lovers worldwide to share and view cute content of their cats, dogs, bunnies, hedgehogs, and other unique animals.

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May 4, 2020

Although animals were purely functional for much of human existence, now they play a huge part in our social and emotional well-being. Instead of just being animals we keep for safety and transportation, animals have become like family members to many.

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April 30, 2020

As pet ownership becomes more widespread, services like pet insurance, fun grooming options, and even travel are now offered by fellow pet-lovers. One of the toughest things about going on vacation is having to leave pets behind. But what if you didn’t have to?