The Savvy VetTech

Quiz yourself to find out if you know what these vet med acronyms stand for! Be sure to take our other quizzes!

Overall, the veterinary clinic seems like a pretty safe place to work. Sometimes it is important to stop and think about the hazards we may encounter in our jobs and take the steps to minimize the risks of injury.

This week's VetTechPrep Poll for all the Vet Techs out there: Did You Work In Vet Med Before Going To Vet Tech School?

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It is only a matter of time until marijuana for medical and recreational use is approved in the majority of states. As some states gain approval, toxicities in pets from this drug have increased. But what about potential medical use in pets for pain control, cancer, and helping quality of life during end-stage diseases?

Reading a PCV is something that every vet tech must do. What is the PCV according to the chart in this quick quiz? Be sure to take our other quizzes!

As a veterinarian and practice owner I follow several pages on Facebook. I have recently realized just how bad veterinary shaming can be. Social media monitoring is very important as shamers can quickly escalate negative commentary on your page.

This week's VetTechPrep Poll for all the Vet Techs out there: What is the worst smell in the clinic?! We also had written about this very NICE topic in the past. You can read that here.

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Karen Bass is truly an inspiration to the veterinary technician profession. She graduated from vet tech school in her 50's after working in the industry on and off for years- proving it is never to late to do what you love. She works as a CVT and manager at a no-kill shelter and you will enjoy her story and many pearls of wisdom!

Can you name this condition based on the x-ray alone? Be sure to take our other quizzes!