The Savvy VetTech

Are you prepared for a disaster? You probably have basic supplies ready for you and your family...what about your pets?

As part of general practice, we frequently see newly adopted pets and are asked many questions in regards to training and introducing a new pet into the household.

Veterinary technicians are often this first contact at the time of the appointment and get many questions from the owner about welcoming and care of this new adoptee into their home. We want these new pets to be part of the family and want to ensure a smooth transition.

Sometimes adopted pets need some behavior training and guidance when they are introduced to a new home.

So what makes you feel most appreciated at work?

Is it the love of one your patients, a gift from the boss or something else?

Take this quick poll!

World Veterinary Day is celebrated the last Saturday of April each year.

It is a day to reflect upon the contributions the profession has made to animal and human health throughout the year.

Veterinarians are an essential in impacting the global community by the roles they play in food safety and security, animal health and welfare, and making strides in public health.

If you missed the Twitter Chat on Densitry for Vet Techs, you can read it now!

Please join us next time for another informative chat.

Continuing education is so important in our profession. Things are constantly changing, and new procedures and methods are being introduced. If you don't have a lot of extra time to go to conferences for continuing education, not to worry!

There are many online resources (many are free) that you can use to further your knowledge, whether through social media or other online resources.

Veterinary technicians do so many things as part of their job description. Often, they go above and beyond their regular duties. Vet techs do some really amazing things!

Activity trackers are becoming increasingly popular. There are now several brands of tracking devices available for pets, which are typically worn as a collar (not like Gracie modeling her owner's fitbit, but I couldn't resist the photo!)

As you may have noticed, some veterinary technicians refer to themselves as licensed, while others may say registered or certified.

What does this really mean? They all mean the same thing, it just depends on what state you live in. 

Join our next twitter chat with Janyce Cooper, LVT, VTS-Dentistry on the subject:  Doing Your Best Dental Cleanings.

Case studies can sometimes be fun to test your medical knowledge! 

Read through the case study below to answer some basic terminology questions and then make your "diagnosis."

Missed the Twitter Chat on Social Media in Vet Practice with expert Danielle K. Lambert from Snout School? You can read it now! Make sure to join in the conversation for the next #VetTechChat!

The importance of continuing education (CE) in veterinary medicine cannot be understated.

Veterinarians and certified veterinary technicians are required to complete a certain amount of continuing education each year, or bi-annually.