Veterinary Medicine

My application to vet school was rejected. I’m trying to decide if it’s worth starting my master’s before reapplying. How much would it help my application?

I took 4 years off from being a vet assistant first to have my daughter, and then because I didn’t want to start working during a pandemic. I’ve been applying everywhere and I’m not getting a call. Ba… more

What would you like dog trainers to add to obedience classes that would make your job easier?

What has your experience been with attending therapy to help you cope with the stress of the job? Should I look for a therapist that specifically deals with high-stress workplaces?

Any zoo vets here? Looking to get some insights into this specific career

How are tattoos viewed in the industry? Could it prevent me from receiving jobs or promotions?

How do you deal with burnout?

My clinic doesn’t have rules about scrubs, but most employees choose plain ones. I really want to have some fun with mine but I’m worried I’ll regret standing out so much.

I’m a VT that was just offered an amazing career opportunity abroad. Has anyone else here ever pursued an international opportunity?

Anyone else here have allergies? How do you manage them on the job? My cat allergy seems to be getting worse

Hey! I became a vet assistant to gain experience before going to school. I absolutely love everything about the job except watching surgery. Does it ever get easier? Is it possible to become a vet and… more

What's the best way to manage family life and raising children while being a veterinarian?

Veterinarians who left the field, what made you decide to leave, and are you happy you made the choice?

I’m shadowing a vet next week and I’m so nervous! They are letting me help out to see if the career path is right for me. How do I make the best impression?

Veterinary dentists, are you glad you chose your specialty? What are the biggest drawbacks?

I’m a baby vet tech and love the job but not the clinic I’m working in. It’s extremely toxic with 0 work-life balance. Being new to the field, I’m worried that quitting after 6 months might hurt my ch… more

Did anyone have a side hustle to help them cover expenses during vet school?

The vet I’m shadowing agreed to write a letter of recommendation but still hasn’t done it, even with my gentle reminders. I REALLY need the letter ASAP. What can I say to convince him to complete it?

Did anyone else work their way through vet school?

How difficult is it to get a vet assistant job right out of high school?

How do you politely move the conversation on when you tell someone you’re a VT and they immediately want to ask questions about their pet?

The workload and frustrating clients are getting to us all. How do you build morale in the clinic?

This “customer is always right” attitude is becoming a dealbreaker. I understand dogs biting out of fear or pain. However, whenever we get aggressive dogs with no training and no warning from the owne… more

How has inflation impacted your work?

Is veterinary medicine a rescission-proof career? Does the looming rescission concern you at all?

What paths are there for a veterinarian who doesn’t want to perform surgery?

What is a good gift for a recent vet school grad?

I haven’t even graduated yet and I’m realizing dealing with clients is by far the worst part of this job. What career options could I consider where I don’t have to deal with owners directly?

What are good interview questions to ask potential vet techs?

Favorite part of being a vet?

I’ve noticed vaccine resistance among pet owners is growing and I’m starting to lose the will to educate people who are worried about “canine autism.” How hard do you try to inform the misinformed?

The fear of messing up is making me an anxious mess every shift. Did you feel like this when you started?

What changes do you think need to be made to end the veterinarian shortage?

Can you recommend good resources to help me prepare for NAVLE?

I’m considering switching to relief work for the freedom instead of being full-time at the clinic. What are the drawbacks of relief work?

For anyone who has worked both as a vet assistant and vet tech, which did you prefer?

Hey all. I’m 18 and volunteering at an animal shelter which I absolutely love. I do not want to go to school for a lot of years like veterinarians. What other jobs could I consider?

My work-life balance in vet school is non-existent and I’m exhausted. Is this what being a veterinarian will be like too, or does it get easier?

I knew entering the field would be difficult with my anxiety but I never realized just how overwhelming it would be. Vets with mental illnesses, how do you cope?

Do you worry about tact when discussing a pet’s obesity, or just get straight to the point?