Oh, how I love dog trainers. It's like welcoming a breath of fresh air into our pet clinic. I am certain the local animal care hospital feels the same when my host Earl Lover walks in.
It's almost always more peaceful for me to help our newly arrived patient than to take lunch.
That's right, I would rather skip lunch (AKA coffee) just so I could have a peaceful hour working (and learning!) from the trainer.
No surprise bites, no animal care neglect, and most definitely no last minute non-emergency emergencies.
Unfortunately that's just not the case with quite few of our patients. As a veterinary technician, I understand getting bitten is part of the job (still, probably less than my sister does as a paediatric nurse... don't ask!)
So if becoming a vet tech is a career choice you are interested in joining, then keep in mind that all is fair in pets and vets. Going home with a few bite marks, small and large, is just proof you went to work.
Interested in more, not so rosy, of what is becoming a vet tech all about? Then please check out the full list here.
We'd like to say another huge thanks to Andrea for guest posting on our blog today, and we hope you've learnt something new from this post!
Mom was never a formal vet tech, but her best friend in Germany is a vet and she used to help her out when she had emergencies or if she needed an extra hand. She loved it, even though it was often sad, or real gory, assisting with surgery was her favorite thing. Actually, helping in the vet clinic is the only time in her life she almost fainted when a dog came in and his back was one big flap of fur after a dog attack, but she went outside, recomposed and was fine. It is not a job for the faint at heart.
ReplyDeleteI can see how this job could be like this. Thrills, and spills.
DeleteAwesome! I'm so glad this inforgraphic is making it's rounds! Important info for people to know!
ReplyDeleteღ husky hugz ღ frum our pack at Love is being owned by a husky!
So am I! It's so very interesting!
DeleteI'm glad that we have a super nice vet tech, she is a good wrestler and she has always treats in her pocket :o) ... and she is there when someone gets bad news.... a hug and some kind words can mean so much when you are sad...
ReplyDeleteeasy rider
It's always nice to have good professionals to help you.
DeleteEmma, yes its definitely not for the faint of heart. Something I learned very quickly! Thank you and you mom!
ReplyDeleteJenna, I am too! The more people know the more love the more good vet techs are appreciated and recognized :)
Mark, isn't that amazing how a little bit of compassion (and treat) goes a long way...
Earl Lover, again, thank you for sharing this post!
No problem! It's been my absolute pleasure! And thanks for guest posting!
DeleteVet techs are great.
ReplyDeleteThey sure do have a rewarding job!
DeleteI'm a Vet Tech and yes yes we are all great! lol And the info graphic is so true!
ReplyDeleteOh, how cool!
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