If you have a love of animals, you may have considered a job in the veterinary industry. Veterinary surgeons, technicians, and nurses are supported in their role by vet assistants who carry out a range of crucial responsibilities at the surgery. If you’re wondering how to get a job as a vet assistant, here’s what… Read more »
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Large Animal vs. Small Animal Vet: Which is Right for You?
Most vets decide on their career path at a fairly young age, but they may not have decided on the type of vet they want to be or what animals they would like to treat. In this blog, we take a look at the key differences between small and large animal vets and outline who… Read more »
What Are the Roles and Responsibilities of a Student Veterinary Nurse?
Being a student vet nurse is an exciting challenge, and you will be given a whole variety of daily tasks to take on. In this blog, we explore the roles and responsibilities of a student veterinary nurse so you can get an idea of what the position entails. What is a student veterinary nurse? The… Read more »
A Guide to the Types of Veterinary Jobs
If you’re interested in working with animals and are drawn to the veterinary field, there are a number of different jobs to consider. In this guide to the different types of veterinary jobs, you will learn about a number of different roles in this field and what they involve. Veterinarian This is the most well-known… Read more »
What Do Veterinarians Do on a Typical Day?
At the moment, with the current COVID-19 pandemic, it seems strange to think about what constitutes a ‘typical day’ in the life of a vet. However, things will return to normal and those who are hoping to pursue a career as a vet will be curious about how their daily working lives will be. We… Read more »
How to Become a Locum Veterinary Nurse
Whether you are looking to begin your career as a veterinary nurse and are attracted to the prospect of locum working, or you currently work on a permanent basis and are looking for a change, becoming a locum veterinary nurse can be an attractive option. In this blog, we take a look at how to… Read more »
10 Tips for Your Vet Work Experience
If you are looking to pursue a career in the veterinary world, you may have already noticed the importance of gaining some work experience to get your foot in the door. To get started in any job, previous work experience is really useful. This is particularly true with veterinary careers, as work experience can often… Read more »
5 Examples of Emerging Technology in Veterinary Medicine
The way we treat animals has evolved dramatically over the years, and one of the main reasons for this is the advancement of medical technology. What was once a profession that only concerned itself with army horses has become one that cares for all animals, domestic or otherwise. While we can run tests and spot… Read more »
Advice for Those Thinking About Becoming a Vet Later in Life
When it comes to a career in the veterinary profession, we expect that most people will have dreamed about it from a young age. They had a passion while they were at school, chose the appropriate A-Levels, completed a veterinary science degree and then started out on their career path. However, some people might not… Read more »
How Has Veterinary Medicine Changed Over the Years?
Much like human medicine, veterinary medicine has come a long way. Humans have always known that they need treatment when they fall ill, and ailments that were once treated with herbs or home remedies have now been replaced with pharmaceuticals or even surgery. Our relationship with animals is woven through our history, but the practice… Read more »