The Veterinary Technology Blog

Today, veterinary science is better than ever, and in the spirit of celebrating top-notch veterinary care, we’ve collected a list of the five best veterinary clinics in the Pacific Northwest and got to talk to an award-winning veterinarian in the region.

A professional house- or pet-sitter should not only make sure that pets are adequately fed and watered, but it is also their paid job to make sure that Fido, Fluffy or other furry friends remain in a suitable physical, mental, and emotional condition.

When one considers that there are over 140 million pet cats and dogs in the US, that adds up to a serious need for quality medical care that the traditional healthcare system doesn’t address. And, much like with the human healthcare system, the quality of that care can depend on which medical facility one visits and the capabilities of the staff that work there.

Treating pets through an holistic approach begins with observing the overall health of the animal. Holistic animal care takes into account the physical symptoms of pet ailments in addition to mental, emotional, environmental, and nutritional factors.

A subset of criminal forensics focuses on figuring out how or why an animal was injured killed or why an animal killed or injured a human. Could an investigation show whether an animal died naturally or accidentally? Can evidence gathered in an animal abuse case be used to convince a jury to render a guilty verdict?

A hero becomes a hero by being the voice of the voiceless and the help of the helpless. In that regard, few professions have more heroes than those in the veterinary care and animal activist arenas.

The Veterinary Nurse Initiative (VNI) is championing a comprehensive update—one that would unite the profession under a single title, a standardized set of credentialing requirements, and a universal scope of practice.

Marissa Martino of Boulder, CO began working with dogs 10 years ago, and she hasn’t looked back since. She was enjoying a successful career as a designer for Martha Stewart but yearning for a change, she decided to attend San Francisco’s Academy of Dog Trainers.

Pets play a vital role in the homes and lives of people across the country. Often treated as family members, animals can not only provide love and affection, but they’ve also been found to improve people’s health by decreasing stress levels, lowering blood pressure, and even boosting babies’ immune systems.

The key requirement to become a veterinary technician or technologist is the successful completion of a veterinary technology program. And when researching programs to determine which is the right fit, consider not only the reputation of the institution, but also the experience and skill of the educators who teach within. Come meet these top professors of veterinary technology.

These professors are strong influences in the farm animal world. As they develop new ways to monitor disease, support muscle growth, and increase the birth rates of producing herds and flocks, they help to guarantee a strong food supply for decades to come.

These professors are the groundbreakers that are developing bridges between the animal and human psyche. While some specialize in animal-human bonds, others are finding new ways to map the most fundamental behaviors common to all living beings.

Whether you're interested in new ways to make better beef or how to grow bigger chickens, animal Science is the unique program that will allow you to feed the world. Still, you need to find your perfect professor match in order to be successful. These are the 20 best animal science instructors from across the US, with interests as unique and innovative as your own.

As healthcare research has surged ahead for humans, veterinary research has managed to adapt to and expand on these practices for our animal friends. Veterinary research has become a vital and exciting field, with components like robotics, bioengineering, and genetic study. These 10 schools with exceptional research facilities give you the opportunity to participate in research that may change the face of animal healthcare.

Want to work with professors who encourage students toward success in exotic animal care? Look at our list of top exotic animal & wildlife veterinary professors to discover leading educators and researchers in the field.