Being an expert in animal care is a highly desired skill and profession within the last few years, and we’ve discussed this demand often in our blog. The rising need for highly trained veterinarians and veterinary technicians translates into an increased demand for skilled professionals in a market where the pool is thinning with such a competitive market. And the need doesn’t appear to be decreasing, which means that it is time for you to reevaluate your salary. So before you take a lunch with your local job recruitment professional, you should explore the best ways to negotiate a raise withi ..read more

The Good, the Bad, and the Noisy You’ve just graduated from your preferred school of veterinary technology. You’re prepared for a physically demanding job that requires effort, empathy, and skill. And there is a big need for vet techs in the field of animal care. So what are the benefits and what are the pitfalls? What is there to love and loathe in being a vet tech? We’ll explore the top three most challenging aspects of being a veterinarian technician and the top three most rewarding aspects to the job. Whether you’re just starting off on your path to being a vet tech, are considering workin ..read more

Being an animal care professional requires a tremendous amount of commitment. While being a veterinarian is incredibly rewarding, it also comes with a significant number of frustrations. There are times when you can smile through the vexation, acknowledge that there are certain aspects that won’t change, and work through what’s troubling you. And often, your job satisfaction can come by balancing self-care (as discussed last week) and being confident in your own carefully honed skills. However, there are signs to take note of when it comes to veterinary job satisfaction. These can be signs tha ..read more

You’ve worked hard, you’ve studied endlessly, and you’re in the field of your dreams: veterinary medicine. But the need for veterinarians has been on the rise for the last several years, so it’s important to ask yourself this question: Do you know how much veterinarians make?  With the consistently rising need for more professionals in this field, the fluctuation in salaries has also changed. But clearly this isn’t the easiest question to answer since there isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach. There are a number of factors that go into how much a veterinarian makes: experience, e ..read more

Have you been having a lack of response to your perfectly crafted job ad? There is nothing more frustrating than taking the time and care to craft an engaging job ad and not receive either the volume of candidates or the appropriately skilled candidates. When you have an open job position it’s imperative for your clinic to fill it as fast as possible. These tips will help nudge your previously crafted ad to where it needs to be in order to get the volume of applicants that you need with the appropriately skilled backgrounds.  The first thing that you can do is start to sell yourself. It’s ..read more

You’ve worked hard, you’ve updated your resume, and you’ve finally scored an interview for your dream veterinary job! But now that the interview is coming up, the real work starts: trying to impress your interviewer with your skills and make the dream job a reality. Going for an interview at an esteemed veterinary clinic or animal care facility can be intimidating, no matter where you are in your career at a vet or vet tech. But we’ve compiled some tips to help showcase your talent and make a favorable impression on your future employer. Get to know the practice  How do you familiari ..read more

You worked hard all throughout school in order to get the job of your dreams: working in animal care. But the dream of being a veterinarian can come with a costly educational bill.  Working toward financial freedom can be a huge hurdle in your life, and even more so when attempting to lessen your student loan debt. When you envision a future, likely it doesn’t involve years of paying off debt. But you are not alone in this struggle.  There is no shortage of information relating to the student debt crisis that is sweeping the nation. Students are defaulting and struggling to pay back ..read more

The most potent tool in your arsenal is your network. Have you been keeping up with your contacts? Networking is an integral part of having a healthy career. It’s the process of exchanging career-based information and developing and maintaining these social and professional connections.  It might not feel second nature to develop veterinary networking contacts, but we’re here to help you with some simple tips.  The first is to ensure that you cultivate an active social media presence. Social media platforms, such as Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram aren’t exclusive to political posts ..read more

Dedicating your time to animal care is a noble and valuable goal, and being a veterinarian or veterinary technician is a wonderful and fulfilling choice. However, before you decide to commitment yourself to this career path, have you asked yourself some important questions? There are so many excellent reasons to become a vet, but before you do take some time to consider the following and think about if this is the right track for you. Are you in a position to take on student debt? Unless you are in a uniquely financially secure position, it is likely that pursuing veterinary medicine will resu ..read more

In a previous article we covered associate veterinarian salaries, but this week we are taking a look into veterinary specialist salaries. Committing to a veterinary specialty is a big undertaking requiring you to invest both your time and money in order to get your board certification. In order to get your certification it will take no fewer than two years as well as passing a strenuous and detailed exam. It will also require a residency under the supervision of a specialist in the field. Working on board certification in the specialty of your choosing is not a minor undertaking.  When it ..read more