The first thing one learns about working in an emergency veterinary clinic is that no two nights are ever the same. The second thing learned is to never, ever comment about it being a slow night. If the second rule is ever forgotten, you can rest assured that your crew will give you an eye […]
Treat Your Techs Right
Just because I’m not a veterinarian yet does not mean that I shouldn’t start creating good habits for when I graduate and start working. Every rotation I have had, I have made a conscious effort to treat the technicians and ACAs exceptionally well. At the end of each shift, I thank them for their hard […]
An Open Letter to the Emergency Room Client
I know when you imagined your day this morning, it did not include a rushed visit to the emergency room with your beloved pet. I know you did not plan on your friend becoming ill or suffering an injury, or worse. I know you are scared of what can happen and scared of speaking with […]