National Veterinary Technician Week 2023
30 Years of Celebration Your beloved pets deserve the best healthcare possible, and that requires the attentive help of everyone on the veterinary clinic team! The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA) recognized that and created a week intended to celebrate these professionals: National Veterinary Technician Week! Declared to fall on October 15-21, 2023, this year marks the 30th celebration. Because the celebration now spans three decades, the quite fitting theme is “Pearls of Wisdom,” pearls being the symbol of the 30th wedding anniversary. NAVTA has collected valuable advice from many Credentialed Veterinary Technicians that can guide you
READ MOREThe Veterinary Assistant to Veterinary Technician Career Jump
Making a change in your career is a major decision that requires plenty of thought and planning. To land a new role, a certain degree or certification may be necessary. You might need to go back to school or undergo additional training to be fully qualified. The day-to-day of your next position may look a bit different from anything you have done previously. It should not be surprising, then, that there is lots to consider when making the jump from veterinary assistant to veterinary technician. If you are a veterinary assistant aspiring to become a veterinary technician, we’ve come up
READ MOREWhat is Pet Dental Health Month?
How to care for your pet’s dental health this month and beyond According to the American Pet Products Association’s National Pet Owners Survey, 70% of households in the U.S. own a pet, or about 90.5 million families. Just like us, these furry friends need the proper care to ensure a long and healthy life. Sponsored by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), February is regarded as Pet Dental Health Month, which is a reminder for pet owners to evaluate their furry friend’s dental hygiene. Unlike us, pets cannot clean their teeth with daily brushing and flossing. However, pet owners can
READ MOREVeterinary Technicians are in High Demand
See Why Now is a Great Time to Enter the Industry The Veterinary industry saw a surge in the last year of patients. The surge was due to the many people and families that adopted a pet during quarantine in 2020. The increase of pet owners all around the country indirectly led to a labor shortage of Veterinary Technicians and Assistants. Why is there a shortage? The rise in people being let go from their jobs during the pandemic and the increasing numbers of burnt-out workers has left the veterinary industry in a worker shortage. Many previous workers have felt
READ MORE8 Surprising Stats About the Veterinary Industry
Digging Deeper into the Veterinary Medicine Everyone who owns a pet will at some point need to go to a vet clinic for something. The veterinary industry is a $50.2 billion industry in the United States. With how large the industry is, there are many things you probably didn’t know about the industry. Here are several statistics about the veterinary industry that might surprise you. 1. 67% of Households in the U.S. Have a Pet This means that as a veterinarian technician, you will likely have the opportunity to interact with over half of the people in your area, or
READ MORETop 5 Veterinary Assistant Skills
Updated April 4, 2023 Naturally, many animal lovers consider a Veterinary Assistant career at some point in their lives. But beyond being passionate about animals and possessing the skills and knowledge a veterinary professional must have, there are additional character traits that hold just as much importance in the field. If you are considering pursuing such a career, here are 5 veterinary assistant skills you’ll need to succeed. Skill #1: Being Flexible You’ll be called on to help in a variety of situations when you’re a veterinary assistant. Sometimes you’ll assist vet techs in the lab, while other times, you’ll
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