Can you become a vet without doing surgery?
Vets have an exciting job, but the thought of performing surgery can put people off. Is it possible to be a vet but avoid performing surgery?
Can you become a vet if you’re over 40? How old is too old to start?
Mature or nontraditional students can make excellent veterinarians, but how old is too old to apply for vet school? I survey the veterinary community to find out!
Can you become a vet if you don’t like people?
Vets and vet nurses love animals, but not all of them enjoy working with people! I surveyed the community about how they interact with humans in the vet clinic, and their tips for overcoming social anxiety in the workplace.
Can you become a vet if you’re squeamish or don’t like blood?
I surveyed vets and nurses on their experiences with squeamishness, as well as the techniques they used to overcome this problem as students.
Can you become a Vet if you’re Colour Blind?
Is it possible to become a veterinarian or vet nurse if you are colour blind? I asked vets about the challenges of colorblindness in the vet clinic.
Can you become a vet if you’re bad at science or maths?
Do you worry that your grades in math, biology, physics or chemistry will hold you back? I asked Vets, RVNs and vet techs how they overcame the challenge.
Can you become a vet if you have tattoos?
Will having a tattoo prevent you from working as a veterinarian, vet nurse or vet tech? I surveyed my vet clinic colleagues about how their tattoos affect them.
Volunteer Interview: Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA)
Straight from the horse’s mouth- The Aberdeen RDA team share why they became volunteers, and explain what makes their experience unforgettable.
Can you become a Vet if you have Animal Allergies or Asthma?
If you’re allergic to cats, dogs, horses or rabbits, can you still become a veterinarian? As a vet with allergies, let me tell you how I manage!
How to Find Ethical Animal Volunteer Opportunities
Find links to the most useful resources and websites to get started on your search for the ideal ethical volunteer opportunity with animals.