Can you afford to pay for vet school? You probably can’t cover the cost unless you take out high dollar student loans. If you are planning to pursue veterinary medicine you need to be prepared for this financial reality. Nearly ninety percent of 2015 veterinary graduates reported in a new survey
Month: July 2016
AVMA Launches Free Animal Health Database
The American Veterinary Medical Association is now offering free access to the AVMA Animal Health Studies Database (AAHSD), a resource designed to connect veterinary patients to clinical research studies. Veterinarians and pet owners are able to search the database to find research studies in which their patients might be eligible
15 Best Marine Animal Internships
Are you interested in working with dolphins, sea turtles, sea lions, whales, seals, or other aquatic species? The best way to get your foot in the door for a future career in this field is to participate in internships. Here are fifteen of our favorite marine animal internships (listed alphabetically): Alaska
Where to Find Veterinary Scholarships
Attending veterinary school is extremely expensive, and the costs have continued to skyrocket over the past decade. According to a report from VIN News, the average vet student’s educational debt has spiked significantly from $81,052 in 2004 to $162,113 in 2013. The American Veterinary Medical Association found that the average
Celebrate National Zoo Keeper Week
National Zoo Keeper Week runs from July 17-23, 2016. This event is sponsored by the American Association of Zoo Keepers and recognizes the hardworking zoo keepers that act as animal caretakers, conservationists, and educators. Zoo keepers earn relatively small salaries in return for the skilled care they provide, but most of
Zoo Keeper Career Overview
Zoo keepers provide care for a variety of exotic animal species that are housed in zoo exhibits. Duties Zoo keepers are skilled animal caretakers that are responsible for maintaining the health of all animals under their supervision. This generally involves habitat maintenance, feeding, monitoring changes in behavior, assisting veterinarians or vet techs
Horse Racing Photography Contest Announced
Coady Photography has announced the establishment of an annual International Amateur Horse Racing Photography Contest. All amateur photographers are encouraged to submit up to three photos during the entry period which runs from August 1-31, 2016. Images may focus on any aspect of horse racing including shots of the track,
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You Really Can Become a Vet Tech Online
It is possible to become a vet tech through online courses, but you have to be careful to choose a properly accredited distance learning program. Distance learning programs have become increasingly popular for those seeking to complete a veterinary technician degree. When we say “distance learning” we are talking about AVMA
Ellen DeGeneres Jumps On Pet Product Bandwagon
Television personality Ellen DeGeneres is becoming the latest celebrity to launch a “lifestyle brand” of pet products and accessories. The new product line will be featured in all PetSmart locations in 2017. The collection will include apparel, collars, leashes, bowls, toys, beds, carriers, and a variety of other accessories. DeGeneres