A new series called Life at Vet U will debut on Animal Planet in the near future, and you can watch the trailer here. The show follows a group of fourth year veterinary students as they complete their final year of study at the University of Pennsylvania, compete for internship
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What Brexit Means for UK Veterinarians
The United Kingdom has chosen to leave the European Union after a referendum widely known as the “Brexit” vote. The decision is expected to impact many industries, including veterinary medicine, though the official separation will not occur for approximately two years due to a negotiation process. News of the vote
Wildlife Veterinarian Career Overview
A wildlife vet specializes in the treatment of various wildlife species (either focusing on native wildlife or exotic species kept in zoo collections). Duties Wildlife veterinarians are licensed practitioners that have the training and experience to treat many different types of non-domestic species including birds, reptiles, mammals, and amphibians. The specific daily duties
Synthetic Dog Developed for Vet Student Training
A high-tech synthetic dog could significantly reduce the number of live animals utilized for vet school surgical training programs. The SynDaver synthetic canine is currently seeking crowdfunding through Indiegogo. The synthetic canine can breathe and bleed, has lifelike tissue, and features complete organ systems. You might be familiar with SynDaver if
AVMA Salary Calculator Docks First Year Female Vet Earnings
The American Veterinary Medical Association recently released a salary calculator designed to help veterinary students determine how much they would likely earn in their first year of practice. The calculator program compiles information on many different data points including the vet’s area of specialization (i.e. food animal vs companion animal