Human Animal Bond Certification Announced

The North American Veterinary Community (NAVC) has partnered with the Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) to offer a new online certification option for veterinary professionals. The Human Animal Bond Certification program is sponsored by industry leaders such as PetSmart Charities, Petco, Zoetis, and the American Veterinary Medical Association.  Veterinarians, veterinary

First Mobile Veterinary Franchise Launched

MVS Pet Care has announced that it is offering veterinarians the chance to become a part of the world’s first mobile veterinary franchise.  Mobile veterinary care has become increasingly popular in recent years, but this is the first franchise opportunity for mobile veterinary services (and we wouldn't be surprised if

Feline Vet Student Scholarships Announced

The Winn Feline Foundation and the American Association of Feline Practitioners have partnered to offer two $2,500 scholarships for third or fourth year veterinary students.  One award will go to a student with an interest in becoming a feline practitioner, while the other will go to a student interested in

Veterinary Essay Contest to Award Cash Prizes

The VIN Foundation has announced its second annual essay competition for veterinary students, which will award cash scholarships for the top three finishers.  Each submission must be 1,000 words or less and address the 2018 topic: “Now that you are in veterinary school, what do you wish you had known

LSU Vet School to Host January Open House

While many vet schools schedule their open houses in April, you have a chance to visit one this weekend if you live in Louisiana or an adjoining state.  The Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine has announced that it will host an open house on Saturday, January 20, 2018. 

15 Best Wildlife Rehabilitation Internships

Are you interested in working with native species as a wildlife rehabilitator?  The best way to get your foot in the door for a career in this field is to participate in internships.  Here are fifteen of our favorite wildlife rehabilitation internships (listed alphabetically): Alabama Wildlife Center Internship Alabama Wildlife Center, the

Purdue Joins Vet School Renovation Wars

Purdue University is the latest veterinary school to announce a multi-million dollar renovation of its teaching hospital.  More than $37 million was earmarked this week by the state budget committee to replace the large animal teaching hospital and make other necessary improvements. The new 76,000 square foot large animal facility will

Fear Free Veterinary Practice Certification Available in 2018

It was recently announced that the Fear Free certification program, which has already certified more than 20,000 veterinary professionals as individuals, will expand to offer a veterinary practice certification in April 2018. The Fear Free program is designed to eliminate the anxiety and stress associated with veterinary visits, creating a better

It’s Time to Celebrate National Vet Tech Week

This year’s edition of National Veterinary Technician Week runs from October 15-21, 2017.  Vet Tech Week honors the important role that technicians play in providing quality veterinary care. Veterinary technology is one of the most growth oriented animal-related career paths.  The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that jobs for vet techs

Animal Disease Emergency Response Course Offered Online

Iowa State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine is set to offer an online course titled Animal Disease Emergencies: Understanding the Response.  This program is specifically designed for law enforcement, first responders, emergency managers, veterinary professionals, livestock producers, and others who are directly involved with detecting, containing, and controlling animal disease