Veterinary Internships – Are They Right For Everyone?

One of the biggest career decisions you will make in this field is whether or not to pursue an internship after graduation. I wrote an article that explored my own thoughts on veterinary internships that I figured I would share it with you before it is published by The Vet Gazette. I’m a few weeks Read More …

Q&A: Can I Manage Being a Mom and Wife with a Part-Time Job During Vet School?

I’ve always wanted to be a vet but things never go as planned so I now have a family, married with two children. My oldest is in school already and my youngest will be by the time I can apply to vet school but I wanted to ask you if you think it’s possible to Read More …

Couples: Getting A Pet When You’re Not Married

I may be going out on a limb here, but I think pets may be a good way to gauge how couples will handle the responsibilities of having a child. I mean, let’s face it, no one wants to pick up after their dog or scoop litter boxes, but parenthood isn’t glamorous either, and someone Read More …

Pregnant Veterinarian

No, I’m not pregnant. Nor am I a veterinarian (yet). However, I do anticipate that, one day, I may be a pregnant veterinarian. That time may be years off, but having kids in a profession as intense as veterinary medicine does make many of us women concerned about the logistics. The title of the post Read More …

Dating Outside Your Profession

“So, what do you do?” It’s one of the most common questions to ask a person upon meeting them and yet some of the responses you get might have you looking for the exit in a hurry. For me, it’s not that I am necessarily going to be running for the door, but I have Read More …

Single? Consider Dating A Vet

Are you sure you want to date a vet? I mean, I can’t blame you, really — vets and vet students are incredibly intelligent, hard working, active individuals who are passionate about what they do. I have to hope not all men go running for the exit or push the panic button when I use Read More …

Love and Tests: Balancing Studying with Your Relationship

I’ve mentioned before in my post Dating In Vet School, that it is imperative to find, “a partner who is aware of and is understanding of the demands your course load is imperative, above and beyond any other traits. I also believe that a partner who can support you and keep you focused on your Read More …