Podcasts about registered veterinary technician

Have you noticed the online backlash against veterinarians seems to be growing? In this episode of the Cone of Shame Veterinary Podcast, host Dr. Andy Roark and Kelsey Beth Carpenter discuss the challenges veterinarians face with online vilification, particularly related to the rising costs of veterinary care. They explore the impact of social media on public perceptions and debate whether engaging with negative comments is beneficial for the veterinary profession. The discussion also touches on how veterinary professionals can better manage online criticism through education and by maintaining a positive digital presence to build trust with their clients. Leadership Essentials Certificate: https://unchartedvet.com/certificates/ Uncharted Podcast: https://unchartedvet.com/uncharted-veterinary-podcast/ Charming the Angry Client Course: https://drandyroark.com/charming-the-angry-client/ Dr. Andy Roark Swag: drandyroark.com/shop All Links: linktr.ee/DrAndyRoark ABOUT OUR GUEST Kelsey Beth Carpenter is a Registered Veterinary Technician with over a decade of experience working in emergency hospitals across California. She currently works as the Social Media Manager for DrAndyRoark.com and a Content Specialist for the Uncharted Veterinary Conference. Some of Kelsey's passions include the open hospital concept, the power of creativity and humor, the overlap of science and art, and sharing lessons learned from living life with chronic illness. Kelsey is probably most known for two of her favorite hobbies: writing and performing comedic songs about veterinary medicine and acting as a full time stage mom for her Chihuahua mix, Birdie.

Allison (Alli) Fender grew up in the gorgeous San Diego backcountry on a small Dairy and Beef operation. She attended San Diego Mesa College and played soccer on the women's team while attending the Animal Health program offered there. In 2014, she obtained her Associate of Science Degree in Animal Health Technology and became licensed as a Registered Veterinary Technician. She worked in several small animal hospitals in the area. A month after graduation in 2014, she and her high school sweetheart were married on Mesa Chiquita Ranch, where she grew up. Her dad gifted her and her husband, Bryce, ten bred heifers, which was the start of their beef herd. Flying F Ranch was established in 2020 after Bryce and Alli created the brand and business selling beef directly to San Diego consumers. Their motto is “We Give a Flying F About BEEF.” In 2021, they added Registered Black Angus cattle into their herd to improve carcass quality. The couple learned more about genetics and began breeding more mindfully, propelling their beef business to a higher level. The couple currently sells Black Angus Beef direct to consumer as whole/half shares and USDA retail at local farmer's markets. They recently started offering ranch to table experiences for San Diego locals to come enjoy a 5 course beef inspired meal curated by a local chef. They bring in local wineries and breweries to pair with the menu. The dinners are on open pastures on the ranch with cattle grazing nearby. Bryce and Alli raise their two sons, Warren and Wells, on the ranch together. They believe raising the next generation beside them will teach the young boys valuable life lessons and memories. Alli is an active member and Vice President of the San Diego CowBelles and helps with local Ag in the Classroom lessons, Beef Promotion, and Advocacy for our industry. Alli was selected as a NCBA Trailblazer in 2023 where she learned how to share her story in the cattle industry and gain trust with consumers through her story telling and advocacy efforts. In her spare time, she breeds and shows Australian Shepherds, participates in CrossFit, helps with school activities for her sons, is a dog leader for the Julian/Santa Ysabel 4H and manages the business of Flying F Ranch.  Connect with Alli: Website: flyingfranch.org Instagram: @flying_f_ranch (business), @alli.fender (personal) Facebook: Flying F Ranch, TikTok: @flying_f_ranch Check out PrimePlus Beef Bars: ⁠⁠https://primepluswagyu.com/AGCHICKS⁠⁠ Ag Gear: https://ag-gear.rfrl.co/egnjj Shop Ag Chicks Merch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.agchicks.net/shop⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ------------------------------------------------ Connect with Ally Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://agchicks.net⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/agchicks⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/agchicks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ Subscribe on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠ @AGCHICKS --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/agchicks/support

Kelsey Carpenter reflects on her journey outside of veterinary medicine and how it changed her perspective on success. Together, Kelsey Carpenter and Dr. Andy Roark discuss the many opportunities for growth that exist outside of our careers and how they both found joy in climbing their second mountains. LINKS Kelsey Beth Carpenter on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kelseybethcarpenter/ Uncharted on the Road: https://unchartedvet.com/on-the-road/ Charming the Angry Client Course: https://drandyroark.com/charming-the-angry-client/ Dr. Andy Roark Swag: https://drandyroark.com/store/ ABOUT OUR GUEST Kelsey Beth Carpenter is a Registered Veterinary Technician, social media manager, singer/songwriter, speaker/performer, and content creator. Kelsey has enjoyed working in emergency hospitals across California for over a decade. At her most recent clinic, she fell in love with the open hospital concept, and is passionate about teaching others how to implement this structure in their own practices. Kelsey also works as the Social Media Manager for DrAndyRoark.com, a Content Specialist for the Uncharted Veterinary Conferences and Community, and the manager of her own growing brand, Vet Tech Kelsey. With a background in the arts, Kelsey is passionate about the power of creativity, the importance of humor, and the magic that happens when art and science overlap. In her free time (what's that?), she can be found hiking, writing goofy songs about Veterinary Medicine, and dressing up her Chihuahua even though she swore she would never be “that person”.

EPISODE SUMMARY: Join us on the second part of our conversation with guest Grace Ursery, where in this installment we tackle the multifaceted dimensions of the veterinary profession, the critical role of financial security in practice, and the driving forces behind personal success. Listen in as we unpack the significance of recognizing the value of veterinary work and the pressing need for practitioners to negotiate contracts that reflect their true worth. In an era where understaffing is rampant, we confront the uncomfortable truth that not all vets are created equal and advocate for a reevaluation of financial expectations within the field, emphasizing the imperative for sustainability and adaptability.   GRACE'S BIO: Grace Wu Ursery is a self-proclaimed money geek. She's curious about economic indicators, global trade as impacted by geopolitical alliances, tips and tricks on managing personal finance, and can talk talk talk about how it impacts the business of veterinary medicine. From UCLA undergrad to a CA licensed Registered Veterinary Technician and then as a Certified Veterinary Practice Manager, her professional path has taken its many turns and loops. As a divorced single mom of a grade schooler, financial independence and security in work and life brings on another set of perspectives. Now having been 2 decades in the veterinary industry, Grace sees a way to contribute to the community that is usually pretty scary to others: talking with veterinary professionals so they can get comfortable with understanding their money and how to use it.   GET IN TOUCH WITH GRACE : linkedin.com/in/grace-ursery-rvt-cvpm-3508577   EPISODE CHAPTERS: (0:00:00) - Value and Sustainability in Veterinary Practice Negotiating value in veterinary medicine, addressing financial expectations and the need for change and adaptation in the industry. (0:10:38) - Veterinary Practice and Financial Security The importance of charging appropriately for services, avoiding giving away free services, and achieving financial independence for stability. (0:17:02) - Sports, Psychology, and Perseverance Financial security enables control and altruism, parallels between sports and life, and the resilience required for success. (0:28:33) - Uncover Your Why for Success Nurturing curiosity and asking questions leads to personal and professional growth, utilizing resources and challenging complacency. If you want to know more about Dr. Jason Balara and the Know your Why Podcast: https://linktr.ee/jasonbalara Audio Track: Back To The Wood by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Artist: http://audionautix.com/  

EPISODE SUMMARY: When Grace Ursery shared her journey of intertwining the threads of veterinary care and finance, it was a revelation that resonated deep within my own experiences. Her insights into the intersection of veterinary practice and economic literacy sparked a conversation that is both rare and necessary in our field. Our discussion peeled back the layers of this complex world, revealing the essence of value and compassion in animal care. We tackled the delicate balance of financial transparency and the profound impact it has on both practitioners and pet owners. It's a candid exploration of the challenges and triumphs that come with delivering quality medical care while navigating the often-murky waters of veterinary economics. Stay tuned for PART 2 of this insightful episode, releasing this next Friday the 5th of April.   GRACE'S BIO: Grace Wu Ursery is a self-proclaimed money geek. She's curious about economic indicators, global trade as impacted by geopolitical alliances, tips and tricks on managing personal finance, and can talk talk talk about how it impacts the business of veterinary medicine. From UCLA undergrad to a CA licensed Registered Veterinary Technician and then as a Certified Veterinary Practice Manager, her professional path has taken its many turns and loops. As a divorced single mom of a grade schooler, financial independence and security in work and life brings on another set of perspectives. Now having been 2 decades in the veterinary industry, Grace sees a way to contribute to the community that is usually pretty scary to others: talking with veterinary professionals so they can get comfortable with understanding their money and how to use it.   GET IN TOUCH WITH GRACE : linkedin.com/in/grace-ursery-rvt-cvpm-3508577   EPISODE CHAPTERS: (0:00:00) - Veterinary Finance and Medicine Exploration Veterinary professional Grace Ursery shares her journey from pet ownership to management, emphasizing the importance of finance in animal care. (0:15:40) - Value and Efficiency in Veterinary Medicine Frustration and high costs of strep throat treatment, parallels between human and veterinary medicine, and ethical conflicts in medical care. (0:19:54) - Navigating Financial Expectations in Veterinary Practice Veterinarians face challenges and financial strain due to unrealistic expectations, while discussing financial literacy and the importance of open conversations about money. (0:24:15) - Financial Literacy in Veterinary Medicine Empathy, business acumen, and financial planning are crucial for success in the veterinary community and beyond. (0:38:37) - Changing Landscape of Veterinary Practice Ownership Veterinary practice ownership has shifted from independent to consolidated, with challenges for baby boomers, Gen X and millennials, and potential resurgence for Gen Z. (0:45:47) - Financial Planning for Future Success Financial literacy, strategic planning, and long-term financial future for practice ownership or employment. If you want to know more about Dr. Jason Balara and the Know your Why Podcast: https://linktr.ee/jasonbalara Audio Track: Back To The Wood by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Artist: http://audionautix.com/  

If your pet stays indoors, is spaying or neutering still important? In a word, yes.Spaying or neutering is an important part of preventive pet care with many positive impacts, from behavior to health to reducing the burden on animal shelters.In this episode, Hannah speaks to Dr. Maria Ramirez Gorton, veterinarian and Area Chief of Staff at Banfield Pet Hospital in Virginia. They discuss why it's important to spay or neuter your pet, what the procedure entails, and what you and your veterinary team can do to ensure the healing process goes as smoothly as possible.You'll also hear from special guests Kim Van Syoc, Executive Director of the Banfield Foundation and Lacey Frame, Registered Veterinary Technician and Program Manager at Banfield Foundation. Together, they dig into the important work the foundation does to impact pets in need.We hope you enjoy Not Just Fluff! If you find these conversations helpful, we want to hear from you! Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts and let us know what you liked about the show. Learn more about Banfield Pet Hospital's Optimum Wellness Plans®.Follow us on social media! Facebook: Banfield Pet Hospital Instagram: @banfieldpethospital TikTok: @banfieldpethospital

Raw, veggie, senior or puppy, wet or dry ... oh my! With seemingly endless food options, it can be hard to navigate how and how much to feed our pets.In this episode, Hannah sits down with Jennifer Rodeen, Registered Veterinary Technician and Practice Manager at Banfield Pet Hospital in Lacey, Washington. Hannah and Jennifer discuss the role nutrition plays in every stage of your pet's life, what to pay attention to when choosing the right foods, and how lifestyle and environment can have an impact.We hope you enjoy Not Just Fluff! If you find these conversations helpful, we want to hear from you! Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts and let us know what you liked about the show.|Learn more about Banfield Pet Hospital's Optimum Wellness Plans®. Follow us on social media!Facebook: Banfield Pet Hospital Instagram: @banfieldpethospital TikTok: @banfieldpethospital

Vet Life Reimagined brings Nicole Dickerson, RVT, VTS (ECC)! Nicole has an interesting and unique vet tech career path. Her first career was as a theatre stage manager. Then she entered vet life as a Registered Veterinary Technician and then a VTS in Emergency and Critical Care. Now she has found a brand new opportunity and it was through her speaking and teaching. In Nicole's fun, engaging way, she shares some fascinating parallels between stage theatre chaos and emergency room urgency. Nicole has worked with some very famous people from Mandy Patinkin to Carrie Fischer! You'll see scenes from Les Miserables to The Lion King Broadway productions. So, whether you're a veterinary technician craving veterinary career inspiration, a veterinarian curious about improving communication skills, or anyone who just loves a good story, get ready for an amazing episode with Nicole Dickerson!Resources:

In this episode, we celebrate Vet Tech Week with Jenny Fisher, a Registered Veterinary Technician and Veterinary Technician Specialist in Oncology. Jenny sheds light on the crucial role veterinary technicians play within clinics and hospitals, emphasizing the importance of utilizing their expertise to the fullest. She discusses the impact of underutilization on both professionals and the industry, sharing insights from the 2023 AAHA Technician Utilization Guidelines. Jenny also shares success stories of improved utilization, highlighting the benefits of enhanced patient care and increased revenue. She addresses common misconceptions and barriers, explaining the link between job satisfaction and retention. Finally, Jenny offers practical steps for practices to commit to change and suggests ways to celebrate veterinary technicians during Vet Tech Week, ensuring their contributions are recognized and celebrated year-round. Join us for an insightful conversation on elevating the veterinary technician profession.Jenny Fisher has worked in veterinary medicine in some regard for over 30 years, receiving her RVT in 2001 and her VTS (SAIM-oncology) in 2015.Her clinical experience includes academia, general medicine, and emergency medicine.Jenny spent 14 years as the head oncology technician at LSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital cancer treatment unit, working in the clinic as a medical and radiation oncology technician. Her teaching credentials include lecturing on the regional and national level, teaching fourth-year veterinary students, and lecturing at multiple veterinary technology programs.Her main clinical interests include radiation therapy patient positioning, chemotherapy and radiation safety, paraneoplastic syndromes, and integrative medicine.Currently, Jenny serves as the president-elect for the Academy of Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians (AIMVT) and is an active member of the Veterinary Cancer Society (VCS). Jenny works as the director of education for PractiVet and as a consultant for many private practices and universities in their oncology departments.ResourcesAAHA 2023 Technician Utilization GuidelinesAIMVT Open Letter to the AVMASupport the show via social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/TailsFromRVT Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TailsFromAVetTechPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tailsfromavettech

In this episode, “Underwater Experts: RVTs in the World of Fish Health”, Nora Toney RVT joins our hosts to talk about what it's like being a Registered Veterinary Technician that works with fish. We learn what an RVT's role is in animal health, why they are an essential part of the animal health team, and what a day in the life of a fish RVT looks like. Christine and Nora talk about their experiences as RVTs, how the role can be challenging but also incredibly rewarding, and just plain nerd out about veterinary care for fishes. The month of October is RVT Month in Canada, and the third week of October is National Veterinary Technician Week in the USA. We wish all credentialed technicians an incredible month, and all the best in your essential, diverse roles as part of the animal health team. Keep up the amazing work. This podcast is brought to you by the foxface rabbitfish. The foxface rabbitfish possess a name that seems like an oxymoron. After all, foxes eat rabbits. But the foxface rabbitfish refuses to be labeled. It swims around proudly, displaying its venomous spikes as if to say, “what are you going to do about it human? After all, you named me. In reality, I look more like a yellow raccoon. So whose fault is that?” Cheers to you, foxface rabbitfish, and we're sorry for naming you. Thanks for listening to Gettin' Fishy With It! You can find our website with show notes at ⁠⁠https://gettingfishypod.substack.com/⁠⁠. You can find us on twitter at ⁠⁠@gettinfishypod⁠⁠, and on Instagram ⁠⁠@gettingfishypod⁠⁠. You can also find us on ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠. If you want to drop us an email, you can send your complaints (or questions!) to gettingfishypod@gmail.com. Our theme music is “Best Time” by ⁠⁠FASSOUNDS⁠⁠. Our audio is edited by Amber Park Chiodini. Amber has her own podcast all about movies, called ⁠⁠So What Happens Next?⁠⁠ We very much appreciate you taking the time to listen to our twelfth episode! Please help out the podcast by subscribing on your podcast platform of choice. If you could leave us a review, that would be super helpful! If you would like to support the show, you can sign up as a paid member on our ⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠, or you can ⁠⁠buy us a coffee⁠⁠! Thanks and we'll “sea” you again in two weeks!

Your days in the clinic can be chaotic, messy and just plain hard. On top of that, your professional identity has become intertwined with your personal one, affecting your well-being. Sometimes, nothing in the clinic goes according to plan, leaving you overwhelmed. But before you leap to the conclusion that this episode of the VetFolio Voice podcast is yet another gloomy and pessimistic look at the veterinary profession, we'd like to introduce you to our fun-loving and optimistic guest, Kelsey Beth Carpenter (her LinkedIn profile: “Registered Veterinary Technician with a side of music and humor!”). Kelsey totally gets the challenges, but she has found a way to embrace her career in VetMed, accept the unpredictable, become empowered through her creative side, and remain positive in the face of challenges and uncertainty. Kelsey's dream for veterinary professionals is that they find happiness in their career. Don't miss this fun, compassionate and inspiring episode! It might just be the “medicine” you need in your life right now.

Kelsey Beth Carpenter RVT, or Vet Tech Kelsey as she's known to her adoring fans, is a registered veterinary technician, singer/songwriter, and all-around creative genius. Her humorous takes on veterinary medicine can be found across the internet, and today she joins the podcast to discuss what she has learned about veterinary medicine from her own journey as patient facing a chronic medical issue. LINKS: Back to School Webinar Series: https://drandyroark.com/webinars/ Dr. Andy Roark Exam Room Communication Tool Box Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/on-demand-staff-training/ Dr. Andy Roark Charming the Angry Client Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/charming-the-angry-client/ Dr. Andy Roark Swag: drandyroark.com/shop All Links: linktr.ee/DrAndyRoark ABOUT OUR GUEST: Kelsey Beth Carpenter is a Registered Veterinary Technician, social media manager, singer/songwriter, speaker/performer, and content creator. Kelsey has enjoyed working in emergency hospitals across California for over a decade. At her most recent clinic, she fell in love with the open hospital concept, and is passionate about teaching others how to implement this structure in their own practices. Kelsey also works as the Social Media Manager for DrAndyRoark.com, a Content Specialist for the Uncharted Veterinary Conferences and Community, and the manager of her own growing brand, Vet Tech Kelsey. With a background in the arts, Kelsey is passionate about the power of creativity, the importance of humor, and the magic that happens when art and science overlap. In her free time (what's that?), she can be found hiking, writing goofy songs about Veterinary Medicine, and dressing up her Chihuahua even though she swore she would never be “that person”.

Shannon Riley-Coyner has been a dog trainer for over 30 years. Her education includes a Biology Degree, specializing in Zoology from Sonoma State. She is a Registered Veterinary Technician and a Certified Professional Dog Trainer. Shannon created Truly Force Free Animal Training so that anyone, anywhere could have access to force free, positive reinforcement animal training and published “The Evolution of Dog Training”! In this episode, Jan and Shannon delve into the topic of helping an aging dog. They emphasize the importance of understanding and addressing the unique needs that arise during this stage of life. The hosts share valuable insights on navigating both physical and cognitive care for older pets. They compassionately discuss various challenges such as managing pain, coping with hearing loss, and dealing with cognitive decline, all of which are common issues that can emerge as dogs age. Throughout the discussion, Jan and Shannon advocate for showing boundless compassion, kindness, and above all, patience when caring for a beloved aging pet.

Today I speak with IFBB Pro Ally Vattauer from Tucson, Arizona. She started competing in 2018, competing in both regional and national shows. She took 2020 and 2021 off for an improvement season and returned to the stage in 2022 when she won her first regional Overall. She earned her Pro card at Jr. Nationals in 2023 with the Overall win!   Ally went to school for and worked as a Registered Veterinary Technician but moved to Maryland to work at the National Institutes of Health in the Tuberculosis Research Section. She is now an online coaching for lifestyle clients and competitors, and also offers posing lessons.    TOPICS COVERED -off season & weight gain in females -lifestyle balance  -handling a full time job while competing -joy through posing -finding a sense of belonging in bodybuilding -enjoying every season -training to failure -goals for coaching   CONNECT WITH CELESTE: Website: http://www.celestial.fit Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/ All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html CONNECT WITH ALLY: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allyvatthauer/ LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/allyvatthauer TIME STAMPS 1:00 introduction 3:55 creating confidence on stage 8:15 advice for first time posers 10:41 having a supportive husband 17:15 changes to marriage with competing 21:20 traveling as a competitor 28:35 planning her Pro debut 32:30 living like a pro 37:00 favorite parts of each season 40:41 changes in a Pro prep 46:15 fears of gaining weight 52:25 success in the improvement season 58:55 getting into coaching 63:55 working full-time  68:30 questions from listeners 74:10 doing her own glam 79:50 advice for competitors   CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE FOOD RELATIONSHIP COACHING SERIES   CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE POST SHOW BLUES COACHING SERIES   LEARN MORE AND APPLY FOR MY 5 WEEK FOOD RELATIONSHIP HEALING & DISCOVERY COACHING PROGRAM   FOR OTHER FREE RESOURCES, LIVE EVENTS, AND WAYS TO WORK WITH CELESTE CLICK HERE

Welcome to The Well-Mannered Mutt Podcast, the show for dog owners looking to improve their relationship with their canine friends. This podcast is designed to both train dogs and teach people, so there can be success and happiness at both ends of the leash.   Your host, Staci Lemke is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer, retired Registered Veterinary Technician, and owner of Manners for Mutts Dog Training. With over 20 years of experience working with dogs and their people, Staci is the perfect guide to help you navigate the ups and downs of life with a dog.   So, whether you're a new dog owner or a seasoned pro, be sure to join Staci for each episode as she shares practical training tips, fun doggy adventures, and simple things you can do to strengthen the bond between you and your four-legged friend.   Episodes will be coming soon, so be sure to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts.   Connect with Staci Lemke: Website - www.mannersformutts.com Instagram & Facebook @mannersformutts

Allison (Alli) Fender grew up in the gorgeous San Diego backcountry on a small Dairy and Beef operation. She attended San Diego Mesa College and played soccer on the women's team while attending the Animal Health program offered there. In 2014, she obtained her Associate of Science Degree in Animal Health Technology and became licensed as a Registered Veterinary Technician. She worked in several small animal hospitals in the area. A month after graduation in 2014, she and her high school sweetheart were married on Mesa Chiquita Ranch, where she grew up. Her dad gifted her and her husband, Bryce, ten bred heifers, which was the start of their beef herd. Flying F Ranch was established in 2020 after Bryce and Alli created the brand and business selling beef directly to San Diego consumers. Their motto is “We Give a Flying F About BEEF.” In 2021, they added Registered Black Angus cattle into their herd to improve carcass quality. The couple learned more about genetics and began breeding more mindfully, propelling their beef business to a higher level. Bryce and Alli raise their two sons, Warren and Wells, on the ranch together. They believe raising the next generation beside them will teach the young boys valuable life lessons and memories. Alli is an active member and Vice President of the San Diego CowBelles and helps with local Ag in the Classroom lessons, Beef Promotion, and Advocacy for our industry. In her spare time, she breeds and shows Australian Shepherds, participates in CrossFit, helps with school activities for her sons, is a dog leader for the Julian/Santa Ysabel 4H, started podcasting, and manages the business of Flying F Ranch. Allison Fender: https://www.instagram.com/flying_f_ranch/ & https://www.instagram.com/alli.fender ------------------------------------------------ Merch: https://www.agchicks.net/shop ------------------------------------------------ Find Ally: Website: https://agchicks.net Instagram: https://instagram.com/agchicks Facebook: https://facebook.com/agchicks YouTube:    https://youtube.com/agchicks  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/agchicks/support

Nicki Castagna's career is proof positive that there are no limits on where vet techs can take their career.  A Registered Veterinary Technician in Maryland, she has worked in general practice, emergency and critical care, internal medicine, cardiology, wildlife, exotics, aquarium medicine and now as a Senior Lab Coordinator at Johns Hopkins University. And she's … Continue reading “How Can I Turn This into My Advantage?” – Nicki Castagna, RVT →

Whether you're new to raw feeding, or even if you've been raw feeding for a long time, there are some misconceptions and down-right untruths floating around the internet and social media.This makes us question ourselves, wonder if we're doing the best for our pets, and in some cases keep us from taking the leap to feeding a fresh food diet.Kay Stewart is a Registered Veterinary Technician, Certified Canine Nutritionist, and lead researcher for Feed Real Institute. Kay helps us break down some of the misconceptions around raw feeding, including why so many traditional veterinarians are against it and how to meet them where they are. She also lets us know about a very interesting and empowering course to help pet parents learn more about raw feeding and feel confident in their feeding choices. Make sure to get your discount on anything at Real Dog Box and Feed Real by using Kay's link: real.dog/kay Support the show

How do you know when it's time to walk away from a dream? As a business owner and entrepreneur, we are driven by our passions to our goals we set for ourselves. However, sometimes we have to quit and start over. Pivoting (quit by a different name) means course correcting due to either external, or internal factors. Wayne Hartley Jr., owner and founder of Happy Hearts Pet Care ATL, joins the show to share how he quit his dream of mobile grooming to start a brick and mortar business. Wayne sacrificed a lot to make it happen, but it was all because he recognized he needed the change to better connect with his mission. He gives advice on how to keep moving forward, even when you're exhausted, and how to innovate well in your business. Main topics: Moving to brick and mortar Taking risks FLIG Beaten down Innovating Main takeaway: The difference between acting out of desperation and focused intentionality, is the belief you have in yourself and the goal you're working towards. About our guest: My name is Wayne Hartley Jr. I am a Registered Veterinary Technician. Pet Care has always been a passion of mine. Since I was young I've always loved animals — both learning about and taking care of them. I have graduated from THE Fort Valley State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Veterinary Technology. I have worked in various veterinary settings from the largest multi-specialty emergency hospital to general practices, other referral hospitals, and university settings such as the University of Georgia's Veterinary Teaching Hospital. When not working, I have volunteered my time at wildlife conservation centers, adoption agencies, dog daycare, cat sanctuaries, and with the Boys and Girls Club as well as Habitat for Humanity. Giving back and working with the community has always been another passion for me. It makes my heart happy to be able to be a blessing for someone else. (see what I did there). After being a veterinary technician for 7 years, I began Happy Hearts Pet Care as a mobile grooming service in 2016 and moved to a brick and mortar location in 2022. I also founded PETLANTA, a community of pet care professionals in Atlanta that come to support each other, network, teach, and give back to the community. I now have the opportunity to share my love of animals with my clients and pet owners all over the Stone Mountain and Metro Atlanta area.  Links: Previously on: https://www.petsitterconfessional.com/episodes/224 Website: happyheartspcs.com Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC7v4FA7Qs1C3BaVGJ2VB2bQ Facebook: facebook.com/happyheartspetcareatl Instagram: instagram.com/happyheartspetcareatl/ PETLANTA: https://petlanta.org Buy PSC Merch Give us a call! (636) 364-8260  Follow us on: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter Email us at: feedback@petsitterconfessional.com Full show notes and transcript   Sponsored by: ❤️ Our AMAZING Patreon Supporters Time to Pet Visit: https://timetopet.com/confessional Code: 50% off first 3 months Pet Perennials Visit: https://petperennials.com/pages/register-for-a-business-account Code: 'PSC' when registering for a $2 off coupon on any purchases in the 1st 90 days

In this episode of the Furbabies Podcast, Stephanie Goodman interviews Veterinary Technician and Veterinary Cannabis Counselor, David Blackwell, about the uses of cannabis products to help with the wellness and temperament of your animals. He shares the importance of checking your state's specific laws and rules when working with these types of products and do's and don'ts when choosing to use them.David is a Registered Veterinary Technician and Veterinary Cannabis Counselor from Northeast Ohio with a passion for pets of all kinds.davidthevettech@gmail.com+1 330-556-3898https://veterinarycannabissociety.org/Registered Veterinary Technician (licensed in Ohio) & Veterinary Cannabis Counselor The Vet Tech Ltd. was founded in February of 2020 by David Blackwell. David acquired his AAS in Veterinary Technology in 2018 from Ross College and is a Registered Veterinary Technician and Veterinary Cannabis Counselor with several years of clinical experience providing all levels of care, from the simplest nail trims to the ICU and critical emergencies. He has experience with many different species of large, small, and exotic animals. He has a passion for gold-standard patient care and client education as well as TNR and rescue/ rehab for “community” cat colonies.Tune into the Furbabies Podcast YouTube Channel at http://FurbabiesPodcast.tv.Got a question or suggestion for Stephanie and the show? Book a call with Steph at TalkWithStephanieGoodman.com

WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH - CELEBRATING WOMEN IN BUSINESS - SUDBURY TALKS WITH GWEN PRICE AND MICHELLE MCPARLANDMichelle is a Registered Veterinary Technician and is the owner of Vet Tech Plus, providing in home services such as nail trims, ear cleanings, anal gland expressions, prescribed medication administration, subcutaneous fluid administration prescribed by your veterinarian, nutrition consults, training consults and more.Michelle's love of animals is evident in the way she cares for them.To book an appointment, Michelle can be reached at:Phone:  705-688-8588Email:  vettechplus@gmail.comWebsite:  https://vet-tech-plus.square.site/

This week, Tabitha is joined by RVT, practice manager, and business leader, Theresa Cooper-Roberts. Theresa shares how she found and followed her passion for education and practice management. She shares her wisdom from years of working as a Surgical Training Center Manager at a respected school of veterinary medicine including how you can support and motivate your veterinary team and how to introduce new services into your practice.Theresa Cosper-RobertsTheresa Cosper-Roberts is a veterinary practice manager and an award-winning educator. A Registered Veterinary Technician in the state of Louisiana, she worked as an instructor of veterinary technology for several programs. She is a senior consultant for National Veterinary Solutions, an organization providing consultations and training services tailored to veterinary technicians, students, assistants, and practice managers. Theresa is also the Surgical Training Center Manager at a renowned school of veterinary medicine, where she has twice been appointed to the dean's merit honor roll as an instructor, the only technician to ever obtain that distinction/honor. Support Theresa Cosper-Robertshttps://www.nationalveterinarysolutions.com/Don't forget to register for Calm, Confident, & In Control: Training for Cooperative Veterinary Visit (Virtual Event)https://www.chirrupsandchatter.com/online-eventsSupport the show via social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/TailsFromRVT Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TailsFromAVetTechPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tailsfromavettech

Joining me today is Amy Granacki, a Registered Veterinary Technician and Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner at Van Isle Veterinary Hospital. Amy will take us on a journey through the eyes of CCR along with what prompted her to choose this profession. She will also give us tips and tricks and how we can better take...

We are joined by Maria Marano, a Registered Veterinary Technician, to discuss her work in helping puppies have positive experiences at the vet. Learn about Maria's experience as a technician, what a fear free vet entails for puppies, and what "happy vet visits" are. There are also ways owners can prepare for vet visits to make the experience as low-stress for their puppy (and themselves) as possible. Listen to learn more! Your Litter A to Z is the leading, science-based course for dog breeders. It includes expertly designed 18 modules, checklists, and reports that cover before breeding, getting your bitch pregnant, whelping your litter and raising your pups. If you're already a member of Good Dog, you can access the course https://bit.ly/3iPVL9a (here)! And if you're not a member, you can join our community https://bit.ly/3Ltnuc8 (here).

Serena is a Registered Veterinary Technician in the state of Ohio who graduated from Tri-C in Parma, OH in 2009. She is a wife, mother, vet tech, business coach for RVTs, and serial business owner.  Serena has 4 dogs, 6 cats, 1 bird, a frog, a snake, a bearded dragon, and has grown up caring for animals since she was little. She is an advocate for animals, technicians, and change in the veterinary field as a whole. Her goal is to make others think outside the box and challenge old ways of thinking by trailblazing new ways of doing things in her life and her businesses. Being a Pet Consultant/strategist, she discusses a vast array of information; everything from routine care, surgical procedures, tech questions, and more. Bringing digital pet care courses is something new that she has introduced, to make care accessible even though many changes have occurred since the beginning of 2020. Having an RVT helping educate pet parents makes them feel confident they are doing their best to help their pets.  Topics covered in this episode: The journey of a house call veterinary technician The benefits of a business coach or mentor Challenges of a vet tech doing house calls and roadblocks to teaching other vet techs what they can offer outside of a clinic setting Empowering veterinary technicians  Charging what you're worth The Vet Tech Society Movement Links & resources: Visit The Traveling Technician website The Vet Tech Society Movement The House Call Vet Academy links: Find out about The House Call Vet Academy online CE course  Learn more about Dr. Eve Harrison  Learn more about 1-to-1 coaching for current & prospective house call, mobile, & concierge vets Get House Call Vet swag! Find out about the next House Call & Mobile Vet Virtual Conference Music: In loving memory of Dr. Steve Weinberg. Intro & outro guitar music was written,  performed, & recorded by house call veterinarian Dr. Steve Weinberg. Thank you to our sponsors! Rockin' Pets, Rollin' Vets PriVet Pet Care First Opinion Veterinary Ultrasound- Online CE courses on ultrasonography & machine selection Good Pharma Tea (Use code Harrison20 for 20% off your order!) Veterinary Recommended Solutions - Get a $200 gift card! Just mention this podcast when you set up a discovery call with VRS's medical director about their ethical & rigorously tested veterinary supplements.

Have you ever came back from a conference and wanted to try a new protocol or technique and were met with resistance or even flat out turned away? It's pretty frustrating however Theresa tells us how we can best work with our coworkers to have our ideas heard. Theresa Cosper-Roberts is a Registered Veterinary Technician in the state of Louisiana. She worked as an instructor of veterinary technology for several programs. She is the CEO and senior consultant for National Veterinary Solutions, an organization providing consultations and training services tailored to veterinary technicians, students, and assistants. Theresa is also the Junior Surgery Teaching Laboratory Manager a local School of Veterinary medicine, where she has twice been appointed to the dean's merit honor roll as an instructor of clinical skills, the only technician to ever obtain that distinction/honor

Shannon Riley-Coyner Shannon has been a dog trainer for over 30 years. Her education includes a Biology Degree, specializing in Zoology from Sonoma State. She is a Registered Veterinary Technician and a Certified Professional Dog Trainer. Shannon created Truly Force Free Animal Training so that anyone, anywhere could have access to force free, positive reinforcement animal training and published “The Evolution of Dog Training”! She discusses positive reinforcement training and how to deal with aggression and anxiety with host Jan Jeremias.

Tripawd Talk Radio Episode #114:  Adopt, don't shop! We all know that. But how do you find the best rescue when welcoming new dog or cat into your home? And how can you avoid scams by working with a reputable shelter? Find out from Pawdoption Guide creator Bethany Muir on this episode of Tripawd Talk Radio...Bethany Muir is a Registered Veterinary Technician from Ontario, Canada. She's mom to rescue dogs and a human bi-pawd too! As founder of Pawdoption Guide, she's helping prospective pet parents make good dog adoption choices by addressing topics like the best ways to find local adoptable dogs, creating an adoption application that gets noticed, how to find and work with reputable rescues. She also helps new pet parents with resources for bringing your rescue pet home, pet integration techniques, positive reinforcement training and finding solutions for post-adoption dog behaviors.Episode Video:N/APawdoption Guidehttps://www.pawdoptionguide.com/Find canine rehab near you and get reimbursed.https://tri.pet/findrehabSupport the show

70+ episdoes into the podcast, and not a single episode with a vet nurse. Shame on us! But we're changing that with this episode through a conversation with a vet tech who is leading the charge into the future of vet nursing. Kenichiro Yagi is Chief Veterinary Nursing Office at the Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG), where his role is to help develop career pathways in veterinary nursing and raising nursing care standards and competency. Ken is a Registered Veterinary Technician and Veterinary Technician Specialist in Emergency and Critical Care and Small Animal Internal Medicine with a Master's Degree in Veterinary Sciences. He also serves as program director for the Recover Initiative, a global effort to standardise how veterinary CPR is performed around the world. He's received a whole host of awards, including veterinary technician of the year in 2016, and he's been pushing the standards of nursing for two decades through his teaching and training, speaking and writing. "There's a lot more to veterinary medicine than just being a vet, and there's a lot more care that the patients need. And I've certainly created my own career out of it." So who's this episode for? Well, we've always been a podcast primarily for vets, and that hasn't changed. We'd love for this conversation to help open the eyes of our vets to the possibilities, the talent and the passion that is right under your nose and to give you some ideas of what that talent is capable of and how you can help steer it. But it's definitely also an episode for nurses and techs. I challenge you as a nurse to listen to this and NOT feel the desire to find new ways to extend yourself and to make even more of a difference! Ken's story is a real eye-opener about what is possible in your nursing career in the right environment. Also - who's joining us live in Noosa in November with Prof David Church and Prof Jill Maddison for what promises to e the most fun vet event of the year?! Details are here - but don't book there - email us at vetvaultpodcast@gmail.com to tell us that you heard about the conference on here and we'll send you a listener-only discount code. Go to thevetvault.com for show notes and to check out our guests' favourite books, podcasts and everything else we talk about in the show. If you want to lift your clinical game, go to vvn.supercast.com for a free 2-week trial of our short and sharp highly practical clinical podcasts. We love to hear from you. If you have a question for us or you'd like to give us some feedback please get in touch via email at thevetvaultpodcast@gmail.com, or just catch up with us on Instagram. And if you like what you hear then please share the love by clicking on the share button wherever you're listening and sending a link to someone who you think should hear this. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/vet-vault/message

When your dog has cancer, there are a lot more people on her care team than just you and the oncologist. Veterinary technicians – including ones who specialize in oncology – are another layer of medical professionals ready to help your dog. Jenny Fisher, Registered Veterinary Technician and Veterinary Technician Specialist in Oncology, was the Head Technician in Oncology at Louisiana State for 14 years. Fisher explains what vet techs do in the hospital, the education they have undergone, and the struggles of working in this profession. She also explains why vet techs aren't called veterinary nurses in the US, and untangles some of the different credentials used in various states. Links Mentioned in Today's Show: Academy of Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America American Association of Veterinary State Boards Related Links: Cancer Treatment Unit at Louisiana State University How to Meditate With Your Dog (the Maui the dog story) About Today's Guest, Jenny Cassibry Fisher: Jenny has worked in veterinary medicine in some regard for over 25 years, receiving her RVT in 2002 and her VTS (IM-oncology) in 2015. Her clinical experience includes academia, general medicine, and emergency medicine. Jenny serves as the president-elect for the Academy of Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians (AIMVT). LinkedIn Other Links: To join the private Facebook group for readers of Dr. Dressler's book “The Dog Cancer Survival Guide,” go to https://www.facebook.com/groups/dogcancersupport/  Dog Cancer Answers is a Maui Media production in association with Dog Podcast Network This episode is sponsored by the best-selling animal health book The Dog Cancer Survival Guide: Full Spectrum Treatments to Optimize Your Dog's Life Quality and Longevity by Dr. Demian Dressler and Dr. Susan Ettinger. Available everywhere fine books are sold. Have a guest you think would be great for our show? Contact our producers at DogCancerAnswers.com Have an inspiring True Tail about your own dog's cancer journey you think would help other dog lovers? Share your true tail with our producers. If you would like to ask a dog cancer related question for one of our expert veterinarians to answer on a future Q&A episode, call our Listener Line at 808-868-3200 www.dogcanceransers.com. Dog Cancer News is a free weekly newsletter that contains useful information designed to help your dog with cancer. To sign up, please visit: www.dogcancernews.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Rollie Allaire, Holistic Life & Wellness Coach, as she connects with Melyssa Leveille for this week's Chatting with Wisdom. Chatting with Wisdom is a weekly interview series featuring amazing women. There are different ways that women are amazing. Let's celebrate that! This week we will chat about, "Healing and Growing with Horses" Mélyssa is the owner and founder of Earthside Acres, an Equine Assisted Learning facility in Earlton. With her background as a Registered Veterinary Technician, Education assistant and Equine Assisted Learning Facilitator Certificate she combines this knowledge facilitate EAL sessions based on the clients intention and goals. EAL is a facilitated approach to life skills development through ground based exercises with horses. She has worked with children on the spectrum, youth and adults in her 1 on 1 sessions, Youth programs, Couples sessions and workshops. Mélyssa is dedicated to create a unique experience for her clients. On the farm the horses help the clients feel more calm, confident, focused and understood. Horses are great teachers. They let us heal and grow with a listening ear and are great support. Connect with Mélyssa: Website: https://earthsideacres.com/ Facebook: https://facebook.com/Earthsideacres/ Would you like to be a Guest? Choose the next date available https://rollieallairebooking.as.me/chattingwithwisdom

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Melisa is a Registered Veterinary Technician and an artist on a mission to make the world a better place for orphaned, injured, and rescued animals. Through Woollybear Travels, she goes to animal sanctuaries around the world and volunteers her services as an animal nurse. Melissa writes about the animals she meets, the places that are helping them, and creates artwork based on the special animals she loves along the way. For more on this episode check out our webpage here Guest Information Instagram: @woollybeartravels Tiktok: @woollybeartravels Facebook: Woolly Bear Travels Wollybear Shop: Woolly Bear Travels Follow @thevogeltwins for updates on the podcast, tips on travel and more! Instagram Tiktok Pinterest Facebook Youtube Like the show? Please leave us a review here! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thevogeltwinspodcast/support

EP 24 Katreen is a Registered Veterinary Technician originally from BC but studied in Olds, Ablerta. She is our special guest today as we moan with mimoasa's and swiftly change to rose while we rage.  Listen to the girls dissect wrinkles, horse hearts and manage time bewteen ICU and SX. Work-life balance is important to us all; how do we cope? Vent-a-lot-Velina delves into ringbarking and smelly death; while Buttons Brittany gives us insight into stink bug attacks.    The girls discuss therapy and what is required to make it through this industry.  Stay tuned for more gross episodes.  Write us your disgusting situations: ikilledyourdog@gmail.com or tag us in social media: @ikilledyourdogpodcast     

In this week's episode of That Vet Life Podcast host, Dr. Moriah McCauley is joined with vet techs, Peter Carlos and Jaycee Leonardo. Over the past 2 years, the dynamic duo has been utilizing social media (in particular TikTok and Instagram) to educate both pet owners and people within the veterinary industry. On their TikTok account, which has over 2 million followers, Peter and Jaycee have created a space to educate all on what veterinary techniques do and offer up their best tips and tricks when caring for their patients. The duo's entry into vet tech took slightly different routes and offer an important reminder that no one way is best. Whilst Peter's career in the animal and veterinary industry began at Petco - which he started working at during his junior year of high school and continued after graduating - it wasn't until later when Peter decided to pursue veterinary technician courses. After becoming a Registered Veterinary Technician, Peter began working at Taylor ER Veterinary Emergency Hospital. It was here that he first met Jaycee. Aforementioned, Jaycee's journey into veterinary medicine, took a different route. Jaycee aspired to be a veterinarian from a young age, however, once at high school Jaycee enrolled in local veterinary technician classes and Jaycee decided to pursue a career as a veterinary technician. Jaycee joined Taylor ER Veterinary Emergency Hospital as a volunteer aged 16, before being offered a full-time job there 2 years later. Since then, the pair joined forces to create educational content through social media. In this episode, Dr. Moriah, Peter, and Jaycee discuss the role of a veterinary technician, how clients view them differently, and how we can push for veterinary technicians to be seen as having the same level of importance as veterinarians.

What's the difference between a manager and a leader? How do you juggle wearing all of the hats? Wayne Hartley Jr., owner of Happy Hearts Pet Care, joins the show to break down his mindset around working with his team and the role emotional intelligence plays in his business. From using fear as a motivating force, to how he views success, Wayne shares how he makes his business run. Wayne also talks about what it's like running a mobile grooming service, and all of the bumps that come with that. He gives some great advice for how he recharges and taps into inspiration when running his business. Topics on this episode: * Leader * Success * Emotional Inteligence * Mobile Grooming * Juggling everything Main take away: Self care and mental health are about putting your why back at the forefront of your mind. About our guest: My name is Wayne Hartley Jr. I am a Registered Veterinary Technician. Pet Care has always been a passion of mine. Since I was young I've always loved animals — both learning about and taking care of them. I have graduated from THE Fort Valley State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Veterinary Technology. I have worked in various veterinary settings from the largest multi-specialty emergency hospital to general practices, other referral hospitals, and university settings such as the University of Georgia's Veterinary Teaching Hospital. When not working, I have volunteered my time at wildlife conservation centers, adoption agencies, dog daycare, cat sanctuaries, and with the Boys and Girls Club as well as Habitat for Humanity. Giving back and working with the community has always been another passion for me. It makes my heart happy to be able to be a blessing for someone else. (see what I did there). After being a veterinary technician for 7 years, I began Happy Hearts Pet Care in 2016. I now have the opportunity to share my love of animals with my clients and pet owners all over the Stone Mountain and Metro Atlanta area.  Links: Website: happyheartspcs.com (https://linktr.ee/HHPCS) Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC7v4FA7Qs1C3BaVGJ2VB2bQ Facebook: facebook.com/happyheartspetcareatl Instagram: instagram.com/happyheartspetcareatl/ Full show notes and transcript (https://www.petsitterconfessional.com/episodes/224)

Thanks for checking out Episode 1 of the Pawdoption Guide Podcast! I'm so glad you're here. This episode reveals my story, aka the way I came to be a Registered Veterinary Technician and start my own business helping families locate, adopt and integrate rescue dogs. Spoiler alert: some heartbreak involved!If you're currently looking to adopt a dog in Southern Ontario then you've got to get on my Pawdoption Guide Membership Experience Waitlist to get more details and find out when it launches!

‘Drag & Spirituality' part deux!! Join a multi-faith international conversation featuring Mango Lassi, Coco Sho-Nell, LoUis CYfer, and hostess, B0NNi33 Vi0L3T. Tune in live @aqueerchaplain on YouTube, Facebook or Twitch!Humza A. Mian aka Mango Lassi is a queer Canadian-Pakistani who currently resides in the GTA. He is a Registered Veterinary Technician who works in the downtown core, and a drag queen who got his start on social media. The focus of his drag is to bring awareness to the existence of queer Desi folk and breaking the chains of toxic masculinity that hold so many queer Desi's back from expressing themselves. With the help of brands run primarily by PoC, Humza has branched into the world of commercial makeup artistry and is currently focusing on representing brands that encourage diversity and inclusion. His most current drag looks can be seen on his Instagram page (@_humzer) and are heavily influenced by his cultural background.YouTube @HumzaMianIG @_humzerFB @Mango Lassi Queenpaypal: humzamian@gmail.comCoco Sho-Nell has been in existence for over 12 years. She began her start in andersonville performing in charity shows at the call bar. Raymond, the man behind the mascara, has been a practicing buddhist since 2004. A lot of my faith is based on acceptance and love of everyone.www.youtube.com/theatrerat80IG @cocoshonellwww.facebook.com/coco.shonell.1twitch: twitch.tv/cocoshonelltiktok: @cocoshonellhttps://youtu.be/zH9rZSufZeM , https://youtu.be/41_wImSZ5Xo , https://youtu.be/vtM7XhnjRmULoUis CYfer he/himI consider myself a spiritualist believing in all different elements of combined religions that ultimately bring us back to dealing with our ego and sense of purpose.IG @mxlouiscyferFB LoUis CYferPaypal.me/lucyjaneparkinsonUrban Village Church IG @UVChurchwww.urbanvillagechurch.orga queer chaplainhttps://taplink.cc/aqueerchaplainhttps://www.patreon.com/bonnievioletSupport the show

About Tiffani My name is Tiffani Collins and I am the author of the epic fantasy series The Traveler's Journal, which chronicles the adventures of Danny North Star and Alice Sinclair as they navigate the perils of the related worlds. And, yes! I am writing this author's bio in first-person narrative. Talking about myself in the third-person just always seems so weird. Besides, I'm an Aquarius. We pride ourselves on being individuals and thumbing our noses at the status quo. So, to all of you traditionalists out there – cope!

An Advocate’s Advocate; that’s who Liz Hughston, a California-based Registered Veterinary Technician is. In this episode, she takes us through her storied career as a technician specialist in emergency and critical care and internal medicine, the emotional side of life as an ICU technician, and her unyielding dedication to, and passion for moving the veterinary … Continue reading The Advocate’s Advocate – Liz Hughston, Med., RVT, CVT, LVT VTS (SAIM, ECC) →

Shaelyn St. Onge-Cole, a California-based Registered Veterinary Technician, is helping to shape the pipeline of future veterinary technicians as an instructor at Foothill College. As an African American and Native American woman navigating the profession, her narrative of finding and owning her own voice; and blazing a trail of opportunity for the legions of students … Continue reading I Fight Harder For My Students Than For Myself – Shaelyn St. Onge-Cole, RVT →

Hello Dog Lovers! Welcome to the Wag Out Loud pawdcast! You probably already know that we are obsessed with canine health and nutrition and here to geek out about dog food is Nikki Giovanelli who is a Registered Veterinary Technician with over 10 years of experience in the veterinary field. Nikki enjoys sharing information on her blog "The Canine Health Nut" about different aspects of canine nutrition through the review of scientific research, along with sharing dog food recipes for the beginner home cook. As a home cooker of over 5 years from a conventional veterinary background, she aims to educate and inform veterinary professionals and dog owners about the different options that are available when it comes to dog food.As a vet tech, what has your experience been with veterinarians approval of homemade diets?Why are many of them uncomfortable with homemade diets?Is there anything being done to better educate vets about whole food diets?In your mind, what are the positives and negatives of homemade diets for dogs? What can we do to help our conventional veterinarians be more comfortable with what we feed our dogs?How do you recommend we have these conversations?Are more practices bringing on nutritionists as part of the entire offering of veterinary care?Is it okay to change vets if we don't feel like we’re being heard?What is the best way to find an integrative or holistic veterinarian?Nikki mentioned: Balance IT American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association (to find an integrative or holistic vet near you) Pet Diets for complete and balanced recipesJust Food For Dogs and you can use code WOL50 when ordering for the first time and get 50% off for orders up to $25Dr. Harvey’s Use code WOL10 for 10% off of your orderNikki, where can everyone find out more information about you and the Canine Health Nut?https://thecaninehealthnut.com/FB & IG: @thecaninehealthnut We appreciate our sponsor: Just Food for DogsAs a Wag out Loud listener you can use code WOL50 at checkout to get 50% off your first time purchase (for orders up to $25)! Thanks for Listening!Thanks so much for tuning in again this week. Have some feedback you’d like to share? Leave a note in the Bark About it section. Or you can click on the social media buttons to share an episode.Special thanks to Nikki for being on the show. Catch you next time!Also, don’t forget to Subscribe for FREE and please leave a review: Apple Podcasts | Android | Spotify I Stitcher I iHeartRADIO“The Wag Out Loud pawdcast is supported by listeners like you! The show started as a passion project that would help all of us make well-informed decisions for our dogs’ health and well-being. After many amazing guests, intriguing topics and incredible feedback, the WOL pawdcast is hitting a nerve. If you are interested in having your dog live healthier and longer and are finding value in this podcast, why not contribute to the show’s success? It would not be possible to consistently produce a quality show without the listener support that is received. Thanks to all of the dog lovers out there!”The purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a veterinarian, licensed nutritionist or other qualified professional. The host as well as guests who speak on this podcast express their own opinions, experience and conclusions, and Wag Out Loud LLC neither endorses or opposes any particular views discussed here.

Today, I am happy to have the privilege of talking to Angie Arora and Kirsti Clarida, two professionals who I got introduced to through the Veterinary Social Work Program. Angie is a registered social worker from Toronto, Canada. She gears much of her practice around pet loss bereavement and building compassion resilience in animal care professionals. Kirsti is a registered veterinary technician in Ontario, Canada, and she has done a lot of advocacy work to increase awareness around the importance of the roles of Registered Veterinary Technicians in veterinary medicine. Kristi and Angie got together, and they have been doing a lot of research and putting some hard work into compiling a veterinary training manual to help people deal with any challenges related to their relationship with animals.  Although working with animals can be fulfilling and rewarding, it can also be physically and emotionally exhausting. Angie and Kirsti are joining me today to discuss the work they are doing in the field, which includes pet loss and bereavement, compassion fatigue, and strengthening compassion resilience. Be sure to stay tuned today to hear what Angie and Kirsti have to share about reinforcing how people relate to animals. Show highlights: The two life experiences that came together for Angie, that started her journey. Angie explains what a veterinary social worker does. Angie discusses the role she plays as a Pet Loss Support Group Facilitator with VetVine. Kirsti talks about the work she's been doing to increase awareness of the challenges of veterinary technicians. How Angie and Kirsti were brought together, their relationship, and the kind of work they are doing together. About the research that they did through Seneca College, their goal, and the result that ensued. Kirsti shares some profound statistics from their research. Pet loss with species other than dogs and cats, and the euthanasia process. What dysthanasia is, and how to deal with it. What they learned about hospice and palliative care during their study. The importance of addressing caregiver fatigue and burnout. Supporting children in their grief. What veterinary practices can do with the guidelines that Kirsti and Angie have made available. Angie and Kirsti's Bios: Angie Arora is a registered Social Worker from Toronto, Canada, with over 15 years of experience in the areas of pet loss and veterinary compassion resilience. She has worked as a hospital Veterinary Social Worker, facilitated community-based pet loss support groups, and engaged in media campaigns to reduce the stigma associated with pet loss. She is on the inaugural Board of the International Association of Veterinary Social Work and serves as a Pet Loss Support Group Facilitator with VetVine. Angie is a Professor with Seneca College's Social Service Worker Program. Her social work practice has also focused on issues of gender-based violence with a specific focus on immigrant and refugee communities. Also, she is a Certified Compassion Fatigue Specialist with the Traumatology Institute and works with the veterinary industry to build wellness through strengthening compassion resilience. Angie obtained her Bachelor of Social Work from Ryerson University and Masters of Social Work from York University.   Kirsti Clarida has been a proud Registered Veterinary Technician since graduating from Seneca College in 1999. With service in small animal, emergency, and locum veterinary practice, she brings a wealth of experience to her current role as Coordinator of the Veterinary Technician Program at Seneca College. She is also the former Communications Manager of the Ontario Association of the Veterinary Technicians (OAVT) creating campaigns to increase awareness of the important roles RVTs play in veterinary medicine in Ontario. Kirsti continues to advocate for RVTs in her roles as Vice-President of the OAVT and President of the Ontario Veterinary Technician Educators. Links and...

About Today's Show In today's episode, we speak with the coordinator of the Seneca College Veterinary Technicians Program, Kirsti Clarida. While so many of our students are studying remotely during the pandemic, others need to come to class to fulfill the requirements of their programs.  The Veterinary Technicians Program is one such program.  But how can students, and their faculty, to come to campus and keep everyone safe?  Our guest has the answer. Also in this episode, we talk about: 1.  The role technology played in helping deliver the essentials of the program, in addition to the in-person component. 2.  How innovations to the program, as a result of the pandemic, actually enhanced the experience of the students. 3.  Hank!  (Kirsti's dog!) About Today's Guest, Kirsti Clarida Kirsti Clarida is the coordinator of the Veterinary Technician Program at Seneca College’s King Campus, and has been a proud Registered Veterinary Technician since graduating from Seneca in 1999.  With service in small animal, emergency and locum veterinary practice, she brings a wealth of experience to her role at Seneca. She is also the former Communications Manager of the Ontario Association of Veterinary Technicians (OAVT) creating campaigns to increase awareness of the important roles RVTs play in veterinary medicine in Ontario. Kirsti continues to advocate for RVTs in her roles as Vice-President of the OAVT and President of the Ontario Veterinary Technician Educators. Important Links and Contact Information All COVID-19 related information, questions or concerns should be sent to health@senecacollege.ca For Updates on Seneca's Policies Regarding COVID-19, visit here: https://inside.senecacollege.ca/health This Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts! #SenecaProud Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, which means it's available pretty much wherever you get your podcasts.   Click here to subscribe. While you're there, please give us a rating and leave a comment.  It really helps get our podcast found. Thanks for listening!   Pat Perdue

October is Registered Veterinary Technician Month and the Urban Zoo is celebrating the approximately 9,000 RVTs across Canada. Bill also talks with dog sled race announcer and team handler, Chrissy Halliday, in the home of Western Canada's longest running Winter Games, Prince Albert, Saskatchewan.

Chance encounters and accidental conversations often lead to big opportunities.  That certainly is true for Paige Allen, an Indiana-based Registered Veterinary Technician whose professional journey has been filled with career altering adventures, including recently becoming only the second veterinary technician ever to serve as President of the North American Veterinary Community (NAVC) Board of Directors.  … Continue reading “Accidental Conversations Got Me Where I am Today” – Paige Allen, MS, RVT →

GUEST: Heather Sartorelli is a Registered Veterinary Technician, Fear Free Certified and the Lead Consultant with Sartorelli Consulting Services. She specializes in helping spay/neuter clinics, moving them to a high-quality, high-volume level by working closely with the surgical and management teams. She has 18 years of spay/neuter experience and 10 years of shelter experience. She has worked as manager of Clinic Mentorship Programs for Humane Alliance/ASPCA Spay Neuter Alliance and as the medical manager and lead surgery technician at SPCA Tampa Bay. MAIN QUESTION: What advice would you have for clinics to function effectively and efficiently amid this current public health crisis? TAKEAWAYS: * Make sure staff is feeling safe and healthy. You can do this in a number of ways: ~ Hold a brief team meeting to start each day where people can share concerns and information. ~ Cross-train to be able to better handle absences. ~ Be supportive of staff who don’t feel comfortable doing a task for safety reasons. ~ Create a culture that doesn’t tolerate gossip. ~ Make change easier to embrace by making it fun (the new policy bingo game Heather mentioned is an example). ~ Practice recommended workplace COVID-19 prevention measures. ~ Create visual reminders and provide supplies throughout the facility that make compliance with coronavirus safety measures easy. This might include 6-foot markings on the floor of high traffic areas, multiple cleanings of common areas throughout the workday, and providing Plexiglas or clear shower curtain dividers to provide separation of work areas. * Create a safe environment for client and patient interactions: ~ Go paperless as much as possible ~ Implement an efficient tight process for curbside intake and discharge, including after-care instructions. ~ Put simple, clear process details online so that clients know what to expect. LINKS: * Heather Sartorelli’s Clinic Mentorship Services: https://clinicmentorshipservices.com  * Scheduling apps: ~ Clinic HQ https://clinichq.com, which offers a free year if organization has received a #SpayTogether grant ~ TimeTap https://www.timetap.com ~ 10to8 https://10to8.com  * Bingo card sample for helping staff adopt new policies and procedures https://www.humanenetwork.org/resources. It's under the Leadership section of the Resources page. * Recommended workplace COVID-19 prevention measures from the CDC https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/office-buildings.html  * Clicker training for cats: ~ Bruce the Clicker Trained Cat’s Adoption Promotion Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t0jSKt-UEAQ  ~ Free PDF: Jackson Galaxy’s Cat Positive Program: Teach Your Cat (or Foster Feline) to High-Five (and more!) https://www.jacksongalaxy.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/CatPawsitiveTrainingAtHome-compressed.pdf  ~ Book: "Clicker Training for Cats by Karen Pryor https://www.amazon.com/Clicker-Training-Karen-Pryor-Books/dp/1890948144  Recorded Aug. 4, 2020.

Kendra the Vet Tech talks with Registered Veterinary Technician, Christen, about being a zoo vet tech. Want to get into zoo medicine? Join us for a great episode full of tips, tricks and what to expect on the road to becoming a zoo vet tech!

Tripawds Podcast Episode #93: Pet Health Insurance! Nobody wants it, yet every pet parent needs it. But which company is best? Finding the cheapest plan is NOT the answer. Find out why, and learn all about pre-existing conditions for amputee dogs and cats. Also learn the importance of requesting a Medical History Review when selecting pet insurance on this episode of Tripawd Talk Radio. Recorded February 27, 2020.Doug Kenney DVM, Your Pet Insurance GuideDr. Kenney is a retired general practice veterinarian and a leading veterinary expert on pet health insurance. To help pet parents make good choices about pet insurance, Dr. Kenney wrote the book Your Guide To Understanding Pet Health Insurance, which helps pet owners understand how pet insurance works and guides them through research to make an informed pet insurance company decision. He blogs and podcasts about pet insurance on his website, Your Pet Insurance Guide: http://www.PetInsuranceGuideUS.comJanna Mahan, Director of Claims, Embrace Pet InsuranceAfter 15 years working as a Registered Veterinary Technician, Jenna joined Embrace as a Claims Adjuster in 2011. Jenna was promoted to lead, then manager, and was made Director of claims and Chief Underwriter in 2017, overseeing nearly 50 members of the claims team. Jenna is responsible for implementing time saving system changes and advancements that get Embrace policyholder’s claims' processed quickly and efficiently. Learn more at http://www.embracepetinsurance.comFind more helpful articles and episodes about selecting the best pet health insurance for Tripawds at https://tripawds.com/tag/pet-insurance/Find all Tripawd Talk Radio episodes and get your free gift for listeners at https://tripawds.com/radioSupport the show (https://tripawds.com/support)

The Pet Peeves Podcast is a pet health and welfare information podcast hosted by me, Registered Veterinary Technician and Stand Up Comedian, Albert Escobedo. This episode is proud to welcome comedian, Travis van Rijn. Travis originally from Northern California is one of the first comedians I did stand up with in LA. He is a very funny comic who does shows all around the city. He also hosts a great show in The Hollywood Hotel. We talk about LA comedy, life in general, and Travis's love for rats that I happen to share. We talk rats and then we talk about a bunch of other random stuff. I want a pet rat so bad. Ever since I saw the Greenmile.

Meet Deborah Reeder, a Texas-based Registered Veterinary Technician who transitioned from a 10-year career as a flight attendant to a successful career as an equine veterinary technician. Deb’s experiences reflect insights and life lessons she’s garnered during her more than 30 years serving in veterinary medicine, including working in equine rehabilitation, anesthesia and intensive care; … Continue reading Be the Astronaut of Your Own Life →

In this episode, Registered Veterinary Technician and VTS Dental Specialist Jan tells us all about the importance of professional teeth cleaning and explains to us why we should take dental procedures seriously and take care of our furry friends mouth!

In the first episode of Season 2, Priya chats with Humza, also known as his drag avatar, MangHoe Lassi. The two chat about how he found his love for drag, and what inspires those striking drag looks. Priya asks Humza the secret to his incredible makeup skills, and he shares the inspiration behind his looks. Humza shares his experiences at DragCon and what an important space it has been for him. Later, he gets real about his struggle embracing his Muslim identity in light of his queer identities, and reveals the message he hopes to send to audiences through his art. They wrap up with a discussion of what's next for Humza, including what looks he wants to try next — and the truth about why he recently shaved his head! **About the guest:** Humza A. Mian aka Manghoe Lassi is a queer Canadian-Pakistani who currently resides in the GTA. He is a Registered Veterinary Technician who works in the downtown core, and a drag queen who has made a big splash on social media over the last year. The focus of his drag is to bring awareness to the existence of queer Desi folk and breaking the chains of toxic masculinity that hold so many queer Desi’s back from expressing themselves. With the help of brands run primarily by PoC, Humza has branched into the world of commercial makeup artistry and is currently focusing on representing brands that encourage diversity and inclusion. His most current drag looks can be seen on Instagram (@_humzer) and are heavily influenced by his cultural background.

Each of these six RVT's has a unique story to share; which is fitting and should be encouraging to others who want to work in this field. There is not just one path that you have to take to obtain success. And the stories these ladies tell is not representative even of the only paths one can take, either. We are sure there are plenty of others out there who would also have their own unique tale to tell. We should start by stating that our ultimate goal with any employee that comes to us without previous experience is to have them work their way up our version of the corporate ladder. That means starting as a kennel attendant: that gives us the opportunity to observe their work ethic and for them to learn about things like: pet behaviors, proper restraint for treatments and services, medications and how to properly administer some of them and what our hospital’s unique culture is and how to not only work within that culture, but to be a positive contributor to it, as well. Successful kennel attendants have the opportunity given to them to move into our reception team. Whereas the work in kennel is 90% focused on animal-related issues, that gets flipped in reception to 90% working with those pets’ human owners. The work and tasks that got touched on previously, are now more fully saturating their knowledge-base in reception, as these staff members have to effectively communicate so many situations and topics to our clients. For those who want to make the subsequent move into our treatment area, their communication and knowledge skills are thoroughly analyzed before they are able to be looked at for that move. Our hospital prides itself on “practicing what we preach” with this recipe for success. Currently, 4 people in our treatment staff worked previously in reception at APCC and 4 worked in kennel. Out of our 8 receptionists, 4 of them previously worked in kennel. We absolutely feel the benefits of this experience within our hospital. That extends not only to each individual’s level of knowledge with a myriad of things, but also with how well our staff works together… which is of the utmost importance to our success. Amanda, the first person you hear from in this episode, started at our hospital as a 17 year old, still attending high school, as a part time kennel attendant. Amanda was actually one of the very few who got asked to become one of our treatment staff members without spending any time as a receptionist. She spent about 2 years working in treatment before she started going to school to further her abilities here. Kaitlin came to us as an experienced technician from another local hospital. She knew during her senior year in high school that this was what she wanted to do. Following time at Saddleback College, she started working at a local veterinary hospital before she enrolled in a specialty school and took her state and national tests to become an RVT. Hunter came to our hospital from working in clothing retail and made the jump to working as part of our kennel team. It didn’t take long for everyone to recognize her superior customer service skills and she moved into reception. Hunter was one of those people who got moved as a tremendous member of the reception team into the treatment team. She spent roughly 3 years as a technician before she completed her schooling and passed her tests to become an official RVT. Cristie’s path was completely unique in comparison to the others here. She actually went to Saddleback and transferred to Cal Poly Pomona and obtained her bachelor’s degree in animal health science. While she was at Cal Poly Pomona, she completed 4 separate internships in animal hospitals. Independently, she took the state and national tests following that and became a Registered Veterinary Technician prior to becoming part of the APCC team. Lauren also has a very unique path unlike her fellow RVT’s. We met Lauren as she inquired about completing her internship for a local veterinary university. She was welcomed into APCC to complete her required hours as an unpaid intern. During that time, the feeling of wanting to take our working relationship with Lauren to the next level was mutual. We hired her immediately following her graduation and shortly thereafter, she took and passed her tests to become an RVT. Samantha rounds out our conversations on the podcast, fittingly. She is the longest running member of the hospital staff, outside of the Owner, Dr. Wheaton. Samantha was hired as a receptionist way back in the summer of 2005. She had already “paid her dues” as a kennel person, having worked at a grooming facility during her high school years. It wasn’t long before Samantha was forcing the conversation to look at moving her into the treatment team, based on her desire to be a technician as well as her overall fantastic work ethic and ability to work well with everyone: staff and clients alike. Nothing has changed since her move to treatment: Samantha remains an excellent example of what Alicia Pet Care Center has always stood for in its core values: providing the absolute best care for our patients while being extremely dedicated to assisting in the education of our clients on the how’s and why’s of our doctors’ plans for treatment.

Tripawds Podcast Episode #73: Learn all about the best pain management practices, techniques and latest developments for treating post-op amputation pain in cats. Discover tricks for pilling a cat, and much more! Stephen Cital, RVT, SRA, RLAT, VTS- Lab Animal Medicine, is a renowned veterinary nurse and educator with a focus on veterinary anesthesia, exotic animal care and education for veterinary nurses. Stephen originally studied to become a registered human nurse but turned to veterinary medicine when he found animals more enjoyable to work with than people. He is a Registered Veterinary Technician, a Surgical Research Anesthetist and a Registered Laboratory Animal Technician, among many other significant professional accomplishments. Stephen is Executive Director for the Academy of Laboratory Animal Veterinary Technicians and Nurses, holding a VTS credential in Research Anesthesia. He is from the Silicon Valley where he works in a clinical setting as well as with several veterinary research organizations. Stephen also holds positions at the Oakland Zoo and the San Francisco Zoo! Stephen enjoys writing and teaching, serves on advisory boards for local Vet Tech colleges, is on the Aratana Technician Council of Pain Experts, is an Advisory Board member for PhytoAnimal Health, and is COO for the Veterinary Anesthesia Nerds and Veterinary Cannabis Academy Facebook and webpages. Visit StephenCital.com for more information about Stephen's work, speaking schedule and latest invention. Find more helpful pet amputation resources at Tripawds.com. More Tripawds Pain Management Posts & Podcasts Support the show (https://tripawds.com/support)