Considering a career as a Veterinary Technician?

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of veterinary technologists and technicians is expected to grow 36 percent from 2008 to 2018. Click here to learn more.

Becoming an Animal Care Technician

Animal Care Technicians provide care for sick, injured or healthy animals ranging from domestic, farming to research animals. They provide fresh food, clean water, and adequate housing to animals. They bathe animals, clip hair, trim nails and attend to other grooming needs. They train the animals to be socialized with others as well as make […]

Becoming an Animal Chiropractor

Animal Chiropractors use hands-on manipulation techniques and other holistic treatment therapies to treat muscular and spinal problems of patient animals ranging from pets, livestock, to zoo, sporting, and other animals. These professionals use natural healing methods to enhance performance, function and quality of life of animals without administering surgery or drugs. They perform adjustments to […]

Becoming a Dog Breeder

Dog Breeders primarily provide care for dogs and work toward making breeds stronger. They may specialize in breeding dogs of a particular breed that are intended for a specific purpose such as show prospects, hunting dogs, or pets. They have a great deal of knowledge about the particular health problem that might be common with […]

Becoming an Animal Nutritionist

Animal Nutritionists play a key role to provide proper nutrition to the animals of all ages and types. They ensure that all dietary needs are met to the agricultural, domestic or zoo animals based on individual factors, such as age and breed as well as different environmental circumstances. These professionals are specialized to formulate diets […]

Becoming a Veterinary Nurse

Veterinary Nurses assist licensed veterinarian in the diagnosis and treatment of sick or injured animals. These professionals administer drugs, anesthetics and injections to the patient animals. They collect various samples of animals such as urine, blood, faeces etc. They evaluate the vital status of animals and prepare them for surgery. Besides, they take care of […]

Becoming an Animal Shelter Worker

The Animal Shelter Worker made sure to take in homeless dogs, cats, rabbits, rats and other pets to the shelter and look after them. They keep the pets clean and safe during their temporary stay at the shelter. They further watch the behavioral pattern of the pets so that they can let the potential buyers […]

Becoming a Pet Groomer

Pet Groomers are assigned with the task of giving perms. trims, teeth cleanings and nail clippings to pets. They normally work at various places, including Pet Stores, Animal Hospitals, Animal Shelters, hotels, resorts etc. They also get the option of starting their own business and providing service to the pet owners. The Pet Groomers must […]

Becoming a Farrier

A Farrier specializes in equine hoof care, which includes the trimming and balancing of horses’ hooves. Farrier uses blacksmith’s skills such as fabricating, adapting, and adjusting metal shoes with veterinarian’s skills. They are known as horse lovers. They read the pulse of the horses, care them and make them listen and obey. Farriers generally work […]

Becoming a Zookeeper

A Zookeeper does not manage the zoo. Rather, he manages the wild animals inside it as a friend, guardian, guide, protector and custodian. From elephants and lions to snakes, spiders and birds, Zookeeper takes care of everyone. The key duties of a Zookeeper include feeding the animals, grooming them, cleaning, sanitizing their living spaces, playing […]

Becoming a Veterinary Radiologist

Veterinary Radiologists can’t read the animal habits and behavior. Rather, they study what’s going on inside their bodies. They use non-invasive imaging technology, including radiographs (X-rays), CT scans, ultrasound, nuclear medicine imaging and MRIs to take photographs of animals’ internal organs to diagnose and treat various diseases. Like a traditional Radiologist, Veterinary Radiologists too capture […]