The Dangers of Vet School

Vet school is a dangerous place, it really is. From day one we get taught the safe way to do things and it should all probably be incorporated into a separate module called ‘How not to get killed by your patients’.

It could be the obvious like getting bitten by a grumpy, or a swift kick from a ill mannered pony… Or you could be me and catch an innocuous disease and end up hospitalised.

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Vetstart is pleased to introduce our three new student bloggers

We’d like to introduce you to Alison Price, Joe Barrington and Daisy McInnerney who will be writing about their experiences at vet school.

If you’d like to join them, submit a guest blog or if you simply want to know more, please e-mail jonathan@vetstream.com.

All of our regular contributors receive free Vetstream access.

Ever fancied operating on a lion?

Sixteen British vet students will soon be on television operating on a range of exotic animals in Safari Vet School. The students have no prior experience with exotic animals, and for some of them it will be the first time encountering such animals.

The show is to air on ITV1 in the UK. For more information and clips visit Safari Vet School.

Finances getting on top of you? Vetlife has some pointers

Vetlife has a vet student specific guide on handling financial woes while at university. A majority of students find themselves struggling with money, but vet students have it roughter than most.

There’s help at hand. Visit Vetlife for practical advice on what you can do to settle your money, as well as additional support for other stressful situations.

Articles 42 and 43 now live

The Veterinary Business Briefing provides great insight into practice management and the reality of veterinary practice once you enter the working world.

Articles 42 and 43 can now be accessed for free by Vetstart members.

Visit the Veterinary Business Briefing to learn more.

It’s a good time to get a little money off

With money tight and Christmas adding more financial strain, students literally can’t afford to miss good offers when they’re presented.

If you’re stumped for present ideas this Christmas or simply want to get some money off, take a look at the offers on StudentMoneySaver.com

London Vet School holds veterinary baking competition

Veterinary cakes aren’t the sort of cake you’ll see in most shops. Graphic, delicious and detailed, they clearly took a lot of time and effort to bake.

The winner was Esme Rowly whose cake was a Cow caesarian section.

See the full list of entrants on Photobucket.

Delegation from the China Animal Disease Control Centre visit Bristol Vet School

The delegation met to discuss research activities and share information on disease control in farm animals. As the agricultural sector in China develops, the need for responsible veterinary practice is paramount.

Dr. Becky Whay, Head of Animal Welfare and Behaviour at the School of Veterinary Science commented:
“Agriculture in China is growing at a phenomenally fast rate and this was a great opportunity for us to share knowledge and experiences about farm animal welfare, control of infectious disease and public health.”

Experience and confidence play a major role in securing your place

Getting into vet school is notoriously difficult, and even when studying it takes passion, determination and intelligence to stay ahead. But what really gets students selected and keeps them ahead of their class?

Read Holland Sentinel for an article by Dr. Eric Heitman. How much do you agree?

BVA partners with London Vet Show to provide Careers Fair

The BVA will be providing an exclusive Careers Fair to BVA members at the London Vet Show on 24-25th November. The Fair is ideal for last year-students and graduates. BVA members also receive a 10% discount on the entrance fee.

The London Vet Show is an exciting conference with a lot of opportunities for students and graduates. If you’re attending please stop by our pod at Stand P35.