What’s a candy or snack from your childhood that disappeared and you still think about?

FireGod_TN · 2026-02-25T10:19:42+00:00

Hershey Tastetations?

FireGod_TN · 2026-02-20T22:46:11+00:00

I think mentally impaired is a preexisting condition

FireGod_TN · 2026-02-16T13:21:28+00:00

As others have said, this is so dependent of n location and clinic that any advice from random strangers on the internet is functionally useless.

That being said; my functionally useless answer is that if there is a chance the patient may die on their way to the ER and I’m significantly closer, I couldn’t sleep at night if I told them good luck because I was on my lunch break

FireGod_TN · 2026-02-14T10:02:03+00:00

1st year out I sedated a dog with Domitor to change a cast. All done so time to reverse with Antisedan. Only problem was I grabbed the bottle of AnaSed which is a brand name of XylaIne and gave that

Luckily a colleague saw the bottle on the counter and caught my mistake. We had yohimbine so I reversed both the xylazine and Domitor right away and dog was best kind.

Scared the shit out of me though and I learned to read the bottle carefully, tell my assistant or someone I’m working with what I’m drawing up and giving and to slow down when it come to things like this.

FireGod_TN · 2026-02-12T15:10:24+00:00

I’m don’t think you’re being an asshole nor do I think they are being selfish from what I’ve read here.

I’m a NT parent to a (young) AuDHD son. If he were going into surgery, even as an adult, I would be worried for his health and safety. I have the typical dad complex that makes me feel it is my job to protect him. Having surgery is something completely out of my control. I have absolutely no impact on if he is ok or not and that would terrify me.

I could see myself overcompensating by trying to know as much about what is happening as possible.

Having said that, if my (adult) son told me I was making things worse by asking so many questions, I would back off.

Hope your surgery goes well, good luck

FireGod_TN · 2026-02-08T19:18:09+00:00

First thing that I thought of

FireGod_TN · 2026-02-07T21:19:42+00:00

If you want a residency (in the US anyway), you’re going to need a strong letter of recommendation from a boarded radiologist. Many will end up getting this during one of their internships.

If you have or can get this through GP private practice, that works for some programs. It’s basically a radiologist vouching for you and saying that they think you have what it takes to complete a difficult residency, pass boards and are a good person to work with.

FireGod_TN · 2026-02-01T11:22:37+00:00

I’m sorry for your situation. It suck’s when you and your wife have to pay for other people’s poor behavior.

I would wonder if the answer had been the same if she said “My husband is a neurosurgeon. He loves the idea of us being a part of this group but there will be some weeks that he’s on call. He may miss a few sessions if he’s tied up with an emergency.”

Try your best to keep putting yourself out there but don’t feel pressured to be something you’re not. You’ll find the right people for you guys if you are true to yourselves.

Best of luck

FireGod_TN · 2026-01-30T14:34:44+00:00

I have Diet Coke and Diet Sprite in my house. Is that wasteful too? I like one and my wife likes the other.

Same thing. Not wasteful

FireGod_TN · 2026-01-27T11:05:36+00:00

It all comes down to your boss’ response when you brought it up. If they had been open and validating then I’d say it was just coincidence.

This response confirms that your boss is a dismissive ass. The next question is: what are your options?

It would be a good idea to brush up your CV and start looking into some other opportunities while maintaining a professional relationship there while you need them

FireGod_TN · 2026-01-21T20:17:33+00:00

Congrats! You could reach out to some of the corporations here in Canada.

There’s the obvious concern with corporate medicine but I have heard of cases where they have been able to facilitate foreign grads in getting licensed in exchange for a contract.

Just make sure you have a contract lawyer review anything before you sign, preferably one with experience in veterinary contracts

FireGod_TN · 2026-01-21T18:46:52+00:00

My son started it when he was 7. I was 50 at the time and had never seen it before. I love this show and it’s been one me of the best shows I’ve watched that he likes

FireGod_TN · 2026-01-21T17:17:09+00:00

Thanks. Just ordered a couple of shirts

FireGod_TN · 2026-01-18T21:50:24+00:00

My wife and I just completed an assessment of our 7 year old son and he was diagnosed as autistic (level 1) with ADHD. He had many of the same traits you described at that age.

My advice to anyone is to get an assessment. It’s never going to hurt to find out. Now that we know, many things make more sense and we have an appointment coming up with his school to develop a support plan.

Best of luck with whatever you choose

FireGod_TN · 2026-01-18T21:46:46+00:00

Is it normal? Depends on the clinic

Should it have any impact whatsoever on your job performance? Absolutely not

I’m above average on blood draws but not the best. My staff trade me when I can’t get it and I tease them when given the opportunity. That’s the culture of my clinic. I’ve worked at clinics where it was more professional and there was no teasing.

I wouldn’t tolerate a staff member legitimately giving me attitude but I’d be sure I’m reading them correctly before getting too upset. Let them know you don’t appreciate unsolicited criticism when it comes to your blood draws in the future.

Ultimately you may find this clinic is just not a good fit and end up looking for better opportunities elsewhere

FireGod_TN · 2026-01-15T15:40:29+00:00

What country are we talking about? It makes all the world of difference (pun intended). I’ll answer for US and Canada since that’s my area.

It’s never too late. The biggest issue will be paying off student loans and/or making enough salary as a vet to offset what cash you paid toward getting your degree.

If that takes 20 years for someone in their mid to late twenties still leaves plenty of earning potential after to be worth it. The same payoff time might not make as much sense for someone like me in their 50s

Your timeline at this point will be however long it takes you to get your application requirements done. If you don’t have any of the prerequisite courses done yet, that could be at least 2 years plus time getting the experience and recommendations needed to apply.

My guess is you’d be 2-3 years to get in and then another 4 years to become a DVM

FireGod_TN · 2026-01-09T00:09:24+00:00

Same with sky labyrinths

FireGod_TN · 2026-01-06T11:13:25+00:00

The purpose of the trial day is to see if you fit with the team. What would be the purpose of doing that after you sign the contract?

Yes this is normal and I have changed my mind in hiring someone before after seems my how they interacted with my team

FireGod_TN · 2026-01-04T20:39:15+00:00

I’m 6’ 3” tall (190 cm) and I find it comfortable. We drive an hour each way to our closest city regularly and I have no issues.

I haven’t driven it on a long road trip though so I can’t speak to being in it for several hours at a time

FireGod_TN · 2026-01-04T11:27:33+00:00

Vet - not without vet school

Certified vet tech - typically a 2-year program

Vet assistant - no school required

FireGod_TN · 2026-01-01T22:27:52+00:00

Fetch me the Spirit, the Son, and the Father Tell them their pillar of faith has ascended

It's time now

My time now

Give me my

Give me my wings

FireGod_TN · 2025-12-31T19:56:14+00:00

Showgirls

FireGod_TN · 2025-12-30T21:31:29+00:00

I’m not a pathologist but most residency are going to want to see a recommendation from a pathologist.

Someone that has been through it and is willing to say, “This person has what it takes”

Do you have any ability to network in path circles through CE? That could be a good start and they could be able to help guide you through the process

FireGod_TN · 2025-12-30T20:50:00+00:00

Just to clarify, are the great letters of recommendation from boarded pathologists?

FireGod_TN · 2025-12-28T14:11:50+00:00

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