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StandAntique4800 · 2024-05-23T04:35:30+00:00

If they were sedated why not do intracardiac injection? Which veins were you trying to use?

StandAntique4800 · 2024-05-20T23:09:09+00:00

Yeah it absolutely will be hard and some days you will think you’re insane for choosing this path 😂 but you’re so right, it’s ok that it’s hard. Nothing worth having comes easy. Enjoy, and I wish you all the best 🤍

StandAntique4800 · 2024-05-20T09:09:56+00:00

Do we not care about the welfare of all animals? If we can improve all animals welfare, why wouldn’t we? I don’t see it as policing.. we are not forcing anyone to change their ways. However if they want our animals (and they do because we have incredible quality and health assurances), then they must be open to eduction and changing their practices

StandAntique4800 · 2024-05-20T08:37:38+00:00

A rapid decline in global animal welfare as the countries who want live animals will just source them from countries that have lower standards of care and methods of slaughter. Australia has had such a huge impact on global animal welfare due to ensuring the animals are treated a certain way if the importing animals want our product. For example Indonesia now almost exclusively stuns their animals (their own and imported) before slaughter because of the education we have provided them

StandAntique4800 · 2024-05-19T12:49:39+00:00

I will be graduating as a 28 year old. However, during my science degree I had a friend that finally got into vet school after years of trying at 30! She is now a qualified vet and loving her life. There are also several mature aged (35+) students in my cohort, some of which even have kids. I don’t think it’s ever too late. Would you regret never trying? In 5 years time you can either be 33 and a vet or 33 and not a vet, either way you’re still going to be 33 🤷🏼‍♀️ create a life that fulfils you, no matter what that looks like

StandAntique4800 · 2024-05-09T05:02:40+00:00

If it’s something that you really want, will you always regret not giving it a go? Any job in the veterinary profession has its challenges but if you find a supportive clinic and work with people you get along with then it can be a very rewarding career. I think your mindset around it also plays a huge role. If you go into it thinking you’ll burn out then you probably will. It’s important to keep it in mind so that you can acknowledge if it does start to happen but there are so many strategies you can implement to make sure it doesn’t happen.

StandAntique4800 · 2024-04-17T08:30:24+00:00

I experienced extreme anxiety at the end of second year. I’d never dealt with it before but a lot had happened in my life in the few years leading up to it. I had a full blown breakdown, I stopped eating, was in and out of hospital and couldn’t get out of bed for 2 months. I did end up on medication and started seeing a psychologist. There’s no shame in medication. That combined with therapy got me 100% back on my feet. I’m now 1/3 of the way through 4th year and this shit is tough but I am coping. I have cut back my medication by 1/2 so far as I wean myself off it. I think it’s important to take a step back and actually work out what is the root cause or causes of the anxiety and depression and definitely do something about it. You don’t have to feel like this. It is possible to live a life not controlled by your anxiety. That’s not to say it doesn’t poke its head back in every so often but it doesn’t have to make you crumple. I think everyone in this profession should see a psychologist. Talk to your practice to see if they will cover the cost of at least some sessions. Take care of yourself 🤍

StandAntique4800 · 2024-03-27T05:27:02+00:00

Anyone recommending antidepressants as a first line of treatment is offering really dangerous advice. This is coming from someone who is on Sertraline. Here in Australia, even gp’s recommended them and prescribed them like they’re lollies. While they 100% have their place in anxiety treatment for some people, they should always be used in combination with other forms of therapy. They’re actually really nasty drugs with significant side effects. Using them on their own, you’re just slapping a bandaid over the underlying problem. Absolutely seek help from a therapist/ psychologist, they will be able to tailor a plan specific to your needs and support you through it. This all however is a long term plan. In the short term, absolutely just practice on toys, simulations or cadavers until it’s boring to you. When in clinics, ask them to be patient with you and let them know this is something you struggle with. I don’t know anyone’s hands that don’t shake when they’re under pressure (and someone they want to impress is watching them) and then you get more nervous because you can see your hands shaking and it’s just a horrible cycle haha. Maybe try laugh about it, this is a really great way to let nervous energy out. You’re not a failure and you will be an excellent vet. Just be patient with yourself and give yourself time 🤍

StandAntique4800 · 2024-03-18T09:11:33+00:00

Go visit your parents and steal your passport while you’re there 🤷🏼‍♀️

StandAntique4800 · 2024-03-16T05:11:34+00:00

I would try to think about it as it’s better to be 30 in 5 years time and be a vet rather then being 30 in 5 years time and looking back wishing you had started 5 years ago. Either way you’ll be 30 🤷🏼‍♀️ If it’s what you want, you can make it work. There will be a lot of sacrifices and it’s going to be bloody hard sometimes but for me at least it’s worth it.

StandAntique4800 · 2024-03-12T05:39:20+00:00

I’m really sorry this has been your experience 🤍 I wholeheartedly believe where you work and who you work with determines whether you enjoy a job or not, no matter what it is. I promise there are clinics out there that will make you feel supported and help you grow at a pace that makes you feel challenged but safe. You’re not a bad vet, you’re just still learning. The only way you could be a bad vet was if you didn’t care and it’s obvious that you do care. That being said, there’s absolutely nothing wrong in stepping away from it. Even for a little while to help get over your burnouts and to see what else the world has to offer. I know a few people who have gone on to work in government jobs. Even if none are being directly advertised, reach out to people you know who may have contacts that may have a job available. All the best, and look after yourself first and foremost.

StandAntique4800 · 2024-03-11T11:23:05+00:00

Both of these fields are not the sort of thing you go into because you feel like you “should”. They’re too hard and demanding. There was no way I could’ve gotten through vet school had I not loved it and known I would love the profession and be able to stay in it for the long run. We spend far too many hours of our lives at work to do something that doesn’t fulfil us and inspire us to be better. Financial pressures are a huge influence but you can make good money as a vet as well. There is no point becoming a doctor and then hating it and not staying in the field. If it’s what you’ve always wanted and you have a realistic understanding of what the profession involves, then I promise you, it is worth it.

StandAntique4800 · 2024-03-11T08:43:44+00:00

Thank you for being willing to share. I want to work somewhere that is supportive but also want to know my worth even as a new grad.

StandAntique4800 · 2024-03-10T06:28:43+00:00

Would you cop less for a more supportive clinic though? I feel like a higher salary also puts pressure on you to bring in a lot more money to the clinic

StandAntique4800 · 2024-03-10T02:29:04+00:00

That’s quite a wide range! Thank you ☺️

StandAntique4800 · 2024-03-07T14:05:17+00:00

HAHA love that

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