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Most vets knew what we wanted to be when we were young. For me, it’s part of my identity, one of my earliest memories. I can’t remember a time when I didn’t know that I would be a veterinarian. I pictured a house on a hill where I saw patients and lived with my family, a field for the horses I would have, a long dirt driveway and a quiet life. I named my practice and presented it for career day in 8thgrade. I figured out the real life costs of running it for a project as a senior in high school. In college, I made contacts in Montana for hay, equipment and land. I spent summers working on thoroughbred farms and discussed future jobs as a track vet. I had my life planned and a path to take. Then, after two years of college, I got into vet school.

Within months of starting, I realized I had no idea what being a vet actually looked like, and all of my very well thought out, carefully planned ideas came tumbling down. I could have never imagined the wild ride I was in for and what it actually meant to be a veterinarian. After my didactic years, I entered clinics focused on seeing small animals, not horses. I cancelled externships, burned bridges and turned my plans upside down. Now, more than ten years later, I run a small animal practice in the town where I grew up. It’s not down a dirt road in Big Sky, Montana and I don’t see horses in Ocala, Florida, but it fills every bucket in my soul that my childhood dream set up.

I’ve always known that I wanted to be a vet. Most of us are born knowing. What I didn’t know was what that would look like. In this blog, I’ll share stories from my own career, as well as those from colleagues across the country. You’ll hear about wild patients, even wilder clients, dark nights, dangerous house calls, new beginnings, and incredible feats of strength. The glamorous, the dirty, the tragic, the brilliant. You’ll hear from not just veterinarians, but from support staff, too. Hopefully, it brings us all together and paints a picture of just what it means to be a veterinarian.

Shedding Light on World Cancer Day for Our Furry Friends

Shedding Light on World Cancer Day for Our Furry Friends

Shedding Light on World Cancer Day for Our Furry Friends On World Cancer Day, we turn our attention to a pressing issue affecting pets worldwide—cancer. Just like in humans, cancer can strike our furry friends, making awareness, early detection, and timely treatment...

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A Guide to Safe Thanksgiving Foods for Your Pet

A Guide to Safe Thanksgiving Foods for Your Pet

A Guide to Safe Thanksgiving Foods for Your Pet Thanksgiving is coming up, so include your dogs in the festivities and cook a nice feast for your loved ones. In this blog article, we'll walk you through some safe Thanksgiving recipes so your four-legged friend may eat...

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Pumpkin for Pets: Fall’s Nutritional Superfood

Pumpkin for Pets: Fall’s Nutritional Superfood

Pumpkin for Pets: Fall's Nutritional Superfood A cool breeze and changing leaves indicate fall, which means one seasonal favorite for everyone—pumpkins! Even if you enjoy pumpkin-flavored goodies, have you ever considered whether pumpkin is good for and safe for your...

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Choking Hazards for Pets – What to Look Out For

Choking Hazards for Pets – What to Look Out For

Choking Hazards for Pets - What to Look Out For As pet owners, we must always ensure our pets are safe. We provide them with food, sufficient exercise, and love and affection. Choking is a risk, nevertheless, one we frequently ignore. Pets can choke on objects too...

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Keep Your Pet Hydrated During the Summer

Keep Your Pet Hydrated During the Summer

Keep Your Pet Hydrated During the Summer Pet owners must be on the lookout for dehydration in their beloved pets as summer draws closer. During these hotter months, heat exhaustion and dehydration are significant causes for concern because they can result in serious...

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We are happy to welcome you back into our building for appointments with our doctors! Following the most recent recommendations, masks are no longer required inside, but our staff is happy to wear them if you prefer, just let us know during your visit. We ask that ALL appointments continue to call to check in from the parking lot as this has greatly reduced lobby traffic, leading to less stressful visits for our more timid patients. We continue to be glad to accommodate curbside appointments at your request.