About Veterinary Technology

Veterinary technology is study that deals with the care of animals and their duties which are likened to what a nurse does for a doctor. Veterinary technicians generally find work in private veterinarian offices or research laboratories. Veterinary technology graduates have the same job responsibilities as veterinarians and often spend time with pet owners, getting medical histories and giving instructions for post-office care. Their study program is intense and very demanding. Veterinary technology has generally established itself well in companion-animal and mixed-animal veterinary medical practice. Veterinary technicians technologists might advance their place in private practice by not only improving their clinical skills, but by also focusing on areas such as practice management, leadership training, business training, conflict resolution, information technology, and marketing communications.