Blogs & Peer Reviewed Articles
Handling Stress and Building Emotional Resilience as an Equine RVT
Working with horses requires a particular kind of presence. They are sensitive, perceptive animals, attuned to subtle changes in body language, tone, and energy. In equine veterinary medicine, this sensitivity shapes daily work and influences how care is delivered. For Registered Veterinary Technologists (RVTs), learning to move calmly, think clearly, and adapt to changing situations […]
Survive & Thrive: A Veterinary Technology Student’s Survival Guide
Veterinary Technology programs can be exciting, intense, and incredibly rewarding. Students learn a wide range of academic, clinical, and professional skills in just two short years, often balancing full class schedules with labs, practicums, part- or full-time jobs, and their personal lives. The pace can feel overwhelming at times, but each step of the […]
How to Find a Healthy Work-Life Balance in Veterinary Medicine
As an RVT, long hours, emotional stress, and fast-paced environments can make it difficult to maintain balance in veterinary medicine. Protecting your time and well-being is essential for a fulfilling career as a Registered Veterinary Technologist (RVT).
Understanding the Challenges of Work-Life Balance in Veterinary Medicine
Your work as an RVT is more […]
The Many Lives of Exotic RVTs
How Registered Veterinary Technologists Deliver Species-Specific Care, Advocate for Animal Welfare, and Provide Specialized Support for Some of the Most Unconventional Patients.
Vocal bullfrogs, sugar gliders, snakes, parrots, and hedgehogs are just a few of the exotic companion animals becoming more common in veterinary clinics, wildlife centers, and shelters. Each animal brings a unique set of challenges […]
Caring for Pets in Crisis: The Vital Role of RVTs in Shelter Medicine.
For some Registered Veterinary Technologists (RVTs), their day starts in clinical settings with wellness exams, surgery prep, and dietary recommendations. But for those in municipal shelters, the reality is far different.
Shea Lee, an RVT who has spent the last decade working at the City of Edmonton’s Animal Care and Control Centre explained how […]
Canadian-Made: Pet Brands and Companies That Support Our Industry
As tariff restriction information develops, the ABVTA believes in and stands behind Canadian pet products and companies. Supporting local brands helps strengthen our industry by sustaining businesses that employ RVTs and other valued members in the veterinary profession.
Across the country, Canadian brands are producing high-quality pet foods, treats, health products, grooming supplies, […]