As most pet owners know, there are emergency rooms for animals just like there are for humans. This is where people take their dogs, cats, bunnies, rodents, birds and other furry or feathered friends when there has been a medical emergency that requires special attention, or when any accident or injury occurs after hours that can't wait until morning for the vet's office to open. Emergency specialists will work in this ER type of environment, while critical care specialists may also work in surgical environments. The veterinary technician specialists in emergency and critical care are there to handle all the complicated procedures that may be required when a pet is in dire straits.
Other Types of Vet Tech Specialists
There are several other types of vet tech specialists besides those in emergency and critical care. Here are some other veterinary technician specialists you may come across as a pet owner:
Anesthesiologist
The veterinary field of anesthesiology deals with the drugs and equipment used to put animals under for a surgical operation or to relieve extreme pain.
Behavior Specialists
It has become more common for people to be concerned with their animals' behavioral problems; just look at The Dog Whisperer!
Dermatology
Animals have skin that is very different from humans. Dog and cat owners must be especially concerned with their pets' potential skin allergies.
Surgery
From spaying and neutering to removing cysts and amputating legs to complex heart surgery, there are many operations that vet techs may need to assist with.
Although veterinary technicians aren't required to train in a specialized field, many students and working professionals choose to specialize. They know exactly what kind of job they want, and they're willing to take the extra steps to take it.
This is where people take their dogs, cats, bunnies, rodents, birds and other furry or feathered friends when there has been a medical emergency that requires special attention, or when any accident or injury occurs after hours that can't wait until morning for the vet's office to open. Emergency specialists will work in this ER type of environment, while critical care specialists may also work in surgical environments.
