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Some of the most important lessons of my veterinary career came from people who didn’t have DVM behind their name.During...
09/03/2026

Some of the most important lessons of my veterinary career came from people who didn’t have DVM behind their name.

During my internship, I worked alongside an incredible technician who had seen more overnight emergencies and helped more terrified interns than I could count.

She was calm when I wasn’t.

She knew what was coming before I did.

And she taught me things that no textbook ever could.

That experience completely changed how I think about mentorship!

Your career does not need one perfect mentor. You need a village, and sometimes the person who helps shape you into the veterinarian you become is standing right beside you.

Shoutout to the RVTs/LVTs/assistants who teach, guide, support, anticipate, troubleshoot, and help raise up generations of veterinarians. We see you!!

This story is part of this month’s private Vets on the Rise podcast episode on mentorship.

Check your inbox! Not subscribed? Head to our link in bio and subscribe through any freebie to catch next month’s episode.

We’ve already received DMs and emails from new Class of 2026 grads saying some version of:“I was promised mentorship… bu...
09/01/2026

We’ve already received DMs and emails from new Class of 2026 grads saying some version of:

“I was promised mentorship… but I don’t really have it.”

And honestly? This conversation matters.

Because mentorship is one of the biggest things vet students and new grad veterinarians look for when choosing their first job.

There is a huge difference between saying, “We mentor new grads,” and actually creating the time, structure, and psychological safety for someone to learn.

If you are feeling unsupported right now, we want you to know:

You are not behind.

You are not a burden.

And you are definitely not supposed to know everything on Day 1.

This month’s Vets on the Rise private podcast episode is a real conversation about mentorship... the kind we hope for, the kind we sometimes don’t get, and how to build a support system when the path isn’t as straightforward as you expected.

Check your inbox from this am’s drop. ❤️

And if you’re not on our email list yet, grab any freebie through the link in bio so you don’t miss next month’s episode.

P.S. - We added this mentorship episode to our New Vet Essentials course because it is THAT good!

Are you prepared for the appointment that suddenly becomes a stat? Because emergencies don’t only happen in the ER.Somet...
08/30/2026

Are you prepared for the appointment that suddenly becomes a stat? Because emergencies don’t only happen in the ER.

Sometimes they walk straight into general practice as a “not eating and lethargic” appointment.

You start your exam.

The gums are pale.

Something feels off.

So you grab the ultrasound probe.

Free abdominal fluid.

Now what?

A suspected hemoabdomen can quickly turn a routine GP appointment into a high-stakes case.

And as a new grad, it’s not just about recognizing the problem.

You also need to think through:

• What diagnostics you need next
• How to confirm the fluid is blood
• How to stabilize the patient
• What potential causes you’re considering
• Whether surgery is an option
• When referral makes sense
• What the prognosis could be
• And how to guide the owner through difficult decisions

Because sometimes the hardest part of the case isn’t identifying the problem.

It’s knowing what to do after you identify it.

That’s why we created our New Vet Jumpstart Guide Books (GP + ER).

We focus on helping new graduate veterinarians navigate real-world cases from clinical decision-making to treatment plans and client communication.

Our Surgery Case Bundle includes chapters from both books focused on surgery, a common new grad pain point. Check it out to see our approach to 5 common surgical cases, plus a bonus chapter on communicating with clients around surgical cases.

It’s a great way to see our teaching style and try our resources before jumping to our New Vet Jumpstart Guide books.

Bonus!? The add-on surgery course has surgical walk throughs of routine cases like a spay, neuter, and hernia repair! Perfect for second year vet students prepping for their first surgery.

Just remember…the appointments that don’t stay routine for long are the ones you want to feel prepared for.

Want more info on our Surgery Case Bundle?

👇 Comment SCALPEL and we’ll send the details straight to your DMs.

08/29/2026

I think we often picture career progression as a straight line.

A bigger title.
More responsibility.
The next promotion.
More money.
More prestige.
But sometimes, progression looks like leaving.

I once left behind a big role as a Medical Director. At one point, it was something I was proud of and excited about. But life changes, priorities change, and sometimes something that once felt right… just doesn’t anymore.

When your values are no longer aligned, it’s okay to acknowledge that, and it’s okay to move on.

Leaving a big role didn’t mean my career stopped progressing.

In fact, one of my biggest career highlights happened afterwards: I had the opportunity to speak at AVMA!!

That experience was such a reminder to me that sometimes we have to leave behind what is comfortable, or what looks good on paper, to make space for opportunities that align more closely with who we are and where we want to go.

A few things I’ve learned along the way:

✨ Put yourself out there. Opportunities don’t always come from staying in your comfort zone.

✨ Networking matters. One conversation, one introduction, or one connection can lead somewhere you never expected.

✨ If you have an idea, pursue it. Stop waiting until you feel completely ready.

For me, that meant leaning into social media and education.

Veterinary medicine needs more professionals willing to share accurate information, educate the public, and help combat misinformation. There is room for more voices here, and honestly, we need them now more than ever.

And for me personally, I realized that one of the things I care most deeply about is supporting vet students and new graduate veterinarians.

That’s why I co-created Vets on the Rise with my classmate: to build something that aligns with my mission of helping new grad vets thrive.

My career hasn’t been a straight line. There have been highs, lows, pivots, and moments where I’ve had to admit that something I worked hard for was no longer where I was meant to be… and that’s okay!

Leaving isn’t always giving up.

Sometimes it’s how you make room for what’s next. 🤍

What’s something that happened to you when you when y

If you’re a vet student or new grad, you do not need to know everything to earn a client’s trust. ❤️In fact, one of the ...
08/27/2026

If you’re a vet student or new grad, you do not need to know everything to earn a client’s trust. ❤️

In fact, one of the most trust-building things you can do is be honest when you don’t know something.

Partnership statements help shift the conversation from:

“I’m the vet, so I need to have all the answers.”

to:

“I’m the veterinary expert, you know your pet best, and we’re going to work through this together.”

Try phrases like:

🩺 “I’m not sure, but I don’t want to guess. Let me look into that for you, and we will figure this out together.”

🩺 “You know your pet better than anyone. Tell me what you’ve noticed.”

🩺 “Here’s what I recommend medically. Let’s talk through the options together.”

🩺 “Let’s come up with a plan that’s both medically appropriate and realistic for you.”

These statements don’t make you sound inexperienced. They make you sound trustworthy.

And honestly? Clients don’t expect you to know everything. They want to know that when you don’t know, you’ll be honest, curious, and committed to finding the answer.

You don’t have to be the vet who knows everything. Be the vet who makes people feel like they’re in good hands.

08/24/2026

Running an exam room is less about knowing everything and more about knowing how to keep things moving when you don’t. 😅

A few pearls I wish I’d learned sooner:

1. You don’t need to know everything. You need to know what to do next.

2. If you think “I’ll remember that,” write it down. You absolutely will not.

3. Taking a moment to think is not the same as being slow.

4. If you’re running behind, communicate it.

5. You don’t have to know everything. Stay calm, and please, use your technician as the teammate they are!

Nobody walks into their first exam room feeling like they have it all figured out. You get better by doing it, reflecting, and learning what works for you.

What’s one exam-room pearl you’d add?

There will be moments in practice when you don’t know.➡️ A diagnosis isn’t obvious.➡️ A client asks a question you weren...
08/23/2026

There will be moments in practice when you don’t know.

➡️ A diagnosis isn’t obvious.
➡️ A client asks a question you weren’t expecting.
➡️ You’re navigating a difficult conversation.
➡️ You need a second opinion.

These situations don’t mean you’re failing or not good enough. They mean you’re practicing medicine.

One of the most important things you can learn as a young veterinarian is that you don’t have to figure everything out alone. Knowing when to pause, communicate honestly, ask for help, and find the answer is a skill, and it’s one that builds both clinical confidence and client trust.

Because “I don’t know yet, but we are going to figure it out together” is very different from “I don’t know what I’m doing.”

Try turning “I don’t know” into partnership:

✅ “That’s a great question. I want to make sure I give you the most accurate answer, so let me look into that.”

✅ “I don’t have the answer right now, but let’s work through this together.”

✅ “There are a few possibilities here. Let me explain what I’m thinking and what I’d recommend we do next.”

✅ “I want to be thoughtful about this rather than guess. I’m going to gather a little more information and we’ll decide on the best next step together.”

✅ “I understand why you’re concerned. Here’s what I know, what I’m still figuring out, and what I recommend we do next.”

These phrases don’t make you sound less confident.

They show your client that you’re honest, thoughtful, and invested in their pet.

Sometimes, the most confident thing you can say is:

“I’m not sure yet. But I’m going to help you figure this out.”

We created our New Vet Essentials course to help with the parts of veterinary medicine that happen outside the textbook aka the mechanics of actually being a vet.

💬 Comment “ESSENTIALS” to learn more about our course and some mentorship support from two vets who get it. Mentorship can be spotty, and we are here for you!

It’s self-paced, virtual, and the link will give you a closer look at the course and all of the modules. DM us with any questions.

You’ve got this, and we’ve got you! 🫶🏻🤍

08/19/2026

We’re your new vet besties. 🫶🩺

The ones you can come to for the practical stuff they don’t teach you in vet school.

How to handle the difficult client.

How to navigate your first job.

What we wish we knew as new grads about spectrum of care with the most common cases.

How to make decisions when you’re second-guessing yourself.

How to survive the days when you wonder if you’re actually cut out for this.

But we also want to talk about the parts of veterinary medicine that don’t make it onto the highlight reel.

The hard days. The mistakes. The burnout. The doubts. The moments we’ve cried in the car. And the moments that remind us why we chose this profession in the first place.

Because we’ve both been there.

We’re still learning, figuring it out, and we definitely don’t have all the answers.

But we believe veterinarians deserve more support, more honesty, more community, and a lot less feeling like we have to figure everything out alone.

So if you’re a vet student, new grad, or early-career veterinarian looking for real advice from vets who get it, you’re in the right place. 🤍

Consider this your sign to send this to your vet bestie. 👯‍♀️

We’re here to lift each other up and make this profession a little better, one conversation at a time. 🐾 We are so glad you are here!!

The best veterinarians aren’t the ones who always have the answer.They’re the ones who can sit with a worried client and...
08/17/2026

The best veterinarians aren’t the ones who always have the answer.

They’re the ones who can sit with a worried client and say:
“I don’t know yet, but we’re going to figure it out together.”

Because when someone walks into your exam room scared, overwhelmed, or unsure of what to do next, they aren’t just looking for medical expertise. They’re looking for someone they can trust.

Yes…your knowledge, clinical skills and ability to diagnose and treat patients matters… but so does listening, honesty, remembering their pet’s name.

What else?

- explaining what’s happening without making someone feel stupid for asking.

- having the humility to say, “I need another opinion.”

Clients may not remember every medication you prescribed, but they’ll remember whether you made them feel heard, respected, and safe when everything felt scary.

Technical skills make you a veterinarian. Human skills make people trust you with the pets they love most.

These are the kinds of real-world skills we wish every new veterinarian could walk into their first job already knowing.

That’s exactly why we created our New Vet Jumpstart Guide books and New Vet Essentials course.

They are filled with practical tips, lessons, and “I wish someone had told me this” advice to help vet students and new grad veterinarians navigate the parts of veterinary medicine that don’t always come with a textbook.

If you’re a vet student getting ready for the real world or a new grad trying to find your footing, go check them out and save this post as a reminder.

📚 New Vet Jumpstart Guide books
🎓 New Vet Essentials Course (online, self paced)
🔗 Link in bio

Because you shouldn’t have to figure out all the real-world stuff alone. We have your backs!

08/10/2026

Clients don’t need you to be perfect.
They need to know you give a 💩.

You can know every differential diagnosis in the book, but if the client walks out thinking, “I don’t think my vet actually listened to me,” you’ve lost.

So listen. Actually listen.

Remember their dog’s name. Remember that their cat hates the carrier. Ask about the kid who was sick last time they were in. Call them when you said you would.

And when you don’t know something?
Say you don’t know.

You’d be amazed how much trust you build by saying, “I haven’t seen this before, but I’m going to figure it out.”

And when you’re recommending something expensive, stop acting like you’re personally charging them for it.

Explain what you’re recommending. Explain why. Give them the options. Let them make the decision.

Your job isn’t to convince them to spend money.

Your job is to make sure they understand what’s happening to their animal well enough to make a decision they can live with.

And one last thing: Don’t be afraid to say, “If this were my pet, this is what I would do.” And mean it when you use this line.

Because 10 years from now, you probably won’t remember the third vaccine appointment you did on a Monday in August.

But that client? They’ll remember the vet who made the worst day of their life feel a little less terrifying.

That’s how you build a career.

Not by being the smartest vet.

By being the vet people trust. 😚

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