Megzz
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Way better than watching Bondi Vet.
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i think this whole thing has gotn out of hand and i agree with the person who said it should be locked. but for difrnt resons 
hey everyone smile its 1 guy if we all picked on every aussie on tv im sure we would become to dislike tv
hey everyone smile its 1 guy if we all picked on every aussie on tv im sure we would become to dislike tv
Serpant_Lady
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Ok so my 2 cents
I have been absent from here for AGES but I did want to wade in a little bit mainly on the vet side of things...
SO my background is I'm studying currently, trying to get into vet. The course is 5 years where I am and that seems like a long time to most people but you're cramming in anatomy, physiology, pharmacology and diagnostics on dogs cats rats mice rabbits guinea pigs horses cattle sheep and camels plus a couple of others as well as stuff on actual clinical practice and dealing with clients etc. Reptiles are such a new thing to the 'mainstream' group of common pets that there is no specialist unit on them, nor are they really addressed in any of the other units other then a lecture or two unless your prof has a real interest.
Secondly practicing vets often refer to people with more experience or you just don't see them because of that continuing attitude ' the only good snake is a dead snake'. I can guarantee that if that had occurred where I live, someone would have blasted its head off with a shotgun. So yea while I still did have a good laugh that he couldn't identify what was pretty clearly a diamond, I don't really blame him. Today's graduating vets have to take it upon themselves to self educate where reptiles are concerned and longer term we need to change the course. Perhaps a 4 week intensive course for post-grads could help bring current vets up to speed? Or an elective unit for those interested?
Anyway in the here and now its about having a few good herp mates who you can ring and a vet who is willing to work with you as a team and go that extra mile to find the gold standard treatment if they are not sure. And I've got both!!!!
I have been absent from here for AGES but I did want to wade in a little bit mainly on the vet side of things...
SO my background is I'm studying currently, trying to get into vet. The course is 5 years where I am and that seems like a long time to most people but you're cramming in anatomy, physiology, pharmacology and diagnostics on dogs cats rats mice rabbits guinea pigs horses cattle sheep and camels plus a couple of others as well as stuff on actual clinical practice and dealing with clients etc. Reptiles are such a new thing to the 'mainstream' group of common pets that there is no specialist unit on them, nor are they really addressed in any of the other units other then a lecture or two unless your prof has a real interest.
Secondly practicing vets often refer to people with more experience or you just don't see them because of that continuing attitude ' the only good snake is a dead snake'. I can guarantee that if that had occurred where I live, someone would have blasted its head off with a shotgun. So yea while I still did have a good laugh that he couldn't identify what was pretty clearly a diamond, I don't really blame him. Today's graduating vets have to take it upon themselves to self educate where reptiles are concerned and longer term we need to change the course. Perhaps a 4 week intensive course for post-grads could help bring current vets up to speed? Or an elective unit for those interested?
Anyway in the here and now its about having a few good herp mates who you can ring and a vet who is willing to work with you as a team and go that extra mile to find the gold standard treatment if they are not sure. And I've got both!!!!
ToadCountry
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PhilK - you are a vet student.
Fact.
You have spoken in very loud and very unsavoury terms about a qualified veterinarian that you don't know, and have reflected at length on the "nature" of the editorial content of his very popular show.
Fact.
In addition to your critique of a qualified veterinarian that you don't personally know - you have attended, along with your classmates, roughly 10 or so foalings. This would make you an expert on ??
What abs would you introduce if you are confronted with patent urachus at day 5-8 ?
So when the client is staring at you whilst you are flopping the placenta out and trying to work out if anything is missing - I'm sure you will do yourself proud. Because you have attended 10 or so foalings back when you kinda listened in that prac session.
The actor that portrayed James Herriot in the (other successful) TV series was able to portray more humbleness and empathy than you have shown thus far in your very public display on this forum.
One of the biggest lessons you should have learned as a vet student - is that the more you learn - the more you don't know.
And if you heed that first lesson well - you will be humbled by what you have yet to learn, and this should reflect in your scribblings on this very public forum - whereupon you are broadcasting your dislike of a qualified veterinarian who has made a success of himself.
He shows a humble side that you have yet to achieve.
My practice is a hive of activity and offers many opportunities for students during their various rotations.
We have many very bright and dedicated students from around Australia and OS constantly bombarding us in the hope that they may come and sample the delights of our lifestyle, climate, and hugely varied client base.
Unfortuneately for many - we get to pick and choose our students.
I am sure you will do well in your endeavours.
Fact.
You have spoken in very loud and very unsavoury terms about a qualified veterinarian that you don't know, and have reflected at length on the "nature" of the editorial content of his very popular show.
Fact.
In addition to your critique of a qualified veterinarian that you don't personally know - you have attended, along with your classmates, roughly 10 or so foalings. This would make you an expert on ??
What abs would you introduce if you are confronted with patent urachus at day 5-8 ?
So when the client is staring at you whilst you are flopping the placenta out and trying to work out if anything is missing - I'm sure you will do yourself proud. Because you have attended 10 or so foalings back when you kinda listened in that prac session.
The actor that portrayed James Herriot in the (other successful) TV series was able to portray more humbleness and empathy than you have shown thus far in your very public display on this forum.
One of the biggest lessons you should have learned as a vet student - is that the more you learn - the more you don't know.
And if you heed that first lesson well - you will be humbled by what you have yet to learn, and this should reflect in your scribblings on this very public forum - whereupon you are broadcasting your dislike of a qualified veterinarian who has made a success of himself.
He shows a humble side that you have yet to achieve.
My practice is a hive of activity and offers many opportunities for students during their various rotations.
We have many very bright and dedicated students from around Australia and OS constantly bombarding us in the hope that they may come and sample the delights of our lifestyle, climate, and hugely varied client base.
Unfortuneately for many - we get to pick and choose our students.
I am sure you will do well in your endeavours.
S
Slateman
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I think that now is the time to close this topic.
Good to finish after this post from ToadCountry.
I must say that I agree with all he said.
It is so easy to criticise. Some times modesty would be more appreciated.
Good to finish after this post from ToadCountry.
I must say that I agree with all he said.
It is so easy to criticise. Some times modesty would be more appreciated.
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