Vinal Tech Veterinary Science Department

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Vinal Tech Veterinary Science Department The VetSci trade program is designed to prepare students to enter directly into the workforce. Appointment are currently free!

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The Veterinary Science trade program is designed to prepare students to enter directly into the workforce in the Veterinary Medicine field. A balance of theoretical and hands-on training is used to ensure these students are ready for immediate employment or to further their education in a post-secondary school. The VetSci students see daily grooming appointments which consist of, nail trims, ear cleanings, baths and hair cuts. Head on over to our website to fill out an appointment request form and email your pet's vaccine records. https://sites.google.com/cttech.org/vveterinaryscienceinal/appointments

🐾 Meet Hank! 🐾This handsome hunk came in on Friday for a well-deserved spa day! 🛁✨ Hank enjoyed a bath, ear cleaning, an...
10/07/2026

🐾 Meet Hank! 🐾

This handsome hunk came in on Friday for a well-deserved spa day! 🛁✨ Hank enjoyed a bath, ear cleaning, and, of course, a blueberry facial! 🫐🐶

This was our sophomores’ first time working with a large Rottweiler, which provided a fantastic hands-on learning experience. Students had the opportunity to practice safe handling while closely observing Hank’s body language and behavior throughout the grooming process.

A big thank you to Hank for being such a great teacher! 💙🐾

🐾 Welcome Back to Veterinary Science! 🐾We are off to a busy start in the Vet Science trade! Our first few weeks have bee...
09/24/2026

🐾 Welcome Back to Veterinary Science! 🐾

We are off to a busy start in the Vet Science trade! Our first few weeks have been filled with hands-on learning, teamwork, and plenty of opportunities for our students to put their veterinary skills into practice.

🔨 Reassembling the Shop
During our first week back, our sophomores and juniors worked together to help reassemble and prepare the shop for the new school year. It was a great opportunity to practice teamwork, communication, and responsibility while getting our space ready for another year of learning.

🐹 Small Animal Maze Challenge
Our sophomores also revisited a project they built during their freshman year—the Small Animal Maze! Students tested their maze and made educated predictions about which animals would successfully complete it and which animals would navigate it the fastest. They put their knowledge of animal behavior, problem-solving, and species differences to the test!

✂️ Grooming Appointments Have Begun!
Now that we are in our third cycle, our sophomores, juniors, and seniors have begun working with grooming appointments, giving students the opportunity to develop and practice real-world animal handling, grooming, communication, and customer service skills.

🐕 Welcome, Freshmen Exploratory!
We have also completed the first half of our two-day Freshman Exploratory! Students are getting an introduction to the Veterinary Science trade through a variety of hands-on activities, including:

🐾 Canine Breeds
🔬 Taxonomy
🖐️ Fine Motor Skills & Why They Matter in the Trades
💬 Communication Skills & Their Importance in the Workplace
🔧 Large & Small Animal Tool Identification

It has been a great start to the school year, and we are excited to see what the rest of the year brings! Here’s to another year of learning, growing, and getting our hands dirty in Vet Science! 🐶🐱🐰🐾

Congratulations to this year's seniors on their outstanding achievement in earning their Certified Veterinary Assistant ...
06/15/2026

Congratulations to this year's seniors on their outstanding achievement in earning their Certified Veterinary Assistant (CVA) Level 1 credentials!

The following students successfully completed the required skills assessments and passed the CVA Level 1 knowledge examination, pending completion of the required practical experience hours:

🐾Natalie Page
🐾Dilayla Sanchez
🐾Liliana Solis
🐾Nicodemus Sanchez
🐾Monica Dickenson
🐾Almira Hernandez
🐾Gianna Iannotti

The following students successfully completed the skills assessments, passed the knowledge examination, and accumulated more than 300 hours of supervised clinical experience, earning their full CVA Level 1 Certification:

🐾Sophia Holt
🐾Chloe Wisniewski

We are incredibly proud of all of these students for the hard work and dedication they have shown throughout the Veterinary Science program. Earning these credentials is a major accomplishment and a testament to the time, effort, and passion they have invested in preparing for careers in animal care and veterinary medicine. Great job, seniors! 🐾🎉

🐾 What an incredible day for our 10th grade class! 🐾Today was our final visit with Doggy Dojo: Train, Play, Rescue for t...
06/05/2026

🐾 What an incredible day for our 10th grade class! 🐾

Today was our final visit with Doggy Dojo: Train, Play, Rescue for the school year. Students continued learning about canine body language and how understanding animal behavior is essential when working with animals in a professional setting.

We were also honored to welcome guest speaker Thom Page, an attorney and animal advocate who has dedicated years to fighting for animal rights. Thom is the founder of The Center for Animal Litigation, which works to protect companion animals and challenge outdated laws affecting animal welfare.

Tom shared powerful stories from his work advocating for dogs facing difficult circumstances. He explained how a dog's environment and experiences can influence behavior, sometimes leading to bites or aggression that place the animal at risk of euthanasia. Through education, advocacy, and legal action, he helps give deserving dogs a second chance while helping people better understand the factors that contribute to these behaviors.

Students also learned that dogs are constantly reading us just as we are reading them. Dogs can detect changes in hormones, pheromones, and body language. Remaining calm, confident, and relaxed can help dogs feel safe and comfortable. We discussed the importance of making positive first impressions, building trust, and demonstrating leadership when working with animals.

One of the biggest takeaways from today's lesson: To be successful working with animals, become a leader they can trust.

For students interested in helping animals in the future, Tom encouraged them to:
🐶 Adopt
🐶 Foster
🐶 Rescue
🐶 Advocate

Thank you, Thom, for sharing your experiences, knowledge, and passion for helping animals in need. Our students gained valuable insight into both animal behavior and the many ways they can make a difference in the lives of animals.

✂️🐾 A Fantastic Final Grooming Day! 🐾✂️Yesterday marked our 10th Grade Vet Science students' final large grooming day of...
06/05/2026

✂️🐾 A Fantastic Final Grooming Day! 🐾✂️

Yesterday marked our 10th Grade Vet Science students' final large grooming day of the school year with Matt, owner of Dogfather Mobile Grooming!

Students focused on practicing puppy cuts on three adorable Shih Tzus—Stormi, Penelope, and Dennis. These sweet pups were wonderful grooming partners and helped our students put their skills and confidence to the test.

Under Matt's guidance, students worked hard to perfect their techniques, paying close attention to safety, handling, coat care, and breed-appropriate grooming styles. Their dedication and teamwork showed in the final results, and all three dogs left looking fresh, comfortable, and ready for summer! ☀️🐶

We are incredibly proud of how much our students have grown throughout the year and grateful for the hands-on learning opportunities provided by Matt and his furry assistants.

A huge thank you to Stormi, Penelope, Dennis, and Matt for spending the day with us. We can't wait to welcome them back in the fall for another year of learning, grooming, and making our canine friends look their best!

🐾 Vet Science Update! 🐾On Tuesday, our 9th Grade Vet Science students participated in their final interactive class with...
06/05/2026

🐾 Vet Science Update! 🐾

On Tuesday, our 9th Grade Vet Science students participated in their final interactive class with Doggy Dojo: Train, Play, Rescue! 🐶

This session focused on understanding canine mental states, body language, and how to safely interact with dogs in different situations. Students learned that a dog's behavior is constantly communicating how they feel—and recognizing those signals can help keep both people and dogs safe.

Some of the canine behaviors we explored included:

🐕 **Neutral & Relaxed**
✔️ Loose, open mouth ("canine smile")
✔️ Weight evenly distributed
✔️ Relaxed, wagging tail
✔️ Ears and head in a natural position

🎾 **Play Solicitation**
✔️ Play bow
✔️ Soft eyes
✔️ Loose body language
✔️ Tail held high and wagging

⚡ **Arousal**
Students learned that arousal isn't always negative—it can be great for play, but less ideal during stressful situations like veterinary visits.

🛑 **Submission vs. Aggression**
We discussed the differences between passive submission, active submission, defensive aggression, and offensive aggression, along with the body language cues that help us identify each state.

👀 Key takeaway: Always pay attention to a dog's body language before approaching. Not every wagging tail means a dog wants attention, and understanding canine communication helps prevent fear, stress, and conflict.

We also explored:
🐾 Positive dog greetings
🐾 Why dogs prefer side-by-side introductions rather than face-to-face greetings
🐾 The role of pheromones in canine communication
🐾 How domestication has shaped the human-dog relationship
🐾 Maternal corrections and social learning in puppies

A huge thank you to Doggy Dojo’s Mike, Sharon, Sue, Chris, Sophie and Juda for helping our students develop a deeper understanding of canine behavior and safe animal handling practices. 🐕❤️

On May 4th, our 9th and 12th grade students had the opportunity to enjoy an incredible Wildlife & Exotics Show! Students...
05/18/2026

On May 4th, our 9th and 12th grade students had the opportunity to enjoy an incredible Wildlife & Exotics Show! Students were introduced to a variety of exotic animals including emus, snakes, parrots, a skunk, tortoise, alpaca, and even alligators. 🐍🦜🦙🐊

Studying exotic animals is an important part of our senior curriculum, and experiences like this allow students to connect classroom learning with real-world animal care and handling. We are always so thankful to ZooShows for making the trip from Massachusetts to share these amazing animals and their extensive knowledge with our students.

From husbandry and housing requirements to personalities, body language, and medical care, students learned valuable information about what it truly takes to properly care for exotic species.

Which animal would you want to learn more about? Let us know in the comments! 👇

On May 8th, our freshmen participated in their second lesson with Mike, Sharon, Chris, Sue and pups Sophie and Juda from...
05/18/2026

On May 8th, our freshmen participated in their second lesson with Mike, Sharon, Chris, Sue and pups Sophie and Juda from Doggy Dojo: Train, Play, Rescue. During this session, students focused on safety, handling equipment, and proper leash techniques.

Topics covered included:

The importance of the “place” command and how it helps distinguish well-trained dogs from average dogs by promoting calmness, focus, and control.

The value of slip leashes and why facilities such as veterinary hospitals commonly use them for safety and efficient handling.

Different types of leashes, collars, and harnesses, along with the effects they can have on a dog’s physical well-being and overall mindset.

Comparisons between martingale collars, slip leads, slip collars, and standard collars, including appropriate use and handling techniques.

Students then participated in hands-on leash handling practice with the dogs to apply the skills and concepts discussed during the lesson.

🐠🌊 Career Exploration in Action! 🌊🐠On Tuesday our 9th grade Vet Science students had an unforgettable trip to Mystic Aqu...
04/30/2026

🐠🌊 Career Exploration in Action! 🌊🐠

On Tuesday our 9th grade Vet Science students had an unforgettable trip to Mystic Aquarium as part of their Career Exploration class! From behind-the-scenes access to hands-on experiences, it was a day full of discovery, curiosity, and inspiration.

Students learned about a wide range of exciting careers, including:
🩺 Veterinarians caring for marine life
🛟 Stranding Coordinators leading rescue efforts
🐬 Animal Trainers working with seals and other species
🧪 Aquarists and Husbandry teams keeping ecosystems thriving

They even got an exclusive look at the aquarium’s filtration systems and areas for quarantined and traveling animals—talk about behind-the-scenes access!

The day didn’t stop there… students watched the seal show and saw trainers in action, explored the aquarium exhibits, and got hands-on in the touch tanks! 🖐️⭐

Experiences like this help bring classroom learning to life and open doors to future careers. Who knows—maybe we have some future marine biologists in the making! 🌎💙

We’re a little behind on posting, but we couldn’t miss sharing this! 🐾✨Last Thursday, our **sophomore class** enjoyed th...
04/28/2026

We’re a little behind on posting, but we couldn’t miss sharing this! 🐾✨

Last Thursday, our **sophomore class** enjoyed their monthly grooming session with Matt from Dogfather Mobile Grooming & Supplies! Our calm and stoic little models, **Sylvester** and **Dennis**, were pampered with facial trims, full body clean-ups, a relaxing scrub in the tub, and even a blueberry facial 🫐🛁

Experiences like these give our students hands-on learning opportunities that go far beyond the classroom. We are so grateful for our amazing community partners who help us provide real-world skills and confidence as our students prepare to enter the workforce in their junior and senior years.

💙 Thank you for supporting our future veterinary professionals!

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