r/veterinaryprofession

I have nobody to talk to about this so hoping perhaps yall in vet med can help. I recently completed a vet assistant course and started a two week placement but it’s my 2nd day and feel like I’m doing stuff wrong. Today a dog got out of its collar while I had the leash and he managed to get all the way from the back to reception because I panicked and didn’t yell loose dog. I also have 0 idea about what to do other than the tasks I’ve already been told, and there’s still dumb things I’m messing up on that I’ve been taught.

Has anyone had these troubles, does it get better? I want to succeed so bad and want to continue upwards to vet tech, but I feel like I’m making a horrible impression so far in my placement. I’m neurodivergent and so anxious so I just feel like a clumsy person stuck in idle mode. So far I’m missing large pieces of what I can do to pass the time still, and I’m getting little guidance on technique which is making it difficult to know improvements

I am seeking employment in an animal-related field. Although my educational background is in the legal industry, with a diploma in criminology, I am looking to transition my career. I feel that the corporate world does not align with my long-term aspirations, as I perceive a lack of inherent purpose and motivation in that sector. My desire is to pursue a career that involves animals. While I am not interested in pursuing a full degree or extensive educational programs, I am open to short-term courses. Could you please offer some guidance on how I might enter an animal-related field, particularly within Surrey, British Columbia, Canada? I would appreciate any assistance you can provide regarding job opportunities in animal care.