Kayla Womble • Veterinary Student

24/05/2024

I love it here 🥰🩷. Life is all about perspective and how you choose to view things!

23/05/2024

THROWBACK THURSDAY - a couple lost files from last summer’s summer job program with Banfield Pet Hospital. This summer, I will be doing the program again at a different hospital and cannot wait to learn more about what Banfield has to offer. More content coming soon :)

20/05/2024

Here are a couple of tips for overcoming imposter syndrome in veterinary school, or any school tbh. It is totally normal to experience this, I have myself! Having resources to reference in your time of need is incredibly helpful.

🐶 Recognize and Acknowledge It: Recognize when you are experiencing self-doubt and acknowledge it as a common issue among high achievers. Simply acknowledging that you are experiencing imposter syndrome can diminish its power over you.

🐭 Challenge Negative Thoughts: Challenge irrational thoughts and replace them with more realistic and positive ones. Keep a record of your achievements, positive feedback, and successes to remind yourself of your capabilities.

🐮 Set Realistic Goals: Divide large goals into smaller, manageable tasks to make them less overwhelming. Acknowledge and celebrate even small accomplishments to build confidence over time.

🐔 Seek Support: Discuss your feelings with trusted friends, classmates, or mentors. Sharing your experiences can provide reassurance and perspective. Consider seeking counseling or therapy if imposter syndrome significantly impacts your mental health and well-being.

🐸 Focus on Learning and Growth: Emphasize learning and personal growth over perfection. Understand that mistakes are part of the learning process. Focus on gradual improvement and skills development rather than immediate mastery.

🐴 Avoid Comparisons: Avoid comparing yourself to others. Remember that each person has a unique journey with different strengths and weaknesses. Measure your progress against your own past performances, not against your peers.

26/04/2024

24/04/2024

Reflecting on a semester filled with growth and learning in my Health Maintenance and Animal Production class 📚🐾 From mastering essential veterinary skills to understanding the intricacies of animal wellness, I'm grateful for the knowledge gained and excited to apply it in my journey ahead!

23/04/2024

Tiktok saw it first :P

22/04/2024

TIPS FROM A VET STUDENT📝🐶
From my academic studies and practical experience working in various small animal hospitals, I've picked up a couple of habits that I integrate into maintaining the health and happiness of my doggos at home. There is so much that goes into companion animal care, but I hope this can provide some insight into a couple simple things that you can implement for your own pet.

21/04/2024

VET GIRL JOURNAL ✨📓
This past week, I took a 1 week selective course on companion animal euthanasia. Reflecting on my journey through the CAETA course fills me with a profound sense of gratitude and accomplishment. Completing this course has not only deepened my understanding of the complexities surrounding end-of-life care for our beloved animal companions but has also equipped me with the knowledge and skills necessary to approach this sensitive aspect of veterinary medicine with compassion and professionalism.

Upon graduation, I will be receiving a CPEV certification as I am empowered to provide comfort and support to both pets and their families during this difficult time. I am grateful for the invaluable guidance and insights gained from this course, which will undoubtedly shape my practice and contribute to the well-being of animals and their caregivers for years to come.

I know this is a sensitive topic so viewer discretion is advised.

20/04/2024

VET MED QUIZ📝🔍
Test your knowledge and sharpen your skills with this mite identification quiz! How well do you know these tiny critters? Put your expertise to the test and see if you can identify them like a pro!

Additional Info:
Ornithonyssus sylviarum aka Northern fowl mite is the most important ectoparasite of layers, breeding, and backyard flocks in the USA.

Dermanyssus gallinae aka red mite, roost mite or chicken mite, although rare in modern commercial operations, is often found in cage-free environments such as breeder or small farm flocks. These mites infest chickens, turkeys, pigeons, doves, canaries, and various wild birds worldwide. They are found in masses hiding in crevices and cracks on the poultry house during the day and attack the birds at night

Sarcoptes scabiei aka sarcoptic itch, scabies mites, and mange mites, cause scabies in man, sheep, goats, cattle, pigs, dogs, & horses. They tend to be host specific but will transmit between host species, causing intense pruritus (itching) and secondary bacterial or fungal infections.

Otodectes species are ear mite of cats, dogs, rabbits , that cause ear irritation & scratching injury.

Demodex canis -aka red mange of dogs, commonly lives in hair follicles and
sebaceous glands. These mites cause inflammation, alopecia, and scab formation.

ANSWERS:
1. D. otodectes
2. C. demodex
3. C. ornithonyssus
4. B. dermanyssus
5. D. sarcoptes

Watch .womble on tiktok for explanations!

19/04/2024

✨VET STUDENT TIPS 📝

Vet school is more than just class and tests. These are a couple things I’ve learned along the way.

By actively engaging in veterinary organizations, seeking mentorship, maximizing clinical experiences, exploring research opportunities, and prioritizing self-care, you can make the most out of your veterinary school experience and prepare yourself for a successful career in veterinary medicine.

14/04/2024

Finals week survival guide: 📚✨ Mastering time management, studying smarter, calculating grades, and prioritizing self-care!

We just finished our finals week for this semester but I hope these tips can be useful for other students. Let’s conquer those exams! 💪

01/04/2024

Just wanted to share two flyers/handouts that I’ve made this semester for two of my classes.

PET DENTAL HEALTH - In my intro to clinical and professional communications class, we were assigned to create a client-friendly educational handout, dental health being one of the topics. The handout needed to included 3 main take away messages and be simple enough for a 6-7th grader to understand. How do yall think I did?

BRUCELLOSIS - In my epidemiology and public health class, we were tasked with creating a poster to inform the public about a zoonotic disease, focusing on the disease transmission, disease prevention, and proper biosecurity measures. I chose brucellosis with my target audience being farmers.

I thought I’d share these, as I put effort into both and am happy with the finished product. I loved designing these and I hope you were able to learn something for them. :)