New Job

Well, I've started my new job at Golden Valley Humane Society and it is pretty fun so far. It is very well organized, unlike the last humane society I worked for, and I was happy to hear my supervisor say that they staff a lot of people in the summer to prevent the employees from becoming overwhelmed. What I really like about this place is that they have a program in place to help those dogs and cats that are scared and need extra attention. Volunteers take time with these animals to help them come around and be ready for adoption. Many of these animals would be euthanized if this program wasn't in place. There are a few dudes that work there too, although it is still mostly women. Everyone seems nice, but when you're new you can feel everyone sizing you up. I think women do this especially (I do it too!). "Is this new chick prettier, skinnier, younger, etc. than me?" *hissssssssss* Oh well, I can't help it if I got it goin' on :). My job will entail examining dogs, cats, and little pets (i.e. rabbits), vaccinating, and running diagnostic tests (i.e. heartworm tests). Also, I will have to give treatments to all the sick animals. There are so many that it takes all day! After getting good at the exams, I will get to rotate through and help with surgery. I think that will involve getting the animals ready for surgery, recovering them, and cleaning instruments. They do 50-70 spay/neuters a day so it is busy in surgery! Maybe I'll get to do a neuter. It is pretty crazy dealing with such a large population of animals, but I'm sure I'll learn a lot. I am excited to become profficient in my exam techniques and blood draws. Yay for experience and double yay for good pay!