Passion is the compelling feeling that makes us love something in life. It is passion that makes you wake up early, stay up late and forego short term rewards to keep your long term goals on track. Without passion, no veterinary practitioner can be successful. I ask that you give me the opportunity to utilize my passion and drive to become a veterinarian.
When I was seven, my grandparents gave me a horse. From them I learned about feeding, grooming, mucking and riding. Since then I have always been fascinated with farm animals, especially horses. For as long as I can remember I have had a passion for science as well. The application of the principles learned in class requires that you continue to learn. It is the challenge of applying those principles to animal medical issues that has influenced my decision to pursue a career in veterinary medicine. My decision is based on the desire to help animals and to pursue the root causes of the issues found in the ordinary and extraordinary situations a large animal practitioner encounters. I am a highly motivated and methodical person and look forward to the challenges of this difficult coursework and career.
At Colorado State University, I was selected to participate in the sought after internship opportunity at Hagyard Equine Medical Institute. Seeking to learn firsthand about the real daily life of a large animal veterinarian, I chose to ride and assist Dr. Ken Canterbury as he made his rounds in the Lexington area. I received first-hand experience of the physically and emotionally demanding duties required of a large animal veterinarian. The 3:30am starts and 12-14 hour days, as well as being on call 24 hours can take a toll on a vet. But the successes made the long hours and the sometimes tragic episodes worthwhile. I learned that dealing with sensitive situations is a part of the vet's business. Handling, with tact