Love at First Meet

On Monday, I finally got the oppurtunity to meet my mentor that will help me make sure becoming a veterinarian is really what I was meant to do.

My mentor, Dr. Dowd, was able to see me right when I arrived and seemed as excited to help me with my journey as I was. We talked about my past experience with animals and even discussed my two dogs at home. We then talked about my intentions and goals and she informed me that I would not only get to watch the day-to-day life as a vet but I would also get to experience it as she was planning on teaching me things as we go along. This got me really excited.

After all the talking she took me on a short tour. The clinic is quite small compared to the one I take my dogs to, but I thought this might be good because there was a smaller chance of me getting lost. When we got back to the reception area I met with the rest of the staff. They were all very nice and easy going which was yet another plus.

Before I left,  Dr. D told me that I should probably go get scrubs so I don't have to worry about a dress code. I happily agreed and we shook hand and she said "See you Friday!"

I was so happy when I walked out. I never thought I would get an oppurtunity like this especially being under 18 with no vet med experience. The one and only downfall to the whole meeting was probably Dr. D telling me how every person she has mentored ended up not wanting to be a vet after they were done interning with her.. This would be discouraging for some, but for me it is great motivation.

For I want to be her first intern to graduate vet school.