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i love gaboon vipers why do they move like that
me when im walking
@catadromously how could you leave this important comment in the tags etc.
That’s the truest thing about this creature that anyone has said, ever
this animal is so travel
So I just found out that I'm still a competitive applicant for vet school! My GPA dropped a bit due to chemistry and honestly I had sadly kinda given up on the idea of vet school...But NOW I'M SO EXCITED???
Reply to this with something motivational/encouraging/uplifting and I'll hang it above my desk (with your @) to look at when I really don't feel like studying. HELP ME GET TO VET SCHOOL! 💞🐴🐄
Some of these responses made me tear up 😥☺️ last chance to add yours on! 💞
Looking back at this with my application almost complete...thank you all.
I was accepted to vet school. Thank you so much everyone for your kind words. We did it. I'm going to be a doctor.
Tumblr is dead, but I missed it, so I logged in. And I am 43 days away from graduating as a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. Surreal. Thank you, my little private community. <3
Hello again, to anyone out there still listening. I am a doctor now. Look how far we’ve come. Thank you. ✨
So I just found out that I'm still a competitive applicant for vet school! My GPA dropped a bit due to chemistry and honestly I had sadly kinda given up on the idea of vet school...But NOW I'M SO EXCITED???
Reply to this with something motivational/encouraging/uplifting and I'll hang it above my desk (with your @) to look at when I really don't feel like studying. HELP ME GET TO VET SCHOOL! 💞🐴🐄
Some of these responses made me tear up 😥☺️ last chance to add yours on! 💞
Looking back at this with my application almost complete...thank you all.
I was accepted to vet school. Thank you so much everyone for your kind words. We did it. I'm going to be a doctor.
Tumblr is dead, but I missed it, so I logged in. And I am 43 days away from graduating as a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. Surreal. Thank you, my little private community. <3
Please, pretty please, help me pass pathology. What are your top tips for veterinary pathology (if you want a more specific thing to focus on, cattle and sheep path but also accepting broad tips to help me pass my goddamn exams)? ❤️❤️❤️
Studying pathology can definitely seem overwhelming at times (trust me, I'm still overwhelmed at times too!). I've written a few posts before about how to study for pathology, but unfortunately the hellsite is currently hiding them from me. However, the common thread in all my recommendations is this:
Everything in pathology is a process. Find the pattern, and it will all come together.
But Lizzie, you say, what the hell does that mean?
Any disease that you need to learn about will have common points that you need to know. Different people will teach these in different ways, so sometimes you can't see this thread, but it's always there. At vet school, I would go through the notes I had for each condition I needed to know about (usually grouped by organ system and species affected) and note down these key points:
1. Aetiology: what causes this problem? 2. Source: how and where does the animal get the problem (for infectious causes, what is the route of transmission? Is it genetic? If it's nutritional, what are they eating?) 3: Process: how do we get from aetiology and source to the lesions and clinical signs? This part can and should be a flow chart (e.g: canine parvovirus infects crypt epithelium > necrosis > loss of villus epithelial coverage > fluid loss, hemorrhage, secondary infections > diarrhoea, sepsis). Add as much detail as you can or as much as your professor provides. 4: Clinical signs: why is the animal presenting? What signs are pathognomonic or particularly specific (those make good clues in exam questions). Include whether this you'll see sporadic disease or outbreaks, key signalment points. 5: Gross lesions: what will you see on physical exam and at necropsy? Look for specific changes as above 6: Clinical pathology: bloodwork, urinalysis, FNA etc. 7: Histologic lesions: what will you see under the microscope or what will the pathologist's report say? You may or may not be required to know this at vet school, check what your professor wants. 8: Outcome: do animals survive this disease? Can they survive this disease?
Those 8 points should cover just about everything you need to know about any given condition. You can tweak the structure as suits you, but I found that when I structured my notes like that I had all the answers to my exam questions, and having a consistent flow through my notes helped it all stick in my brain because I wasn't searching for things while studying and I didn't have to jump around. There is, unfortunately, a lot of memorization in pathology, so I recommend making use of whatever memory aids help (flashcards etc.). Find this info, plug it into the system you like, and don't lose hope.
Good luck!
Dealing With Executive Dysfunction - A Masterpost
The “getting it done in an unconventional way” method.
The “it’s not cheating to do it the easy way” method.
The “fuck what you’re supposed to do” method.
The “get stuff done while you wait” method.
The “you don’t have to do everything at once” method.
The “it doesn’t have to be permanent to be helpful” method.
The “break the task into smaller steps” method.
The “treat yourself like a pet” method.
The “it doesn’t have to be all or nothing” method.
The “put on a persona” method.
The “act like you’re filming a tutorial” method.
The “you don’t have to do it perfectly” method.
The “wait for a trigger” method.
The “do it for your future self” method.
The “might as well” method.
The “when self discipline doesn’t cut it” method.
The “taking care of yourself to take care of your pet” method.
The “make it easy” method.
The “junebugging” method.
The “just show up” method.
The “accept when you need help” method.
The “make it into a game” method.
The “everything worth doing is worth doing poorly” method.
The “trick yourself” method.
The “break it into even smaller steps” method.
The “let go of should” method.
The “your body is an animal you have to take care of” method.
The “fork theory” method.
The “effectivity over aesthetics” method.
going thru phone pics and found this thing that was tacked up next to the toaster at my old job, if anyone needs some light toast eating reading material
Would anyone be kind enough to transcribe this or link to a text version?
Everything Is AWFUL and I’m Not Okay: Questions to Ask Before Giving Up on Yourself
Are you hydrated?
If not, have a glass of water. Dehydration can mimic or increase feelings associated with anxiety and a well hydrated brain functions optimally. Avoid excess caffeine.
Have you eaten in the past three hours?
Don’t be a victim of hanger! Get some food–something with protein, not just simple carbs or high-fat. Nuts, hummus, and veggies are great options to feed your studying brain. Keep healthy snacks within reach to avoid mindlessly chowing down on sweets.
Have you stretched your legs in the past day?
If not, do so right now. If you don’t have the energy or time for a run or a trip to the gym, just walk around the block or building. Even minimal exercise preps the mind for learning so that you can focus better and recall things easier, plus it’s good to get a change of scenery.
Have you said something nice to someone in the past day?
Do so, whether online or in person. Make it genuine! We bet your study partner would appreciate a compliment.
Have you moved your body to music in the past day?
If not, jog for the length of a song at your favorite tempo, or just dance around your bedroom for the length of an upbeat song (singing along is a bonus)
Have you cuddled a living being in the past two days?
If not, do so. Don’t be afraid to ask for hugs from friends of friends’ pets. Most of them will enjoy the cuddles too; you’re not imposing.
Have you started or changed any medications in the past couple of weeks, including skipped doses or a change in generic prescription brand?
That may be screwing with your head. Give things a few days, then talk to your doctor if it doesn’t settle down.
If daytime: are you dressed?
If no, put on clean clothes that aren’t PJs. Give yourself permission to wear something special, whether it’s a funny t-shirt or a pretty dress.
If nighttime: are you sleepy and fatigued but resisting going to sleep?
Put on PJs, make yourself cozy in bed with a teddy bear and the sound of falling rain, and close your eyes for fifteen minutes while focusing on breathing deeper with every breath- no electronic screens allowed! Adequate sleep is a necessity for stress management.
Do you feel ineffective?
Pause right now and get something small completed, whether it’s responding to an email, loading the dishwasher, or tidying up your room. Good job!
Do you feel unattractive?
Take a darn selfie. Your friends will remind you how great you look. You are always insta-worthy.
Do you feel paralyzed by indecision?
Give yourself ten minutes to sit back and figure out a game plan for the day. If a particular decision or problem is still being a roadblock, simply set it aside for now, and pick something else that seems doable. Right now, the important part is to break through that stasis, even if it means doing something trivial.
Have you over-exerted yourself lately–physically, emotionally, socially, or intellectually?
That can take a toll that lingers for days. Give yourself a break in that area, whether it’s physical rest, taking some time alone, or relaxing with some silly entertainment for a little. Time spent refreshing yourself is never time “wasted!”
Have you waited a week?
Sometimes or perception of life is skewed, and we can’t even tell that we’re not thinking clearly, and there’s no obvious external cause. It happens. Keep yourself going for a full week, whatever it takes, and see if you still feel the same way then.
You’ve made it this far; and you will make it through. You are stronger than you think.
Because someone might need this today
You have survived 100% of your worst days.
This too shall pass.
five tips for study marathons
In Belgium we have this thing called ‘blok’. It’s the name for the two to three weeks of marathon studying between the end of classes and the start of exams, related to the verb ‘blokken’, which basically means ‘hardcore studying’. It’s obviously not a very pleasant time, so here are some tips to survive those study marathons!
1. Hydrate. Of course has been said again and again, but that’s because it’s so important! I usually get myself either a half-liter pint and a (reusable!) straw. Straws really help me to drink more, but they’re not very good for the environment, so if you can get your hands on a reusable one, go for it! You can also try adding fruit to your water for some extra flavour.
2. Breathe ouside air at least once a day. I don’t care how you do it. Take a walk at noon, go on a morning run, breathe really deep when you’re in line for the library, stick your head out of a window, I don’t care. Just do it. You need the oxygen and it’s not good to sit inside all day.
3. Don’t wear stuff you sleep in. Now, I’m not saying you can’t wear pjs. What I’m saying is, don’t wear the pjs you wore to bed. Not even if you study at home. Don’t do it. Make sure your brain knows that studying and sleeping are two very different things.
4. Get off your butt during breaks. Sometimes when I’m on a roll at the library, I can study a whole afternoon, with breaks only to go to the bathroom and to refill my waterbottle/make new tea. It works, because I walk around. Point being, have a dance break! Go for a walk! Move!
5. Sleep is useful. I get that if you have an exam the next day and you really need to finish this last chapter, you stay up until 3am. But otherwise, don’t do that to yourself. You can do that tomorrow morning. Your brain needs sleep, you’re not wasting time. Promise. Take care of yourself.
I hope these are useful! You can do this!
If you ever forget why you’re still studying at 2am..
Remember it’s not just a matter of grades.
Maybe you’re studying so you can correctly diagnose those patients before they’re told it’s too late.
Maybe you’re memorizing the mistakes of history in the hope of never seeing them repeated.
Maybe you’re understanding how the law works so you can defend those who need it.
Maybe you’re absorbing as much information as you can so you can pass on your love of learning to others.
What you’re doing today can change our world tomorrow, so keep at it.
“Don’t think about what can happen in a month. Don’t think about what can happen in a year. Just focus on the 24 hours in front of you, and do what you can to get closer to where you want to be.”
— Unknown
how do chameleons change color???
First of all, a really common misconception about chameleons is that they change colour to blend into their surroundings. Actually, they change colour to regulate their temperature, or to communicate to other chameleons.
But how is much more interesting. Pigments, compounds that produce colour such as melanin, play a part. Chameleons have a number of different pigments trapped in tiny sacs in skin cells called ‘chromatophores’. The chameleon can make these cells expand or contract which then changes their colour, and different coloured pigments are kept in different layers of skin.
However, there is more to the story. In between the different layers, chameleons have lots of tiny little crystals called ‘iridophores’. Essentially these work a bit like prisms in how they can split light and reflect certain colours. The colour it does reflect is determined by how far apart the crystals are. If close together they reflect only short wavelengths such as blue light, for example, while further apart reflects longer wavelengths producing red.
So I just found out that I'm still a competitive applicant for vet school! My GPA dropped a bit due to chemistry and honestly I had sadly kinda given up on the idea of vet school...But NOW I'M SO EXCITED???
Reply to this with something motivational/encouraging/uplifting and I'll hang it above my desk (with your @) to look at when I really don't feel like studying. HELP ME GET TO VET SCHOOL! 💞🐴🐄
Some of these responses made me tear up 😥☺️ last chance to add yours on! 💞
Looking back at this with my application almost complete...thank you all.
I was accepted to vet school. Thank you so much everyone for your kind words. We did it. I'm going to be a doctor.
Just a reminder that declawing is mutilation. I’m not being dramatic, it’s an amputation. Multiple amputations in fact because you are taking the distal part of their toes off.
Just to give people a little visual representation of the human-equivalent to cat declawing. The red dotted lines are the lines of amputation.
In order to remove the claw, the entirety of the distal phalanges must be amputated. Distal phalanges, for those of you not overly familiar with anatomical terms, is the fancy science way of saying YOUR GODDAMN FINGER TIPS.
So yeah, maybe keep that in mind next time you consider getting a cat and/or start despairing over some scratched furniture.
I have found that many cat owners have no idea how inhumane this procedure is. Please, never declaw your cats. It can cause brutal arthritis and behavioral changes down the road, and I can promise you no furniture is worth the pain it causes your cat. There are tons of humane alternatives to declawing.
This ignores the myriad of other reasons beyond “scratched furniture” people get their cats declawed
While not ideal, it is certainly infinitely more humane than putting them in a gas chamber
This by far one of the stupidest replies to justify mutilating an animal 😂 😂 😂 imagine thinking anyone is euthanising cats via gas.
Anyways Australia has banned declawing cats here and we’re doing just fine.
Most countries banned declawing. But the USA - well it’s a money maker, that’s why ‘vets’ dont tell their clients what it involves. Luckily i believe a few states have banned it, California for one.
Not to bring this back to my dash again, but I did want to address this. Declawing really isn’t a money maker. The reasons that some vets still declaw are:
1. Older vets were taught this as a routine procedure and still think it’s ok
2. Some vets would rather be the ones to do it “right” rather than having the person above do it with poor pain management and outdated techniques
3. There are vets who do believe that declawing is ok as a last resort to avoid rehoming/euthanasia
The American Veterinary Medical Association opposes declawing as a first line option for managing inappropriate scratching and requires vets to educate owners before even considering declawing. Vets that choose not to do this are not practicing good medicine. The main reason the AVMA won’t support a flat declawing ban is because they claim it will impede with medical care and that the option should be left to the vet. Personally, I think that’s a load of bullshit. We all know that amputating a diseased toe and declawing as an elective procedure are not the same thing. However, this is ‘Merica and there’s a stupid cultural bias toward personal freedom regardless of whether or not it’s good for the majority. Fortunately, younger vets tend to oppose declawing. When New York banned declawing, a poll of 400 vets showed that 94% supported the legislation. We don’t want to do it. And most vets that do have to do it are doing it infrequently, so it’s really not a big money maker for a clinic anyway.
I do think declawing will become illegal within our life time. Look at the responses on this post of people who had no idea what declawing actually involves. It used to just be a thing you did: spay/neuter, vaccinate, and declaw. It was routine, and explaining to older owners why it is wrong can be a challenge because they don’t want to be told they basically mutilated their previous pets. My clinic does declaw, although we are strongly opposed to it. Thankfully I have not been in a position where I’ve been asked to do it, but I did spend a long time on the phone with a client the other day explaining why declawing wasn’t advised. I hope I convinced them not to do it, but unfortunately there is one of the old type vets in my area that does it super cheap and claims there’s no issues. That’s the main reason why my clinic still does it, though we really REALLY try to discourage clients from doing it (I still wish we didn’t do it at all but I don’t get to make that choice). Last year we apparently only did 5 or 6 and we are trying to get it to 0. None of us would be upset if we couldn’t declaw anymore. Honestly, we’d be thrilled. None of us like it or agree with it, but as long as it remains legal it will keep happening regardless of what the majority of the veterinary community thinks. I wish we could all stand together and just say “no”, but unfortunately there will always be people fitting into the above groups that continue to perform the procedure.
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So I just found out that I'm still a competitive applicant for vet school! My GPA dropped a bit due to chemistry and honestly I had sadly kinda given up on the idea of vet school...But NOW I'M SO EXCITED???
Reply to this with something motivational/encouraging/uplifting and I'll hang it above my desk (with your @) to look at when I really don't feel like studying. HELP ME GET TO VET SCHOOL! 💞🐴🐄
Some of these responses made me tear up 😥☺️ last chance to add yours on! 💞
Looking back at this with my application almost complete...thank you all.
hobbies masterpost!
a really excellent way to reduce anxiety is to pick up a new hobby. find something you’re interested in, learn it, then use it as a healthy and productive way to cope.
learn to play guitar
learn how to make interactive stories with the free program Twine
learn how to make pixel art
learn another language
learn how to build a ship in a bottle
learn how to develop your own film
learn how to embroider
learn how to make chiptunes (8-bit music)
learn how to make origami (the art of paper folding)
learn how to make tumblr themes
learn how to make jewelry
learn how to make candy
learn how to make terrariums
learn how to make your own perfume
learn how to make your own tea
learn how to build birdhouses
learn how to read tarot cards
learn how to make zines
learn how to code
learn how to whittle (wood carving)
learn how to make candles
learn how to make clay figurines
learn how to knit scarves
learn how to become an amateur astronomer
learn some yoyo tricks
learn how to start a collection
learn how to start body building
learn how to edit wikipedia articles
learn how to decorate iphone cases
learn how to do freelance writing
learn how to make your own cards and
learn how to make your own envelopes
learn how to play the ukulele
learn how to make gifs
learn how to play chess
learn how to juggle
learn how to guerrilla garden
learn how to chart your family history
learn how to keep chickens
learn how to do yoga
learn how to do magic
learn how to raise and breed butterflies
learn how to play dungeons & dragons
learn how to skateboard
learn how to do parkour
learn how to surf
learn how to arrange flowers
learn how to make stuffed animals
IM GOING TO LEARN THEM ALL
CHALLENGE considered :’)
okay, so here in california precautionary measures against COVID-19 have become increasingly intense. most schools have closed and are preparing to make the transition to “distance learning” aka online classes. this is a big change for many of us – but don’t panic!
welcome to surviving online classes 101!
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✐ self discipline
this is more of a warning than a tip. working from home means you will have to exercise a lot more self discipline. it can be a little bit boring or lonely at times. you cannot count on motivation from others (professors, classmates, friends, etc.), so you will have to learn some self discipline.
✐ create your own classroom
a good way to make the transition is to try and mimic the classroom setting as closely as possible. something that might be helpful is to set up a space designated for work. try to avoid the temptation to work in your bed or on the couch. that trains your brain to be alert in those places and makes it harder to relax/fall asleep. at least during online lectures, try and eliminate distractions that wouldn’t be present in a regular classroom (like tv or netflix playing in the background, or having your phone out)
✐ dress for success!
dress in the way that makes you feel most productive. if you’re one of those people who usually rolls into class wearing sweats and still kills it, good for you! if you’re one of those people who needs to put on a full face of makeup to feel alive and ready for the day, do that! even at home!! i personally never wear makeup but if i try to be productive in pjs… disaster. i’ve also found that cute workout gear makes me feel badass while still being comfy.
✐ create a schedule
now more than ever you need to figure out how to manage your time. you can use a planner, bujo, google calendar, the forest app, whatever. just make sure you keep track of things like
due dates and TIMES
exam dates
lecture times
hours spent studying
meals (pls eat 3 if possible)
water intake
sleep schedule
✐ pack your bag like you usually would
i know this probably sounds so dumb, but when you’re done working clean up after yourself. pack everything up like you would at school, to sort of signal to your brain that academic time is over for now. and then unpack and set up when you’re ready to get to work again. this is just another way to trick your brain into that school mindset while you’re stuck at home.
✐ don’t overwork yourself
break up your studying into chunks. being cooped up all day can make us feel like we’re wasting time, but be sure to schedule breaks and reward yourself after a solid study session. i’m a big fan of the pomodoro method, and it can be customized really easily to allow for more or less study/rest time.
✐ maintain a healthy sleep schedule
now is the time to develop that healthy sleep schedule we all dream about. staring at a computer all day is exhausting and hard on the eyes and brain, so make sure to give them enough rest and time to recover each night. also, consider investing in glasses that block blue light, even if you don’t usually use glasses. this will keep our eyes young lol.
✐ communicate with your teachers and classmates
most of us are making this transition to online learning together. any time you have questions, email your professor. reach out to your classmates at the beginning and exchange emails/phone numbers/social media so you can build a support system. if something goes wrong, screenshot it immediately and reach out to your professor. technology isn’t perfect, and mistakes can happen, just communicate them.
✐ turn things in early
this is my biggest tip. when you are relying on online submissions for assignments and digital lectures, you always want to allow extra time to fix any errors you might encounter. your professor will also be much more willing to help you fix a problem two days before a deadline rather than two minutes before a deadline. eliminate that uncertainty by playing it safe with online submissions.
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GOOD LUCK EVERYONE!! YOU GOT THIS!! WE GOT THIS!!
in honor of my university announcing fall quarter will officially be online :’)
