veterinary externs

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The Board of Animal Companions of Las Cruces were immediately and eagerly willing to help me through this process of travel and externship. They aided me in finding travel accommodations as well as provided comfortable housing that allowed me to focus on getting the best experience from my externship at Zia Vet Clinic in Las Cruces 

I want to thank the entire staff and doctors of Zia Vet Clinic who were integral to the start of my clinical rotations and confidence moving forward. The doctors were patient, kind and willing to let me be included in anything I was comfortable with, as well as challenged me to strengthen my thought processes and abilities.

I want to thank the Board and volunteers of Animal Companions of Las Cruces for the support and assistance they provided.”

Dr. Buser was offered and accepted a position at Zia Veterinary Clinic and began work there on June 1, 2025! She is also the recipient of our $10,000 employment bonus!

In spring 2025, I did an externship at Calista Animal Hospital. I so appreciated the kindness of the entire staff and the learning experiences I was able to have. I have spent half of my life in Arizona and half in Florida. My particular interest is in opthamology, and I am currently a rotating intern at a wonderful clinic in Pittsburgh. Thank you, Animal Companions, for all you did for me during my time in Las Cruces.

 Currently an Extern at Schumacher Veterinary Clinic - I've wanted to be a veterinarian since I was 10 years old. Mixed practice with a touch of emergency is what really appeals to me because of the inherent variety, but I like about 95% of the field and don't want to have to choose. When I'm not working on school or work, I write fantasy novels and listen to heavy metal. 

I had the privilege of working with Calista Animal Hospital for an externship in 2025. My expectations were surpassed! CAH provided me with one of the best learning environments I could ask for. Your per diem payment to me for my externship in Las Cruces was unbelievably generous! I think it is safe to say, ACofLC goes above and beyond in how they help students. Thank you for everything.