BVH's Wonderful Veterinary Assistants

Claire Cooper

It was a dark and stormy night, as Claire, unemployed and a tad bit despairing, decided to manifest the perfect job. Wondering what that might truly entail, she began to write. It must be with animals. It would be fantastic if it involved LOTS of cleaning, gosh, especially lots of mopping. She knew her heart would soar if only she could work weekends and earn less than $5.00 an hour. Within a week the ad appeared: Boulder Veterinary Hospital now hiring Kennel/Janitorial position. She suspected the job was hers for the asking as she aspired in general and was most appreciative of the fabulous rhyming scheme. And indeed she was hired. While initially shy and a touch awkward, the inevitable maturing process within the nurturing environment of Boulder Vet has equipped Claire, finally, to be a skilled, well paid, contented employee in a job she holds dear. And while no longer mopping, it is the caring for animals, their people and everyone at Boulder Vet that led her to truly believe in the bumper sticker, THINK GOOD THOUGHTS.



Anna Maria Gertz

 

Growing up on a farm, I was surrounded by many cats, dogs, cows and even goats. For several years I was able to train horses. It made me realize that my desire for a career is working in the animal medical field. I have lived in Colorado for almost 4 years and am happy to have been given the opportunity to work as a veterinary assistant at Boulder Veterinary Hospital. I find great joy in learning how we can give our pets such special care and love being able to help in any way possible. I am 26 years old and enjoy hiking, biking, swimming, snowmobiling and cooking. My hobbies involve arts and crafts which include drawing and making dream catchers.