Are you a vet student looking for some real-world experience? We’ve got it for you! Whether you’re in your 1^st or 4^th year, we would love to have you for a few days or 2 weeks to show you what independent veterinary practice can be like. Our practice typically sees 40-60 doctor appointments daily, plus surgeries, ensuring you’ll be exposed to a variety of cases.

Do you want…

• Hands-on learning? We’ll guide you through physical exams, diagnosing, interpreting labs, surgery, record keeping, and client communications
• Mentorship? You will work with each of our vets to learn different approaches and answer all your questions.
• Diverse experiences? We see small animals, reptiles, small mammals, and birds!
• Housing? We have that available.
• A stipend? Yes, we’ll pay you for your work.
• A great location? We are located just south of Dallas, an easy drive into the Metroplex with all of its offerings.

We only host one extern at a time, so apply here to reserve your spot!

My time at the Animal Hospital of Ovilla made me feel well-rounded and more prepared for real-world veterinary medicine. I was able to get hands-on experience with surgeries, exotic animals, dogs and cats, and speaking to clients. The team at this clinic loves to teach and supports students with ample learning opportunities! – Madison, Texas A&M University

Animal Hospital of Ovilla gave me my first experiences with exotic species, as well as thorough workup of small animal cases and hands-on surgery experience.  I would recommend this externship to anyone looking to enhance their small animal experience or gain confidence working with exotics! – Lauryn, Ross University