3 must-reads from veterinary technicians

In recognition of National Veterinary Technician Week, October 12-15, 2025, dvm360 is celebrating all our technician authors, which includes Jenn Bench, RVT, VTS (ECC), T-CCFP; Christine Mundy, BS, CVT; and Tabitha Kucera, RVT, VTS (Behavior), CCBC, KPA-CTP, FFCP. Technician contributors write on a variety of topics such as clinical procedures, patient behaviors and personal experiences that many others can relate to. The following are 3 articles authored by veterinary technician contributors:

Central venous catheter placement and maintenance

This step-by-step guide written by Jenn Bench, RVT, VTS (ECC), T-CCFP, outlines safe placement, maintenance, and removal of central venous catheters, as well as supplies, indications, and contraindications to reduce complications in patients.

How being a veterinary technician prepared me for motherhood

Clinical skills, multitasking, and medical instincts seamlessly prepared Christine Mundy, BS, CVT, for the challenges and rewards of parenting. She shares her personal story in this article.

Pain in plain sight: Recognizing chronic pain in the exam room

Author Tabitha Kucera, RVT, VTS (Behavior), CCBC, KPA-CTP, FFCP, provides instruction on how to identify subtle behavioral changes, work with caregivers, and use a multimodal approach to manage pain effectively.