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Janeece McMahon
Q: How long have you been a Veterinary Nurse?
A: Five years.
Q: Why did you become a Veterinary Nurse?
A: Change of career, from working with plants to working with animals. I have a genuine love of animals.
Q: If you could be an animal, what type of animal would you be?
A: Cattle dog.
Q: If you were broke and only had $10 left in the world, how would you spend it?
A: Quickly.
Q: What part of your job do you like most?
A: The dog hair.
Q: What do you hope to be doing five years from now?
A: Lots more study and understanding of nursing.
Q: What has been the greatest challenge in your career so far?
A: Being confident and happy in what I do; able to study, even though I haven't studied in a long time.
Q: What is the toughest situation you have found yourself in at work or otherwise?
A: Standing up to my boss.
Q: Tell us your best tip for dealing with an aggresive pet.
A: Don't look into its eyes, make idle chatter and maintain a calm voice, and keep going with what you are doing.
Q: Tell us your best tip for dealing with an angry client.
A: Smile, understand and reasure.
Q: Finish this sentence: 'When life gets tough ...'
A: Smile, laugh and sing a song.