a hands-on veterinary emergency program, for kids!
VEG Little Vets is an exciting, hands-on program that teaches young children all about ER veterinary medicine. Through weekly classes taught by VEG emergency vets and veterinary nurses, kids, ages 7-9, learn how to use real ER tools and medical equipment to diagnose and treat their very own pretend patients. Each session focuses on a different topic—from bones and blood to physical exams and surgery—and uses interactive lessons, games, and activities to show what actually happens in the ER. It’s a fun and educational way for little vets-in-the-making to learn what it’s really like to be an animal doctor—from someone who does it (and loves it!) every day.
kids get to be ER vets, too!
For more than ten years, VEG founder, David Bessler, taught young children about the world of veterinary emergency. In his class, kids didn’t just hear about what happens in the ER, they experienced it—blood, guts, and all! After seeing how well children responded to the class, it was decided that Little Vets should expand to a broader audience. Combining the medical knowledge of VEG emergency vets and veterinary nurses with a curriculum designed by a seasoned elementary school teacher, the program was soon brought to life. Now VEG Little Vets can reach more kids who are curious about veterinary medicine—and inspire the next generation to help people and their pets when they need it most.
inspiring the next gen
My daughter came into this class very afraid of dogs. Little Vets created a safe environment for her to not only learn about helping dogs and other animals, but also become more comfortable with them. After graduating, she was inspired to spend time with real dogs and overcome her fear. I highly recommend this class!
My daughter had the most amazing experience. She loved learning interesting facts about animals and their anatomy, and about all of the machines that help keep pets safe. She especially loved learning how to put a cast on a pet!
My daughter has said multiple times that she wishes Little Vets was every day—she loved it! Thanks for all of the hard work and care you've put into the program!
My son loved learning about different aspects of veterinary emergency medicine and enjoyed all of the hands-on activities—especially performing surgery and doing x-rays. He looked forward to Little Vets every week and even asked if he could take the class again!
My daughter loved learning about how to keep our dogs healthy and happy. She felt responsible and helpful at home after taking this class!
This was the perfect way to foster my daughter's love for animals!
My daughter was so excited about getting to help fix animals! She came home from every class talking about something new she learned and spent the remainder of the week telling anyone who would listen.
for curious little vets
developed by real ER pros
VEG Little Vets was created with the help of VEG emergency vets and veterinary nurses, who bring their real-life ER experience and passion for veterinary emergency to the program. This includes our teachers, who provide a fun and interactive classroom experience for students, and our collaborators, who worked behind the scenes to contribute their knowledge to our exciting, kid-friendly curriculum that covers everything you need to know to be a Little Vet.
