FOR VETERINARY STUDENTS AND NEW GRADS
Vet School Taught You the Medicine.
We're Here for Everything Else.
Real talk. Real tools. A little humor. A whole lot of heart.
We're Dr. Monica Tarantino and Dr. Ashley Gray:
two veterinarians, authors, mentors, and national speakers helping the next generation of veterinarians thrive.
From clinical confidence to finding your own path in
veterinary medicine, we've got your back.
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Here's the thing...
Veterinary school did not teach you everything you need to know.
You will quickly realize that as soon as you start practicing.
It took us years to figure out how to apply medicine and communicate well to truly thrive in this field and in our practice.
And now we have systems that are SO SIMPLE AND CLEAR that we cannot WAIT to share with every new vet out there!
Look, the truth is that there is NO need to struggle on your own.
Check out our freebies, books, RACE approved course and mentorship opportunities. Everything we offer will transition you from student to established veterinarian. Follow us on Insta (@vetsontherise), and subscribe to our email list to join our Vets on the Rise community.
No matter where you are in your student or new grad journey... Your future in veterinary medicine is bright. Let us guide you.
<3 Ashley & Monica
2026 Lovet Vibe Keynote Speakers AVMA 2026 Speaker — Dr. Gray Published Veterinary Authors Clinical Leaders & Mentors
SOUND FAMILIAR?
You don't have to figure it all out alone.
You spent years learning the medicine. You survived the exams, the rotations,
and approximately a million cups of coffee.
And now you're expected to walk into an exam room, make decisions, communicate with clients, manage emergencies, and somehow feel like you know what you're doing.
Spoiler alert: Nobody feels completely ready on day one.
We created Vets on the Rise to bridge the gap between veterinary school and real-world practice with practical tools, honest mentorship, and encouragement from
veterinarians who've been in your shoes.
FIND YOUR NEXT STEP
Whatever your journey looks like,
we've got something for you.
Free Resources
A little confidence boost, on us. Guides and clinical tips for your next rotation, first job, or challenging case.
Books & Course
Less second-guessing. More “I've got this.” Practical support for GP, ER, surgery, and your first years in practice.
Speaking & Keynotes
Big energy, real stories, and practical career wisdom for veterinary schools, conferences, and new-grad events.
START HERE - IT'S FREE!
Your veterinary career confidence boost starts here.
First job?
ER cases?
Surgery nerves?
Clinical rotations?
We've created resources to help
you feel more prepared and a lot less alone.
No fluff. No judgment. Just practical advice
from two vets who remember those early years.
Two different journeys.
One big mission.
MEET YOUR MENTORS
We're Monica and Ashley — veterinary school
classmates turned colleagues, authors, business
partners, and passionate advocates for the next
generation of veterinarians.
Monica brings experience in general practice leadership, senior pet care, research, and veterinary entrepreneurship.
Ashley brings experience in internship training, GP and ER medicine, medical directorship, mentorship, and professional advocacy.
There's no one perfect way to build a meaningful veterinary career. We're here to help you find yours
and have a few laughs along the way.
Real-world resources for
real-world challenges.
LEARN WITH US
Because confidence doesn't magically appear with your diploma.
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General Practice
Emergency Medicine
New Vet Essentials
Surgery
For the everyday appointments and decisions that make up life in GP and featuring the top 20 cases you
will see! Specialist
insight included.
For those heart-racing ER moments when a practical approach matters and covering the top 20 most common cases you will see.
For building your surgical knowledge, preparation, and confidence. Available as an instant download with mini-surgery course add-on featuring real life walk throughs of a spay, neuter and hernia repair.
Our flagship self-paced course covering educational support for the transition into clinical practice. Think efficiency, running an exam room, managing complicated appointments, stats, surgery, and more!
Big energy. Real stories. Lasting impact.
We blend humor, heartfelt encouragement, and practical career guidance to help veterinary students and new graduates feel seen, inspired, and ready for what's next.
We're proud to have served as keynote speakers at the September 2026 Lovet Vibe event. Ashley also presented at AVMA 2026 as part of Hill's New Graduate Veterinarian Series.
Perfect for veterinary schools, student organizations, conferences, and vet
student or new-graduate programs.