Alysha McDaniel

CVT, MS

About the Author

Alysha worked in the emergency department at the University of Illinois Veterinary Teaching Hospital in Urbana, Illinois, for 10 years and now works as the clinical charge auditor. She also works part-time as an instructor for a veterinary technology program. Alysha enjoys teaching, speaking at conferences, and supporting the veterinary nurses in the hospital in any way possible.

Updated November 2025

Written By This Author

Dermatology

The Crusty Doberman: Identifying and Managing a Rare Dermatologic Diagnosis

Dogs who do not get enough zinc can develop a condition called zinc-responsive dermatosis (ZRD), which results in various dermatologic clinical signs, such as crusty, scaly lesions that are often mistaken for other skin conditions.

Personal/Professional Development

The Art of Teaching in Higher Education

Veterinary medicine has evolved so vastly in recent years that veterinary nurses have many potential career paths available.