K9 Carts Veterinary Scholarship
For decades, K9 Carts has been proud to offer support to up and coming veterinary students through our scholarship program. Recently, K9 Carts joined the Paw Prosper family to help further their mission of helping pets stay healthy, recover quickly and age gracefully.
We are excited to announce that the K9 Carts Scholarship program will continue under Paw Prosper. There will now be two separate scholarships: The Paw Prosper Student of Veterinary Medicine Scholarship and the Paw Prosper Continuing Education Scholarship.
Applications Are Now Closed. Follow Paw Prosper on LinkedIn for updates and announcements.
A New Phase: Paw Prosper Scholarships
Paw Prosper Student of Veterinary Medicine Scholarship Requirements
Number of scholarships available: 2
Value: $1,000 per scholarship
Requirements:
- Must be a resident of the United States or Canada
- Undergraduate or graduate student
- Eligible Field of Study: Veterinary Medicine or related field
- Eligible Schools: Any accredited university or college in the U.S. or Canada
- Minimum GPA Requirements: 2.5
Paw Prosper Continuing Education Scholarship Requirements
Number of scholarships available: 2
Value: $1,000 per scholarship
Requirements:
- Must be a resident of the United States or Canada
- Current professional in the animal health and wellness industry (e.g., DVM, RVT)
- Eligible Schools: Any accredited continuing education courses in the field of animal health and wellness (tCPT, CCRT, CCAT, CCRP, CSCC, CCRVN, CVAT etc.)
Congratulations to our 2026 Scholarship Recipients
STUDENT OF VETERINARY MEDICINE SCHOLARSHIP
“By combining advanced clinical
training with my innate empathy, I
intend to minimize the pain and
suffering inflicted by animal
cancers. I am fully prepared to
dedicate my professional life to
keeping animals healthy for
longer, honoring Snuggs' legacy
by ensuring that future patients
receive the sophisticated,
dignified care they truly deserve“
Sophie Adams, 1st Year, Veterinary Nursing, Purdue University
STUDENT OF VETERINARY MEDICINE SCHOLARSHIP
“My dog's wheelchair taught me
that sometimes a single
innovation can create months or
even years of precious memories
for a family. That lesson
continues to guide my
educational journey and career
goals. I hope to contribute to the
future of veterinary medicine by
embracing new technologies,
expanding access to advanced
care, and ensuring every patient
receives compassionate
treatment tailored to their needs.“
Amiyah Ransom, 2nd Year Animal Science, Pre-Veterinary, Kansas State University
STUDENT OF VETERINARY MEDICINE SCHOLARSHIP
“Veterinary medicine is an ever-
changing field, driven partly by
scientific advances, but also by
the dedicated owners that want
better for their pets. I will
continue to grow and learn so
that my knowledge and skills, in
conjunction with those of general
practitioners and other
specialists, will provide the most
well-rounded, high-standard care
for our 4-legged (or 3-legged)
family members.“
Megan Wiltzius, DVM, CVA, CCRP
STUDENT OF VETERINARY MEDICINE SCHOLARSHIP
“My purpose is to help senior
animals live the most
comfortable, pain-free, good
quality life possible, empower
their families in that same
mission, and help fearful animals
get access to high quality care. I
continue to seek ways to help
senior pets maintain the activities
that bring them joy, adapt their
environments to diminishing
mobility, and manage pain so they
can remain comfortable, active,
and happy.“
Sandie Wood, DVM, CHPV, CPEV
Congratulations to our 2025 Scholarship Recipients
STUDENT OF VETERINARY MEDICINE SCHOLARSHIP
“As I worked my way from kennels to diagnostics and assisting, I found
the same truth repeated over and over. Animals heal best when people understand their needs and when they are treated as individuals, not cases or conditions.”
“I want to be a veterinarian who sees the whole picture, not just symptoms. Someone who recognizes that behind every patient is a story, a bond, and a family relying on our care. I want to show up for rural communities like the one I grew up in, where animals are not just pets, but partners. I want to bring not only clinical knowledge, but compassion that honors the relationships people have
with their animals.“
Lainey Caswell, 4th Year Biochemistry & Veterinary Sciences Major, University of Arizona
STUDENT OF VETERINARY MEDICINE SCHOLARSHIP
“What began as an opportunity to help animals in need evolved into a
profound lesson in compassion, empathy, and the unbreakable bond between people and their pets. Through this experience, I was able to see first-hand that the human-animal bond exists across all walks of life and is often the strongest where there is little else to hold onto. My time with the Street Dog Coalition shaped not only how I see the relationship between people and animals but also the kind of veterinarian I aspire to be, one who is committed to expanding access to care and delivering compassionate, high-quality care to all. “
Roberta Bailey, 4th Year DVM Candidate, Western University
CONTINUING EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP
“In traditional practice, I was constantly reacting—putting out fires, chasing schedules, pushing through exhaustion. Now, I work proactively. I look at the whole patient, not just the problem. I’ve traded 30-minute consults for meaningful conversations and 90 minute assessments. I prioritize mobility, prevention, and quality of life for my patients and understanding and empathy for my clients. I use therapeutic exercise, PEMF and laser as primary tools to help patients move and feel better. Most importantly, I’ve reconnected with why I became a veterinarian in the first place: to help animals live more comfortable lives—and to do it with intention, and compassion while prioritizing client
understanding.“
Dr. Amanda Ahokas, DVM CCAT
