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Jeff’s Answer
It is possible to have a pet during any kind of school, but you should weigh what kind of life the animal will have. If you're not home often due to school or a social life, it might not be best to get a pet. You should see how your schedule develops and not rush into it - or get a pet that doesn't require as much attention. For example, a dog requires walks and exercise while a cat is happier being at home sometimes. Or fish are an easy pet to care for, too.
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Richard’s Answer
I had a dog during medical school. However my wife was a law student at the time and had more regular hours. When I was a student we still had 36 hour shifts at the hospital, so it would have been impossible to care for the dog on my own.