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I want to be a vet and a doctor?

I want to be a doctor and I would like to be a vet to if i can and I would love to work with animals and after I’m done with college I want to get a veterinary clinic license and love to work with animals because I love animals!

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Midwest’s Answer

A vet is definitely a type of doctor for animals! The best path to this decision is likely to get as much exposure as you can both with physicians and vets while you are in college and then make a decision. Each of the parts of your question mention animals, animals, animals, and this leads me to think you would be happiest as a vet, which is a very admirable profession.

The best time to get these experiences are early in college so that you can plan the application process accordingly. When deliberating what to ultimately commit to, think about which experience you absolutely cannot live without. If this does not lead to a clear decision, then you can consider secondary factors such as lifestyle, salary, work demands, and training requirements.

Hope this helps!
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T.J.’s Answer

Hello Brooke!

I always thought of Veterinarians as animal doctors. 😄
In fact, many countries grant vets a degree called a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM). So, a DVM can allow you to act as a doctor of pets, in a way!

If you're serious about helping animals versus humans and want to study medicine, you can become a vet.
Here's some resources to start off your journey!

- University HQ: https://universityhq.org/how-to-become/veterinarian-careers/
- Veterinary Blog: https://veterinary.rossu.edu/about/blog/how-to-become-a-veterinarian
- Career Addict: https://www.careeraddict.com/become-veterinarian
- VetInfo: https://www.vetinfo.com/veterinary-career-path.html

Sending you encouragement as you consider becoming a vet :)
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Sarah’s Answer

Being a veterinarian *IS* being a doctor, not just acting like one as suggested in a prior answer. Veterinarians are indeed doctors, with a knowledge base that encompasses and exceeds that of human medical doctors. The prerequisites for medical and veterinary schools are quite similar, as are the courses taken during the study. However, a veterinary degree demands an even broader range of knowledge. If you're considering a career in veterinary medicine, remember that it's not just about treating animals. It's a profession deeply rooted in human interaction. More often than not, there's a person connected to the animal you're treating, making decisions and emotionally invested in your patient.
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