Career questions tagged veterinary-medicine
What do veterinarians mainly focus on.?
I really wanted to be a veterinarian. So I would want stuff that make me b in the right direction to become a veterinarian.
How much schooling does it take to get your DVM license and become a vet. Also, is it more practical to join a veterinary practice when coming out of school or starting your own #Spring24?
Hi, I am a junior is high school and I am looking to becoming a veterinarian. Currently, I am considering the length of education it will take, and the cost of education and if that is feasible for me. Along with the second part of the question, would you be able to give an estimate on the cost differences between starting your own practice or joining one? Thank you so much! #Spring24
Should I buy any veterinary equipment for myself as a vet-tech?
I have enrolled into Alfred State College in New York as a veterinary technology major. On my packing list and website, there was no information about whether I should buy any veterinary equipment for myself as in stethoscopes or scrubs, etc. Should I buy anything early for my college classes and further on into my career?
I'd like to work with animals. What careers are available for me ?
What careers focus in animals?
Looking to interview a Veterinarian for a college assignment?
Are there any Vets out there that can assist me in answering these questions? 1. Can you share a little bit about your background, education, and what led you to pursue a career in Veterinary Medicine? 2. Could you provide an overview of the typical responsibilities of a Veterinarian? 3. What does your work-life balance look like? 4. What are some of the most challenging experiences you've encountered throughout your career, and how did you approach them? 5. What do you believe are the biggest misconceptions people have about Veterinary Medicine? 6. How do you see the field of Veterinary Medicine evolving in the future? 7. As an aspiring Veterinarian, what advice would you offer for navigating Veterinary school and preparing for a career in the field? 8. What traits, if any, do you believe make for a successful Veterinarian?
Why be a veternarian?
What led you to choose to be a vet? What do you like about it and why did you want to do it.
Challenges?
What is the most challenging thing about being a veterinarian while training or working on the job?
Whats the best way to go about becoming a vet assistant?
I'm a college graduate, currently working as a paraprofessional and I'm trying to get into the animal care field.
What is the best way to prepare for pre-vet as a 16 year old sophomore in high school (How to get internships/scholarships/best ap classes to take/other extracurriculars that will get me into college) ?
I am a 16 year old in 10th grade and I'm not sure how to properly prepare if I want to go to college with the intention of eventually getting into veterinary.
How do I become a Veterinary Radiologist!
Hello I am 15 years old in the 10th grade, I am trying to be a veterinary Radiologist when I get out of HS. Alot of people are telling me to go to community college first because It is cheaper and THENNN go to college but Im very confused. I would like to go to community college first then go to college. Can someone please tell me the steps I need to go to becoming a Veterinary Radiologist and if you can add the college! ( and what I need to major in)
Is it better to volunteer at a wildlife rehabilitation center or a zoo if you want to be a vet tech or own an animal rescue?
I really wanna be a vet tech.
Is it better to volunteer at a wildlife rehabilitation center or a zoo if you want to be a vet tech or animal rescuer?
I really want to be a vet tech. It is a life dream.
How can I volunteer in Florida (age 15) ?
I REALLY wanna be a vet tech. It’s my dream job.
I’m thinking about applying to USC as either a pre-health biology major or a pre-health marine biology major. I want to attend vet school in the near future and wanted to know which one would be best to do or if I should major in something else that would set me up for success in vet school.
I also wanted to know what the job options would be if I didn’t get accepted into vet school if I did major in one of these. Note: this question was asked anonymously by a learner
What are some volunteer opportunities in Florida? I’m fifteen and really want to volunteer. ?
I really want to be a vet tech. I’ve never volunteered before I hope you have some advice for me.
What animal rescues/shelters will allow a 15year old child to volenteer?
I love animals of all kinds! They are my passion! I dream of being a vet tech or animal control officer. I’ve never been able to volunteer someplace but I really want to.
What career other than vet could someone with an interest in animals/healthcare pursue?
I’m an 11th grader. I’ve wanted to be a veterinarian since I was 5. I’ve taken all the classes I believed were useful for my career and am in a program for aspiring medical professionals. However I’m having doubts now as many vets say that it’s an under appreciated job with high stress that you shouldn’t go into if you “just like animals” (the main reason I wanted to enter the field) I’m feeling a bit lost now. I considered becoming a paramedic but I was told it was a high-stress, low-pay job. What other careers could I pursue?
How would I go about becoming a veterinarian ?
I'm 16. I'll be graduating highschool in 2025 when I'm 17. I'd like to study veterinary science and eventually become a veterinarian. I don't know where to start though. What courses should I take? Were should I go to study? Should I settle for a vet tech? Should I pursue something else? I have no idea what I'm doing or who to talk to about what I should be doing to prepare.
How can I learn this? or where?
I would like to become a vegetarian for pets for example # How much will it cost How many years? and if there are programs for learning pet medicine or animal doctor
how long is veterinary school?
I've always wanted to be a vet and i love animals but i dont know if i should take years out of my life just towards university. how many years is vet school?
What are your best suggestions for looking for a vet school? Any application tips?
This question was asked anonymously by a junior in high school
How easy is it to get hired as a veterinarian?
This question was asked anonymously by a junior in high school
What are the educational requirements that lead to your career as a veterinarian?
This question was asked anonymously by a junior in Utah. They are interested in becoming a veterinarian
What are the perks of working in an animal clinic?
This question was asked anonymously by a student who is a junior in high school. They are very interested in becoming a veterinarian
What are the hardest things to do as a veterinarian?
I want to take care of all kinds of animals
What is an animal pathologist and how do you become one?
I am exploring my options, thinking about being a vet or something that relates.
College-advice?
What college classes should I take if I wanted to be a Veterinarian? Are there any requirements to be able to go to Vet school? How should I know what classes I need to take?
What advice do you have for someone wanting to be a veterinarian.?
Hello, I have always wanted to be a veterinarian but now as I'm headed for university I have a lot of doubts and questions. How hard is it to get into veterinary school? What was the most challenging part and what tips would you give to someone going into their undergrad?
