Career questions tagged vetmed-veterinarian-vetmedcareer-vetschool-animaldoctor
How do you stay motivated while pursuing a demanding degree?
For context, I come from a low-income background and am pursuing a degree in veterinary medicine. I know that this career path is difficult in terms of coursework and requires many years of schooling. I am transferring from a Community College to a 4-year institution this fall, with veterinary school following afterward. As I am transferring into such a specific major so my academic pathway requires at least 2.5 years, with the addition of taking Summer and Winter classes, with veterinary school being 4 years. My financial background also sets me back in struggling to pay for school and likely needing to work full time, which hinders my studies. Veterinary school is noted to be very competitive, and most people get rejected in their first year of applying. I am trying to stay optimistic throughout the hardships and also want to make the most of my time in college. Overall, how do you stay motivated in such a difficult career path while also balancing personal life, work, and getting involved on campus? #Spring25
If policy shifts and funding cuts threaten conservation initiatives, what can I do to help push for lasting change?
I’m a high school senior at Ladue Horton Watkins High School, planning to attend either the University of Connecticut or the University of Missouri-Columbia to pursue a career in wildlife veterinary medicine. While I’m excited about my future, I’m increasingly anxious about how the growing disregard for sustainability and conservation today could limit opportunities for wildlife veterinarians and hinder crucial efforts to protect vulnerable ecosystems in the years ahead.
I have a lot of questions?
I have a few questions 1. I applied at the Vetco mobile vaccine clinic as a customer advisor. Over the phone, the recruiter asked me to come to the location for a tour of the facility. When I went, she showed me how everything was set up and said that she would send me the offer letter that same day or later that week. My first question is, I haven't gotten the offer letter yet, how many days should I wait until I send a follow-up email asking about the offer letter? 2. If time does pass, how should I format the email to not seem pushy or desperate. 3. Does working at this clinic count as veterinary hours needed for Veterinary school? and how should I keep track of these hours?
What was the one of the hardest parts of veterinarian school How did you over come it, and do you feel like it made you a better person? #Spring25
for example, did you it make you a better person about how you go forward in life, how you deal with stress, etc? #Spring25
Leaving a career to pursue later?
I am thinking of becoming a Vet Technician but initially feel pursuing at this time in my life wouldnt be the best choice. I dont feel emotionally or mentally able to pursue this dream as of right now and feel, maybe I should wait till several years till I make the decision. I feel not starting this career would hurt me later in the future but honestly am not sure what to do. Should I choose to wait a couple years to become a Veternarian Technician and instead, go on to do college but choose to do a different degree or should I pursue Veterinarian Technician now? Let me know what you think.
What should I do? I’m really stressed and I don’t know what to do please help me
As a 16 yr old student who’s so close to getting to college I’ve been very stressed lately into what career I want to pursue. I want to be a veterinary radiologist but I don’t know the average salary of it, how many years does it take, if it’s too hard, what do I need to become one, or where should I finish my studies. I’m not clear with anything, at first I wanted to be just a vet but for me salary is really important, I don’t want to live poor, so I researched and found that vet techs or nurses are underpaid and one of the highest paid jobs is radiology which was my second choice since I love it. I need help figuring eveything out and I can’t have anything too expensive for my studies. I’m freaking out and don’t know what I should do.
Should I choose to be a veterinarian?
I am looking at being a veterinarian as one of my possible career choices. What skills do you need? Any specific personality traits you would need or the type of person you need to be in order to be one? What is being a veterinarian like, day to day and so forth? Is it worth it? How do you get to being a veterinarian? When should you start? How much schooling is needed? Any and all information on being a veterinarian is helpful. Thank you in advance!
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How early did you start looking for internships? How did you find some? Is veterinary school as hard as they say? What do you love most about being a veterinarian?
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?
What should i know about Veterinary Science before selecting a major and what are my options?
Hello I'm a senior in high-school and I'm planning my career/college path. I am very interested is Veterinary Science and plan on studying in that field. I would love to learn more about Veterinary Science and soon select a major in that field. I would appreciate any information, guidance, or advice in this field while I advance through my last year of high-school and build my resume.
How long will it take to become a veterinarian?
How long will it take for vet tech school and then veterinary school? I want to become a vet tech first and then a veterinarian after. I’m curious how long it would take in total.
What should I expect going into veterinary medicine?
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I love animals and I'm a creative person. What career is best for me?
Hi! I'm really interested in animals and biology. I have tried 2 entrance exams already , but I did not get selected. I am really clueless now as I don't know what to do. I'm also a creative person and enjoy art and even interior designing.
what are the types of veterinarians? if so do you need to study that specific position In college? or do you study everything from there?
I want to be a vet surgeon, and i'm not sure if there's a specific name for that. I also want to know what it's like, besides doing surgeries, and if there's other things that need to be done. I also want to make sure i'm taking the right path. thank you! #surgeon #veterinarian