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Peyton Nov 22, 2025 263 views

What is veterinary school like?

I'm in highschool and would like to become a veterinarian. Is vet school like highschool where there very little hands on work?

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Bryleigh Nov 22, 2025 887 views

What does a typical day look like for a marine veterinarian, specifically marine mammal vet? #fall25

I am trying to decide if this is what I want to pursue, but before I start the long college journey, I wanted to get an idea of what I will be getting myself into. Also I would like to know the best skills and personalities that help a person succeed in this field. #fall25

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Jayden Sep 29, 2025 953 views

Should I go to a technical college before going to a four year college then to vet school?

Hi, I am a senior in high school and I'm interested in becoming a veterinarian, I will be going to vet school at Clemson, and a technical college that is close to home offers courses that transfer to Clemson. I talked with a vet and she said I should go to a four year college for undergrad...

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Vanessa May 01, 2025 1649 views

How should I spend my summer- gaining relevant experience, or gaining money to pay for college?

Hey everyone! Aspiring exotic animal veterinarian here, I'm trying to decide how to use my summer. Last summer and throughout this current school year, I've interned at a vet clinic unpaid. I've just gotten my CVA Level 1 Certification, too. Here are my two decisions- Option 1) Apply to work a...

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nicole Apr 26, 2025 736 views

What can I do to manage student loan debt and afford to work towards starting my own veterinary practice after graduation ?

I am looking for any advice on how someone already in the veterinary workforce pays for student loans or worked towards not having as much in student loans and was able to open their own practice right after graduation?

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Jenna Apr 24, 2025 408 views

When should I determine the specialty I want to pursue if I'm planning on going to vet school?

Is this something I can decide after I've been admitted and am enrolled in vet school, or should I know before?

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Rachel Apr 17, 2025 705 views

Best way to minimize debt for DVM degree? #Spring25

My goal is to achieve DVM degree (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine) Since this is 6 to 8 years of college education. How or best way I can achieve this goal with minimal of debt? I am staying with in state colleges (University of Findlay) and transferring to OSU Vet medicine (hopefully!) Applying...

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Jordan Apr 19, 2025 506 views

what is the best thing I can do in my undergraduate to prepare for vet school?

I will only have 3-years in undergraduate because of early college classes so there is less time but i know a lot of things have to be done. what should I focus on most?

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Laney Apr 13, 2025 1107 views

Should I Get a Job as Soon as I Get to College?

I am a current high school senior and will be attending Texas A&M University in the fall to study animal science. I have held a job as a vet tech for the past two years and was hoping to find another job as a vet tech once I get to College Station, however people keep recommending that I hold...

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Ash Feb 24, 2025 2959 views

Is being a Veterinarian worth the years of medical school?

I would love to work with animals but the medical school is at least 12 years and I am unsure that the pay would be worth all of the school bills putting me into dept.

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Mirielle Feb 05, 2025 859 views

Do I have to take AP chemistry in high school to become a veterinarian?

Hi there my name is Mirielle I'm a sophomore in high school interested in a career as a veterinarian. I'm wondering if I would have to take AP chemistry in high school I'm going to take chemistry but right now AP chemistry doesn't fit into my schedule.

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Jawahir Jan 08, 2025 2051 views

What steps can I take to make the transition to a pharma career possible?

Hi, I am 40 years old , working as a production chemist in dental industry,
3 years back I completed MSc pharma course , and I want to transition my career to pharma. But , unfortunately not possible . I am not sure. I need guidance ? I need You

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Lendsy Jan 07, 2025 847 views

What should my college major be? What are the most important steps? And things along those lines.

I am a first generation student and I'm stressed with the college process. I want to become a livestock vet but don't know the steps I need to take to achieve this.

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Brinley Nov 29, 2024 1425 views

What are the best uni/colleges in the Saskatchewan East Alberta region What can you do at a vet clinic while still being in high school??

I have a two picked out for sure that I want to apply too when I’m older (Lakeland College and Olds) . What are jobs you can do in a vet clinic while being in school that’s preferably not a receptionist ( my closest one is TERRIBLE to their receptionist and just employees in general)

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Ariana Nov 14, 2024 1969 views

What are the steps to becoming a Vet Sonographer?

I've been going back and forth on whether I want to be a vet radiologist or a vet sonographer. I am leaning a little more towards the second option. I need help on what to do because it is such a specific field of work. I am 17 in my senior year and I want to know what to major in in...

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Ella Oct 30, 2024 2127 views

What are some veterinary jobs other than just the "standard vet"?

Hello!

I'm really interested in veterinary medicine, but not in being a clinical vet. What are some other jobs within this subject? Any information about day-to-day tasks, education requirements, salaries, or work conditions would be super helpful and greatly appreciated. Thank you!

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Julia Oct 28, 2024 1075 views

How do I become a large animal vet?

I have an interest in becoming a vet, but I do not want to be in a clinic. How would I specify to my vet school that this is my interest? #Fall24

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Karina Aug 24, 2024 1903 views

Should I pursue being a veterinary radiologist, is it worth it income wise?

I want to be a veterinary radiologist but I don’t know the income and I don’t want to live poorly, im not sure what I should do to get into vet school, or what I need to do, I’m a junior and I’ve been really stressed. I know for a fact that I want to be a vet. Also is it too hard? Is it almost...

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Hannah Jul 26, 2024 1703 views

What schooling is needed to be an animal rehabilitatior?

I love animals so so so much and and want to work for their wellbeing. I am thinking about rehabbing wildlife as well as working as an animal control officer. I really struggle with math, science and language. I need help

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Harman Jul 16, 2024 2758 views

what are the qualification for animal husbandry?

whats animal husbandry

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Amber Jul 05, 2024 1340 views

Vet tech classes?

What classes in high school and collage would be most helpful with being a vet tech?

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Olivia May 25, 2024 1599 views

Any tips or advice on whether its worth it to become a zoo vet vs zookeeper? Thank you all! #Spring24

I am currently a zoo science major and debating on whether I want to go to vet school after I graduate!

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Jasmine May 21, 2024 863 views

What school is easier?

How hard is radiology school compared to Veterinary school?

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irelyn May 01, 2024 672 views

help i want to be someone that works with animals, what should I be?

i want to be someone that works with animals, what should I be?

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Hannah Apr 30, 2024 3498 views

What should I study to be a good vet tech?

I really want to be a vet tech and I wanna start studying now

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Malia Apr 29, 2024 955 views

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...

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Sophie Mar 21, 2024 8728 views

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...

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CareerVillage Office Hours Jan 19, 2024 942 views

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

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CareerVillage Office Hours Jan 19, 2024 2387 views

How easy is it to get hired as a veterinarian?

This question was asked anonymously by a junior in high school

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Rebecca Jan 05, 2024 1388 views

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.