Veterinarians are extremely hard workers, they work day and nonstop. Helping all types of animals in different ways. Some duties a vet would have are: Examining animals to find out what is wrong so they can fix the problem. To treat wounds. Perform surgery on animals. Test and vaccinate against diseases that these animals would have. Use medical equipment, such as X-ray’s. To tell animal owners about general health care, treatments, options, and medical conditions. To give an animal their medication they need. Vets also do dental health; they mostly work with cats and dogs, but also other animals too. There are many different kinds of veterinarians. Moat all vets are full time workers. The work can be emotionally and physically stressful and heartbreaking, caring for sick animals that need help. …show more content…
First, you have to complete four years in college and get your bachelor’s degree. Then it takes another four years in the medicine program. Vets must be licensed to practice in the United States. It is also really hard to get into a medical school, so applying should paid attention too highly. Having good grades I high school is good, but having A’s in especially science and math. It takes respect and compassion to become at veterinarian.
Work Environment:
Most vets work in private hospitals and clinics. Some vets work in the wild life helping the wildlife, no matter the weather. Others work on farms, ranches, and some in slaughterhouses. When working with animals that are scared or in pain, veterinarians risk being
bitten, kicked, and scratched. Also veterinarians are working with diseased animals risk being infected by the disease.
Pay:
The average pay in the United States was $88,000 in May 2016. The lowest pay was $50,000 and the highest was $161,000. With vets working full-time, then nights, weekends, and having to go to work on emergencies. So, their pay can get