Veterinarian
A long stethoscope around the neck. An ankle-length lab coat. A kind smile and kind words.This is what a veterinarian is typically described as, though that is only the outside appearance. Behind this kind facade is a hard-working person, determined to help the world by looking after the animals that everyone all loves. Unfortunately, all everyone sees is only what is on the outside. Most never even begin to wonder how much stamina it takes to uphold such an important task. The truth is, becoming a veterinarian takes a lot of work, and even though the pay for being a veterinarian might be worth all of the extra schooling, this field is very competitive, so finding a job is not particularly hopeful.
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For instance, they must have some knowledge in science and mathematics, which could prove very helpful in figuring out how much medicine to administer to an animal (“Veterinarians” Illinois para. 28). Since many assignments that veterinarians are required to perform involve the veterinarian having to make quick decisions, being able to think quickly under pressure is another valued asset that many veterinarians need (“Veterinarians” CollegeGrad para. 30). This could also include making the sad decision of putting down an animal if it is visibly apparent that it will not live (“Veterinarians” Bureau para. 40). Along with coming up with solutions on the spot, being able to look for similarities in symptoms of previous animals’ and comparing them to the symptoms of the current ailing animal, a veterinarian should be able to figure out what is making the animal illailing the animal and how to go about treating it (“Veterinarians” Illinois para. 31). However, not only do veterinarians need to figure out what is wrong with an animal and fix it, they also develop new ways
A long stethoscope around the neck. An ankle-length lab coat. A kind smile and kind words.This is what a veterinarian is typically described as, though that is only the outside appearance. Behind this kind facade is a hard-working person, determined to help the world by looking after the animals that everyone all loves. Unfortunately, all everyone sees is only what is on the outside. Most never even begin to wonder how much stamina it takes to uphold such an important task. The truth is, becoming a veterinarian takes a lot of work, and even though the pay for being a veterinarian might be worth all of the extra schooling, this field is very competitive, so finding a job is not particularly hopeful.
In order for a veterinarian to be successful at …show more content…
For instance, they must have some knowledge in science and mathematics, which could prove very helpful in figuring out how much medicine to administer to an animal (“Veterinarians” Illinois para. 28). Since many assignments that veterinarians are required to perform involve the veterinarian having to make quick decisions, being able to think quickly under pressure is another valued asset that many veterinarians need (“Veterinarians” CollegeGrad para. 30). This could also include making the sad decision of putting down an animal if it is visibly apparent that it will not live (“Veterinarians” Bureau para. 40). Along with coming up with solutions on the spot, being able to look for similarities in symptoms of previous animals’ and comparing them to the symptoms of the current ailing animal, a veterinarian should be able to figure out what is making the animal illailing the animal and how to go about treating it (“Veterinarians” Illinois para. 31). However, not only do veterinarians need to figure out what is wrong with an animal and fix it, they also develop new ways