The feeling of a puppy’s soft fur is like no other, their excitement is irreplaceable. Growing up with these little furry creatures is a blessing. It’s something I’m forever thankful for. My dad’s stories and experiences are what lit that fire in me, growing my interest in animals. Dogs have taught me so much about myself and they have opened my eyes to all the wonderful things and emotions they can make you feel. My dad has shown me how much dogs affect people’s lives in a positive manner. All his experiences with these magnificent creatures today influence why I want to become a veterinarian.
As a young boy, I was introduced to various animals which I basically grew up with. I had about three frisky dogs, two mature turtles, and a chatty parrot. I wasn’t quite fond of all of them yet. I feared them: dogs could bite, parrots can peck, turtles could snap at me, and bunnies, they’re just bunnies. Considering all these fears, my dad started sharing his experiences with animals, and it was very intriguing. He was a veterinarian in Cuba so he had many encounters with all the animals. He’d talk about how he would care for …show more content…
It then led me to the world of Veterinary. I started watching YouTube videos about animals, where they were being rescued by animal lovers like myself, treated, cared for, and even adopted! Every video put a smile on my face and I knew that this is what I wanted to do. I kept researching all I could on dogs, cats, and all the animals I could think of. I went through pages and pages of information, taking it, all in. Once I told him about my interest in animals he started encouraging me to volunteer in pet adoption fairs and animal shelters, which were amazing experiences. I got to meet so many people with my same interests, even veterinarians who were happy to share their knowledge of the animals and their everyday life in the clinic with me! It’s truly
As a young boy, I was introduced to various animals which I basically grew up with. I had about three frisky dogs, two mature turtles, and a chatty parrot. I wasn’t quite fond of all of them yet. I feared them: dogs could bite, parrots can peck, turtles could snap at me, and bunnies, they’re just bunnies. Considering all these fears, my dad started sharing his experiences with animals, and it was very intriguing. He was a veterinarian in Cuba so he had many encounters with all the animals. He’d talk about how he would care for …show more content…
It then led me to the world of Veterinary. I started watching YouTube videos about animals, where they were being rescued by animal lovers like myself, treated, cared for, and even adopted! Every video put a smile on my face and I knew that this is what I wanted to do. I kept researching all I could on dogs, cats, and all the animals I could think of. I went through pages and pages of information, taking it, all in. Once I told him about my interest in animals he started encouraging me to volunteer in pet adoption fairs and animal shelters, which were amazing experiences. I got to meet so many people with my same interests, even veterinarians who were happy to share their knowledge of the animals and their everyday life in the clinic with me! It’s truly