I want to be an animal doctor....but................?
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Well being a Veterinarian is a difficult row to hoe so to speak. It is more difficult then becoming a doctor as there are so many who want to do it, but so few schools available. Salaries after all that work are not that great either. 90% of all new vet students are female. I can tell you from my experience in medicine that I felt the same way as a young man and thought I could never get through it. Many people in the healing professions feel that way initially. But trust me you do get over it, especially when you get personally involved. I am not sure how to say this, but it just happens. All of those fears just seem to melt away. I can not guarantee anything but I will say it is worth a try for you to get involved with an animal rescue group during a summer or even right now if you can spare the time. You will easily find if you can truly help these animals as a healer or not. some really great reading if you have not done it yet is "James Herriot's 4 Vol. Set (All Creatures Great and Small, All Things Bright and Beautiful, All Things Wise and Wonderful, The Lord God Made Them All) " It is a very none religious set of true stories about a British Vet in the 1930's. He tells it with such wit and wisdom that it just takes your breath away. Good luck to you whatever happens...
656583
My daughter wants to be a vet, and I'm ok with that because she can support me in my old age.  She's starting out by doing odd jobs like dog walking and picking up poop.  She wants to get a part-time job at the humane society which would be cool.
1011709
That sounds really cool. I would like to be that or a veterinarian.
633939
Hi there-\nI am currently a professor at a US vet school.  The semester ended last week- hence my ability to look at yahoo!\nTo become an exotic animal veterinarian you will attend veterinary school for 4 years just like all other vets.  Most veterinary schools have at least some courses for exotic animal medicine and some vet schools allow you to track towards large or small animal (companion) although to be a zoo vet you should try to attend a school that does not track and allows you the greatest exposure to all species.  Cornell has a strong exotic animal/zoo program as well as having a contract with the Syracuse zoo.  Tufts and University of MN both have well developed raptor (eagle/hawk rehab) programs.  While in vet school be active in any available raptor or wildlife programs and belong to the AAZV (American association of zoo veterinarians) organization at that school.  The National zoo has a competitive summer internship program for after your second year.  During your fourth (clinical rotation) year of vet school you should expect to spend at least 8 weeks doing an externship at a zoo- most zoos offer this program.  Best of luck- its a difficult and competitive specialty but you get to do some amazing work!
539474
I'd say your best bet would be to give up your profession.\nAnd get into the grind for youself.  You know what 'they' say.  Experience is the best teacher.  Than you'd surely know how to keep your bitches ignorant and happy at the same time.
86083
If you love zoology and medicine, and if you care for animals and would enjoy taking care of them, then it is the right choice of a career.
364465
I am a certified equine sports massage therapist.  I make $65/hr.  You won't find jobs for this, you work for yourself.  It is slow to get the business going, and you must live where there are a lot of horses.\n\nI am about to have my certification in canine massage as well.\n\nIf you want to do pet therapy, go for it.\n\nCheck out www.equissage.com for more info about becoming certified as an equine/canine sports massage therapist.
451851
There are lots of people who want to work for a vet. Have your mother ask your vet if he would hire a 16 year old, I suspect not. You might volunteer at an animal shelter to get experience
588039
"Please tell me what u guys think, and if its worth it or not.".........life is 2 short 2 sweat the small things--this is a small matter...yrs will go by and none of it will matter.Take the chance,take that p***y,and take it to another level.Right now u have a "masters degree"...later you'll have a phD=pimpin*hoggin*doggin...\npimp that hoochie dog!
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Possibly...\n\nhttp://www.vetbenefit.com/
555554
No, some of the most successful and helpful doctors are those who waited to enter med or vet school.  It tends to make you more aware of life and the suffering of others, whether human or animal.
828445
Around here it's 2 yrs. Most vets want someone with the technical and science background. You need to know about restraining animals, diseases, anatomy, medications - there is a lot to know.  And I believe the salaries aren't that great. If you love animals, though, it will be a very rewarding job.
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Becoming a Vet is along the same as becoming a MD.  You need good math, reading, chemistry and biology as well as all around good grades. \n\nYou should spend time with a variety of animals to see if you're really capable of doing the required things.  How about volunteering with the Humane Society to start out?  Walk the dogs, bathe, feed, and observe.  Be certain you aren't too squeamish to handle animals and exotic pets...... A Vet has to be able to care for them all, not just cute little dogs and cats but also horses, cows, mice, ferrets,  and snakes........\n\nYou may want to start as a Vet Tech instead.  That way you can learn how medicines are put together and what they do to help or hinder......... Check these things out on the net.\n\nIt's a great goal.  You must be persistent and willing to devote your time to study instead of pleasure.  The rewards will come later.  Good luck!
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In the fields you may be able to board horses. This would require you to have some working knowledge about caring for the animals. Do you want to keep the trees (I hope so), if not you may harvest them through a logging mill. Are you handy with construction? Maybe build a cabin or two for a retreat. You could offer services with the cabin, fishing, hiking, etc., if you enjoy doing that sort of thing.
514006
unless you already have a passion about a particular profession, at 16 you probaly wont know unitl you get out there a bit longer ....i would just try several jobs or intern, or volunteer at many different places to see what suits you...i wanted to be a vet really bad but i cannot stand to see an animal in pain so while it is what i wanted to do, i couldnt do it....
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Yep, all the advanced science you can take, AP classes in science and math especially so you can get the college credit. Also, get as far in math as possible. \n\nYou might also want to check into taking community college classes during the summer, to start earning college credit early. I know you don't have much time after all that, but you also could volunteer at the pound, humane society, or ASPCA and get a little hands-on experience. Good way to see if you really want to be a veterinarian, too. \n\nGood luck!
1137165
Try being a veterinary wallpaper.