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There is a lot of hard work put into this job, maintaining the health of all the animal patients. The overall job description of a veterinarian is a doctor who, “care[s] for the health of animals and work[s] to improve public health. They diagnose, treat, and research medical conditions and diseases of pets, livestock, and other animals” (Veterinarian). Vets also provide emergency care for injured animals as well as provide euthanization for animals unable to be treated effectively. There are several different kinds of vets, each with different daily tasks and patients to work on. The type of vet everyone usually first thinks of is a Clinical Vet, also known as a Companion animal Veterinarian. They treat regular household pets such as dogs, cats, rabbits, pigs, etc. This type of vet’s work environment usually includes being in private clinics and animal hospitals most of the time but can travel to farms and homes if needed. This is the most common field veterinarian students pursue. Another type is Equine Veterinarian. This type of vet focuses just on treating and caring for horses. They spend most of their times on ranches, and also at places like horse racing tracks and shows. Large Animal Veterinarians treat large farm animals such as horses, cows, sheep and pigs. A branch of this type of veterinarian is a Food Animal Veterinarian, who work towards improving public health by treating animals that

Your friendly dog doctor holds a unique place in the U.S. medical establishment—and not just because most of the clientele have four legs. Veterinary medicine is the only medical specialty with no established programs for monitoring and treating drug and alcohol abuse—despite evidence that medical professionals are statistically at higher risk for addictive problems. “Veterinarians in need of assistance fear losing their license and the stigma attached to suffering from an addiction or a mental issue,” according to Jeff Hall, DVM,

The practicality and variability associated with this profession will be intellectually challenging. However, I enjoy and am driven by challenging problems. Growing up, I noticed how our pets truly enhance our lives. They are an antidote for our loneliness, enrich our joys, and teach us about loyalty and love. Eventually, I became attracted towards medicine and animals. It wasn’t just because I’m interested in the health and welfare of animals, it was also able because I communicate well with people.

You have a lot of heroic veterinarian doctors who see the intrinsic value in saving the lives of animals. One doctor, in particular, even performs on wild, injured animals that he meets. In fact, he has performed miracles on pets who were otherwise paralyzed. Dr. Evan Antin, a man who has dedicated his life to helping and understanding the endangered and most exotic animals, has gone somewhat viral on the Internet, but it has been for a more curious reason than what you might expect.

Research with dogs from animal shelters and the practice surgeries will, in the long run, aid the lives of animals by training veterinarians.

Working at the Carpenter Veterinary Clinic of Nocona, Texas has impacted my life with several life-changing experiences in several small cases. Although one case will forever stay with me throughout my veterinary career, taking care of the dog with excruciating pain has made me want to stick with veterinarian practices, as well as made me stronger.

I have always had an interest in animals, having grown up alongside multiple pets; they have always been a part of my life. However, it wasn't until our beloved family dog fell ill with cancer that I began to realise the huge impact that a vet can have on the lives of both animals and humans and, I too, wanted to be able to help the lives of not only animals, but also the people who love them. My desire to study veterinary science was reinforced during my first work experience at a small animal practice, Vets4Pets. I witnessed several operations, from spays and castrations, to multiple dental procedures and a tumour removal from a Labrador.

¨Helping vulnerable animals and keeping pets in safe and loving homes requires a commitment from all of us—advocates, pet owners, shelters, leaders, and entire communities.¨ They are animal doctors because if an animal comesentire communities.¨ They are animal doctors because if an animal comes in and it is in bad shape the doctors have to give it medicine to help the animals get better.¨ It was a hot day in June when we first met Baxter. The tiny pup’s soulful eyes welled with gratitude when we rescued him, along with more than 300 other animals, from a neglectful shelter in Moulton, Alabama. He could barely breathe when we found him, and it was clear that the three-month-old puppy had already experienced more suffering than most dogs will ever know.Baxter was quickly

I have always been around animals, I’ve lost count of how many pets I’ve had. My pets are my family, and my family has played a huge part in who I am. I’ve wanted to be a Veterinarian since I was little, I’ve always wanted to help animals in need. My cat Gizmo, was found in the middle of a busy road near our house, the box that contained him and his siblings had been hit, and he was the only survivor. The moment he got home I knew what to do, I could tell he was too small to eat solids, so I went with my dad to get a bottle and formula. After weeks of care, we knew he was a part of our family. However, that experience made me realize that the actual medical care of animals would be hard for me, as I care deeply for all animals. Though, a few new options came to my attention during high school.

As a result of this diversity, no two days are alike, and an Equine veterinarian is always prepared. In a scientific field such as this, new solutions are discovered each day for old problems, thus, veterinarians must constantly expand their knowledge of the field to best serve their customers. This profession is one people’s livelihoods depend on, as such equine veterinarians are faithful to their jobs and love of animals. While a companion animal vet may be able to set regular hours and still receive plenty of clients, an equine veterinarian must always be available to come in for emergencies (Martin, 08 Oct.). This testimony, from my mentor and equine vet Dr. Michael Martin, corroborates that many veterinarians have to put in long hours. A normal day can start anywhere from six in the morning to continuing from the night before due to an emergency; as such, one in three veterinarians reported working more than fifty hours in a week (“Veterinarians”). The busyness of the day also depends on the time of year; spring is the most hectic as owners are breeding horses, summer and autumn are more relaxed, and winter receives the least amount of business as owners are less inclined to go out in the cold weather to ride and work their

In this article, Bob Barker is explained on a more personal level demonstrating his dedication and association with animal rights and his personal foundation, D J & T Foundation. He clarifies his love for animals since he was a child walking home looking for dogs and cats with his mother; Mr. Barker says his transformation into an animal rights activist was gradual and he soon learned the horrible conditions animals were enduring. He and his late wife changed a part of their lifestyle by both becoming vegetarians because of the growing concern for the animals; however, his regimen of no meat, fowl, fish, or dairy products did not prevent surgery to relieve a blockage on his left carotid artery. While in bed recovering, Bob creates a bill that

It's a typical morning at the Dupont Veterinary Clinic in Lafayette, La. Dr. Phillip Dupont is caring for cats and dogs in the examining room while his wife, Paula, answers the phone and pet owners' questions. Their two dogs are sleeping on the floor behind her desk.

The use of animals for therapeutic purpose has been on the rise in the recent years. There are many benefits from Animal therapy. Although it may seem far-fetched, sometimes, particular animals can have a better understanding of the psychology than medical professionals. One example of is the horse. Equine therapy uses the nature and honesty of horses to help people through, interactions between the two. Tim Hayes, through his extensive work with horses, uses his knowledge in conjunction with scientific research to write his novel, Riding Home: The Power of Horses to Heal. Even the title forms a bond between the readers and the book. In most cases, people ride on horses, but in this case, they are taking people to a place of desire, their home.

Advancements in veterinary medicine have benefitted human health, and animals benefit from the advancements in human medicine. In my opinion it is very important to consider the effects of zoonotic diseases from both animal and human perspectives. I recently attended a talk on veterinary public health, which inspired me to look further into this issue. I also took part in a Veterinary Disease Outbreak simulation, whereby I was one of 30 people chosen out of 100 applicants, and we attempted to ‘take control’ of an outbreak of avian influenza. It has opened my eyes to careers outside that of a Veterinary Surgeon in general practice, for example in the

“Large-animal veterinarians, who commonly work with horses, cows, pigs, sheep, and other farm animals, often have mobile practices. They may travel all over the countryside at all hours of the day and night, performing urgent procedures on sick or injured animals. This type of veterinarian works mainly with food-producing animals on large, corporate-run farms” (SDMyLife).