Animals get many of the same treatments and operations that people get. For example, dogs and cats with heart problems can get pacemakers to help their hearts beat properly. Pets can also get chemotherapy for cancer. Most animal doctors receive 9 to 13 years of training. They attend four years of college, four years of veterinary school, and one to five years of hands-on training.
Some everyday things are poisonous to pets.
Animals have died from eating chocolate, human medicines, and antifreeze from cars. Many animals need medical help after they swallow household objects. A doctor in Michigan treated a cat that ate a jingle bell. Sometimes people in tall buildings leave windows open for fresh air. If there are no screens, curious cats often fall or jump out.