Government veterinarians may be researchers for the National Institute of Health and the center for Disease Control. They may also work for the Food and Drug Administration or the U.S.Public Health Service. Many researchers have a Doctorate or Masters degree. New technology in livestock and food production mean that the career outlook for veterinary research is good. Companion Vets diagnose and treat problems with our beloved animal companions, they advise us on proper care of our pets.
Some vets specialise in treating exotic pets, such as ferrets, rabbits or birds.
Most Companion Animal Vets work in private practice. They hours worked can be long and outside of the normal 9 to 5. After all, you can never tell when an animal is going to get sick. Vets who specialise on larger animals tend to work with farmers and other agricultural businesses. They diagnose and treat problems with livestock.