Veterinarians are animal doctors who care for pets, livestock, sporting, zoo and laboratory animals and who also protect humans against diseases carried by animals.
Some veterinarians perform research or teach at a school of veterinary medicine.
You must complete high school or your GED and pass certain college-preparatory classes, including English, math and science Finish at least two years of college in an associate or bachelor's degree program with certain courses in the physical and biological sciences, math, English and the humanities. Pass clinical, national and state licensing examinations. As a veterinarian, you will likely run your own clinical practice. If you treat small animals, you will generally work in an animal hospital or clinic. People will bring their pets to you for treatment.