Veterinarians Veterinarians Veterinarians examine and treat pets and livestock. They work with healthy animals as well as those that are sick or injured. Most veterinarians work with pets. They treat mainly dogs, cats, and birds. However, veterinarians may also see ferrets, snakes, and lizards.
Some veterinarians treat large animals, such as horses and cows.
A few veterinarians treat both small and large animals. Veterinarians diagnose medical problems, dress wounds, and set broken bones. They also perform surgery, prescribe medicines, and vaccinate animals against diseases. They talk to owners about the care and feeding of animals. They advise large animal owners about breeding.