Amy's known she wanted to be a veterinarian since she was a child. She doesn't feel she faced any barriers to becoming a veterinarian but also emphasizes that it's a highly competitive field. Girls need to excel in math and science and plan to major in science during undergraduate school. A veterinarian can find work anyplace in the country. And really enjoy lifelong learning.
Veterinarians also use their skills to protect humans against diseases carried by animals.
Most veterinarians perform clinical work in private practices caring for primarily small animals. Veterinarians diagnose animal health problems, vaccinate against diseases such as distemper and rabies, medicate animals with infectious or illnesses, treat and dress wounds, set fractures, perform surgery, and advise owners about feeding , behavior, and breeding. A Bachelor's degree in pre-med. Upon graduation students must pass a licensing exam to practice. Competition for admission to veterinary school is very high.