Is Vet School Right For You? My Experience
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- How did the Bow Tie Vet Guy get to his career today? Dr. Mike breaks down his experience in vet school as well as how to figure out if being a veterinarian is right for you. The Bow Tie Vet Guy explains what it takes to get in and what your options are in pet medicine.
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I'm in vet school and to anyone hesitating, let me tell you that it's awesome. What's most awesome aren't the classes, it's the opportunities you get to learn via school clubs and hands-on labs. If you get in, be involved! It will truly make your experience so much more worthwhile.
What vet school are you currently attending? What undergrad school did you attend? I am just a sophomore in high school but have gotten all A's my entire life and have wanted to be a small animal vet/surgeon for as long as I can remember! Seeing people live out my dream, even throughout the hardships of vet school, makes me want to achieve it even more :)
I really want to be a vet. But I suck at math and science. It's not the right job for me
@@shroomdooms1692 yeah I hate math but science I really like so I’m conflicted lol
Thanks 😘
@@gibbysshirtp5583 as long as you can do science and pretty basic math you should be fine :)
I'm prepared for everything. Blood, guts, feces, stress, sadness, etc. I want to help animals and make them happy, because helping them makes me feel good too! Thinking of volunteering as soon as I can somewhere. (Animal shelters, etc.)
I don't understand the educational system. So... 4 years in high school, 4 years of college and more 4 years of vet school? And college is where do you choose what to major and after that you can go to vet school? It's sooo different from our system. I'm in vet school too. But here, in Romania, we have 4 years of highschool in which we major at something and after that 6 years of vet school.
blablabla12 wow thats kind of better for you!
In the UK we have secondary school (ages 11-16) where we choose our GCSE's, we then progress into sixth form if we wish to take an academic route. I believe this is equivalent to college (age 16-18). We have to choose the right subjects for sixth form in order to get into veterinary medicine (Biology, Chemistry, Maths / Physics) and you have to achieve very high grades. You can't get into vet school without this, unless you're a post grad candidate with a top degree in another related field, such as Biochemistry. You definitely cannot get into vet school based on an English qualification, although we are also required to achieve a certain grade in core subjects, in addition to our science and maths qualifications.
Here in the USofA we graduate high school at about 18 years of age. College is from about 18-22 and most vets graduate around age 25-27 although that is trending older as more people go back to school for second careers.
It takes 6 years to get a Bachelor's Degree(Baccalaureate Degree)- you may add a good four years to get a doctoral degree (PhD) ✨
Yeah it's kinda confusing to me too..In our country you finish primary school (grade 1 to 9) and then you have different high schools for different occupations (like veterinarian high school in this case- 4 years) or regular high school. You then have some experience in it and you can get a job at the clinic. You help veterinarians, do check ups, give shots, treat wounds ect. so basically almost everything a vet would do except surgeries and some other things...to do that you must go to vet school (you can attend it even if you graduate regular high school..funny thing actually in some cases you have better chances of getting in that way) after you pass exams and after that you are officially an veterinarian.
When my cat died because her kitten got stuck and we couldn't get a veterinarian to help. She meant alot to me and I feel like other people shouldn't go through the same pain of losing a pet in a painful way.
I am in pre vet right now as a sophomore, my dream is to have my own clinic and go from coast to coast saving animals from the side of the road. 😊
Thank you so much for caring, I really hope everything goes well for you 🥺💕
Wow that's sweet 😌
Can we get an update?
@@ninjaboykills lol I ended up becoming a nurse 🤣
@@brennalynn7774 still helpful lol! At least you get to hang out with animals still!
Vet techs don’t get paid much for all the work they do 💔
Is this true. I've been considering becoming a vet technician but now I'm not sure if it's worth it. 😔
@@Ashley-nu9xs likewise. What did you decide? I'm stuck between going to vet tech school or vet school
I’m a current first year veterinary student in the states. I’m very much thinking that this might not be the right field for me sadly. It’s a hard pill to swallow that you do so much work and get paid a portion of what a medical doctor would. Obviously, you don’t do this for the pay, but so many vets come out with such high debt, that it becomes a very real and important issue. That aside, I really recommend anyone who is thinking of pursuing this field to work (not just shadow) in a gp clinic for at least a year. Really ask yourself if this is what you see yourself doing. Vets have a lot of paper work on top of calls on top of meds to fill on top of managing staff (if you’re a business owner). I have found that everything that you really have to do as a vet can suck all the drive and purpose out of it when it gets bad enough :( I don’t know what to do honestly. I’m looking into dental school right now but it’s just sad because I thought this was what I was going to want to do. I thought I’d share that with people.
Welp the having good grades fact just crashed all my hopes of being a vet. Now what. 😟 My heart literally just broke.
Lilliana Azure if youe still in high school theres still hope. i almost flunked out of high school, now im taking community college classes majoring as liberal arts- science (its a mix of science and other pre requisites a 4 year college or vet school would require), but i went from almost failing, to all as and bs after a year break between high school and college. theres still time for you, you just got to work hard towards your goals ! i am planning on being a vet, but right now i am just focusing one semester at a time!
L H Thank you so much. This brings me a lot of hope.
Lilliana Azure
I dropped out of high school at sixteen. Prior to that, I started skipping in 4th grade. I'm in college now and on my way to vet school. you can do it!
i dropped out of high school due to depression, next year i will be a freshman again. i'll be 21. (it sucks, but i gotta do it if i want a higher education smh). what i wanted to tell you is, if you want to become a vet, i'm 100% you can do it. :)
Two of the doctors at the hospital I work at dropped out of high school. College is what really matters.
So a kangaroo could pay the vet bills
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Love this! I'm a first-year veterinary nursing student at the moment; this is a really nice, short overview for anyone who's thinking about a career in something veterinary-related. :)
I've just applied for a veterinary nursing apprenticeship, what kind of questions do they ask on the interview? thank you :)
Being in high school I wasn't sure exactly what wanted to do. I've always wanted to work with animals because I have an EXTREME amount of love for them. I had decent grades in high school but I definitely wasn't the smartest in my class. I felt like being a veterinarian would be too difficult for me and I wouldn't be able to succeed. I ended up going for nursing at a local community college and I ended up hating what I was doing. Like, it was AWFUL. I left the program recently because I couldn't bear getting a degree in something I knew I wasn't passionate about. Although nursing school really difficult, that wasn't what I really struggled with. I made decent grades on tests compared to most people. Now I'm thinking, hmmm, maybe I actually AM smart enough to become a vet? My question is, if I didn't like nursing would I likely not enjoy being a vet either? I heard it's similar, but my passion for animals heavily outweighs direct patient care in a hospital. Also, going back to my extreme love for animals, do you think it's possible to be too sensitive for animals as a vet? I have a very soft spot in my heart for animals and I get emotional very easily when animals are injured, sick, or if they die/need to be put down. I'm worried my sensitivity wouldn't work as a vet. I don't know anyone who is a vet to get advice from, so I'm hoping you'll see this and give me some insight!
hey i just got into vet school and i am so excited. just go for it.
I know its been a year since you posted this comment/question. What are you up to now? If you hadn't made the jump like someone else commented and still grappling with the idea, I would urge you to shadow a veterinarian or better yet work as a veterinary assistant/technician. I had those same questions at first but realized that my passion for veterinary care greatly outweighed everything else and even after a hard day I look forward going into work. I was happy working as a veterinary technician but wanted to be more involved with the management of patient care which is why I decided being a veterinarian was for me. Good luck on your journey. Its OK to take your time to find what is right for you.
Well I can’t answer your question exactly because I’m 16 and only in Highschool with my heart set on being a vet.. BUT, I feel the same way about animals and I know that nursing just wouldn’t work for me. I would love to help people but working with them just isn’t the same as animals. It really sounds like being a vet might be the right thing for you, and if I were you I’d do it. You have the love for animals that it takes and that will make the job fun for you and even better for the animals. I’m worried about being too sensitive too but I’ve heard a few times that you’ll sort of get used to it. It will really hurt the first few times you euthanize an animal but eventually you won’t start bawling, you’ll just be a bit sad because you know that it was the best thing to do. I hope this helps you in some way shape or form, unless you’ve already decided then I’m sorry I’m too late lol. I wish you luck with whatever you decide to do. You seem like a very caring person and that will get you far in life 💕
@@jokhasaid3499 update?
I’ve been a vet for over 30 years and I would do it again in a heartbeat. That said, I think you can be too emotionally involved with your patients. Not all animals will have a good outcome and if you take things too much to heart it can be extremely emotionally draining. The flip side is that if you stop caring it’s probably time to get out of the profession. Getting a good balance between your personal and professional life is very important towards maintaining your sanity.
i've thought a lot about being a vet, and i worked at a vet office for about 9 months and the vets working there didn't seem happy about their job at all and it was kinda sad.. i've also thought about becoming a plastic surgeon.
too bad i'm struggling with math and science..
Math and science are both needed in veterinary and human medicine. I'll bet you're not as bad as you think you are. Keep working! Vets get burned out and sad just like everyone else in every job. It is tough to find the right balance of hours to put in vs keeping yourself (and your staff) happy. Good luck in your studies, and thanks for watching!
@@TheBowTieVetGuywhat kind of math is required on the day to day basis?
hey, I'm currently in my second semester of college. I love animals and i want to pursue this career, but i am horrible in chemistry and math is hard for me as well. but i still want to do this. is there any advice you can give me?
My advice to you is to study and practice more. Being a vet involves a lot of math and chemistry, but you don't have to like it (although it's more enjoyable if you do) Being a vet takes a lot of hard work, but it does really help to have that love of animals. Just practice math and science. Aim for at least a B and you should be fine :)
Hey there! hopefully you have been pursuing your dreams very well :) I am pretty awful at both math and chemistry as well (I am slightly dyslexic so math as not only not an interest but rather just a "meh" sort of experience), but i just got into my vet school of choice this year! So just know even if its hard, stick to it and keep on going with it, the math and chemistry become much more tailored so you might get a lot more interested in certain aspects because its put in a way that intrigues you/ makes more sense!
Hello Miss Valdes, I'm Martín Tobón. I am an English teacher and my students are in Vet second semester at the U de A in Colombia. I want to encourage them to learn English and I want them to consider the advantages of learning this language for their lives. I was wondering if you could tell them about what it is like to study vet i your college. I would also like to know if you think it is important to consider some personality traits in ordet to identify you have what it takes to be a vet. It would be great to have an answer from you.
From what I know, vet majors primarily focus on science rather than math. You may need to kick out the prerequisite classes such as Calc, but you need to take a lot of classes such as physics, biology, chemistry and labs.
Weird question (I know this is 3 months old but I don't have a whole lot of people to ask), how much of a deal breaker is a few bad grades in college as far as getting into vet school? I am a freshman in my first semester of college and I have kind of struggled getting this first semester under my feet and I think I might end up with a couple B's or C's. Is this going to affect my chances?
useful advice doctor👍
I get straight A’s, I love animals, and science, but then we get to the math portion👀still going to veterinary school, and my vet said I could have an internship where she works
Just completed my first year of vet school and I am so excited to continue this journey!
Laura, how is vet school going? What’s the pros and cons?
@@kaetindall7274 I just graduated this weekend! I can give you a detailed response of pros and cons later today - I want to take the time to outline it for you!
how hard was vet school for you?
I'd say the biggest cons are that school takes up basically your entire life for that 4 years; you have to constantly study, and there are exams every week. The pros are that you learn more than you ever thought possible, you gain friends with your same interests, you gain experiences from labs and conferences, and you gain compassion, technical and surgical skills, and reasoning to diagnose and treat patients and educate clients. It's a lot to handle, you have to be very good at time management and take time to practice surgical and technical skills outside of class. You also have to be good at communicating and get a lot of practice talking with clients during the clinical year. The licensing exam is about $700 and getting vaccinated for rabies is about $900, and tuition is very expensive if you live out of state, but there are scholarships available. The best advice I have is to shadow at local clinics for small, large, and exotic animals to see if you like what you experience and if you see yourself in that role. Let me know if you have anymore questions!
@@muda4044 See my latest reply and let me know if you have any other questions!
I'm considering transferring over from medical school (my first year) into vet school, because no matter how much I find human medicine to be interesting, challenging, and necessary, my heart always seems to draw me back to the animals. Any advice?
Hi did you do it? I think the same too! But im a dentistry student
Literally how I feel yet, hesitant within starting school in a whole
@@joshc676Hi, I’m pre-PA but I’ve also been thinking of vet school, how did it turn out for you?
I will be going into vet school in 2017, this is such an in depth video thanks for the advice!
How'd it go?
I love animals. But im not into science and math. I just know its not right for me.
Brooke Melton you could be a veterinary nurse
Well, we do use a lot of science... and some math. There are many ways to work with animals without being a veterinarian. From groomers to trainers (although there's some science there, too) and beyond (how about writing books on animals), you can find some way to incorporate your love of animals into your life. I'd say look at what you are passionate about and find a way to make a living within that. Your life will be that much happier.
I'm in the same boat as you. I want to work with animals, but I'm horrible in both math and science.
Brooke Melton I suck at math and I'm not the best at science and I'm not letting that stop me. You can do anything you put your mind to. If you're truly passionate about something you will not let anything get in the way of that. I just have to study a lot harder than most people to succeed in these math/science courses.
Resilient if you want to work with animals your could always train them
You are incredibly inspiring! I graduated from college in 2016 and am now in a post-baccaleaurate health program to finish my pre-reqs for vet school! Applying to veterinary school in May 2018! Thank you so much for your advice and positivity!!
did you get in?
did you make it?
@@krewko5997 I got in 2018 and graduating this year!!!!!!
@@ahtzirirosales1899 YES! Graduating this year!!!!!
@@jessikayedmeier congratulations!
Very true! I think people's perceptions of what a vet is can sometimes be a tad off. I'm a third year vet student from NZ :) Also our vet school works a bit different to yours. I went straight from high school and got into vet school after 6 months of 'pre-vet'
Ah, yes. NZ seems to work on the European (Middle Earth) system. Good luck in your studies and thanks for watching!!!
Did you do pre vet in college or you was in a major
I want to go to Massey because I'm from NZ and I was just wondering if you could give me some advice and a little bit of insight into vet school in NZ?
It's the same in my place, but our pre-vet is 2 years :/
Hello Miss Leggettt, I'm Martín Tobón. I am an English teacher and my students are in Vet second semester at the U de A in Colombia. I want to encourage them to learn English and I want them to consider the advantages of learning this language for their lives. I was wondering if you could tell them about what it is like to study vet i your college. I would also like to know if you think it is important to consider some personality traits in ordet to identify you have what it takes to be a vet. It would be great to have an answer from you.
Ever since I could remember, I've always been fascinated with the idea of curing animals. I was never squeamish around blood and I've always had good analytical skills. I've maintained my grades and am currently going to one of the best high schools in Florida. Technically, I can make it to vet school if I put enough effort. However, I have one question that can't be answered in books and, usually, online. I want to have a family someday and I want to continue pursuing my hobbies (flute playing and writing). If I become a veterinarian, how much of my social life/free time will I be giving up?
Don't get me wrong. I love animals and I'm a major geek when it comes to medicine/science, but I'm a family oriented person and I have life goals set outside of my professional life. So again, will I be able to spend time with my family and pursue my dream of being a vet?
That's the same question I wanted to ask... I would really like to know what his answer to it is...
It honestly sounds like I wrote this, except for the part about your school being in Florida, because I live in Switzerland. I really don't know why but it just reminds me a lot of something I would write. :))
@The Pupito Pals that last sentence.. I felt that on a spiritual level. I’m only 16 but I want to go to college/vet school close to my home in Minnesota so I can stay at home or at least visit a lot, and then imma move to Missouri or another warmer-than-Minnesota-state bc I can’t force my husband to live in Missouri lmao. Somewhere in this whole plan I’ll start a family and have 4 kids and I’ll buy my dream truck a Ford Raptor and/or an F-250 and put a lift and some more things on it. Then imma probably work for someone until I have my own clinic or rescue. I really want to have a rescue but idk what kind lol. Horses maybe, or dogs. Or maybe just everything I guess we’ll find out. Anyways imma have at least 10 acres and basically have my own homestead and raise my own food. That’s if everything goes as planned lol. I’m gonna have SO MANY animals, a heck of a lot of goats and a few horses because goats are amazing and horses are my favorite animal. literally 10 dogs or more because I just really have a love for them and if I have the space time and money for them I want to give as many a loving home as possible bc shelters are overflowing. I’ve been told a few times I dream too much but that’s what makes life fun. I dreamt of having a horse literally my whole life and I’ve been told not til I move out but hey guess who worked really hard and got a horse last year lmao I did. Also got my first truck. Don’t let someone tell you you can’t do something. If you dream it you can do it.
If you read all this thank you so much ily 🥺 sorry for rambling haha
Any updates, Layla Glez? I am in the same predicament you describe. Right now, it seems that engineering may be better suited for a family, but I do love animals.
Me and my boyfriend plans to marry so soon after I graduate my Degree in education but i think i wont be able to share much time with him if studying vet would be time costly.
i’ve always felt drawn to animals and vet medicine. i still have 5 years till the college stuff, but i’m trying to make sure i’m ready.
Im 12 and I would love to be a vet event since I was 2 I use to say I want to be a vegetarian because I didn't know the different between it Lol 😂
Same 😂 But I mixed them up. I wanted to be vegetarian and a veterinarian, but I mixed it up. 🤣
I'm 12, but I'm pretty much sure that I'm going to be a vet. Getting good grades is going to be my biggest prob. 😐 I am really scared of just failing; animals is pretty much the only thing I'm good at, and not being able to be a vet would really, really bring down.
There is a vet school a couple hours from where I live now, so I guess I lucked out on that!
My question is, what are the prerequisites you need, to get in? I live on a farm, and I work with our cattle a lot; have set a couple broken legs, and even sown up a calf's stomach with my dad and sis. I have three horses as well, and might specialize in equines.
Sarah K I didn't get good grades when I was 12, but in college I had a 3.8 gpa (and I started college when I was 16). Honestly, I feel that college is easier to get good grades in at least in my experience. Don't push off vet school quite yet. There's still plenty of time to reach your full potential. Oh and ps- colleges don't look at your middle school grades. They kinda look at freshman and sophomore year, but if you want to get into college just make sure you're gpa is good in your last two years of high school. Best of luck to you I hope you end up in the field!
lacy jeanne Thanks for your help and advice!
The prerequisites you usually need to get in are chemistry, biology, physics. math, and then your basics like history and stuff! I just got accepted for my first year of college to do my prerequisites and then I’m transferring into another university to do their dvm program :) best of luck to you! You’ll do great! Keep your head high and never give up!
Rachel Nicluck Thanks so much! Your list is very helpful to me. Congrats and good luck in college!
hey there. dont be too deterred by your grades alone. Vet schools will look at your character too and that is where you might really shine. As a reference, i just got accepted into vet school this year (first time applying and i only applied to one school that i got into) and while my high school averages were great, i definitely have a few red marks in my university marks. Dont let that fully deter you. Just work hard, get a tutor if you need, and get some awesome experience
I work at a dog daycare/boarding facility right now and I absolutely love it and it has solidified that I want to do something with animals the rest of my life. I'm worried vet school is too hard for me though. I have a horrible memory and I can't possibly imagine myself doing surgery on an animal and memorizing all kinds of anatomy, medications, diseases, etc. On top of it.
Same. I see myself something doing with animals rest of my life but being a vet is definitely not for me. It would be great if I open a small shelter and hire vets for stray animals and help them in that way.
thank you for this complete video!
I am currently in undergrad for Animal Science and I’m going into my sophomore year with a 4.0 gpa. I am also currently working on a veterinary assistant internship at a shelter this summer to get hands on experience. I know I have a few more years to go before I apply but thinking about the future and the slim chances of getting accepted makes me nervous 😭
I know it’s been a year but how are things going for you?
Hii how are u now?
Vet nurses can also do dental procedures such as cleaning and polishing teeth as well as record and monitor animals after anaesthetic and during recovery which during recovery is when they are most vulnerable. I aspire to become a vet nurse and work in my local practice☺️
You are my goals😭
You are such a handsom man and OMG what a cute kid you were too xxxx
Your videos are so inspiring! I am a pre-vet student and I always feel a rush of energy and positivity when I watch your videos! I would love to work with you once I graduate Vet School, you are an awesome doctor!!
Meet Bon Bon do you have to do a lot of hard math or be really good at math to become a vet?
@@maanav2087 No, I hate math and only took two college math courses and it fulfilled my Animal Science degree. Before vet school you don't have to take alot of math courses but you do have to take a lot of Science and Chemistry.
Meet Bon Bon and would you also have to take physics?
@@maanav2087 Yes that is a prerequisite for vet school.
Meet Bon Bon is it a lot or just a smaller and easier amount just to get in and would you need like 90s
The number of years before applying to Vet school went down to a minimum of two years. Leaving a total minimum of 6 years of school.
This doesn't apply to all veterinary schools unfortunately. You can't apply to UC Davis until you are going into your senior year of college. In the UK you could possibly do it in 5 years if you apply straight out of high school
Oh wow I didn't know you could have any under grad major! That's so much less stressful so I don't really have to decide now as long as I get the pre reqs done
can you talk about vet salary in next video ? thank you
Great idea!! I think we may even have some video with me talking about that!
Thank you for the information doc!!!
Can you talk about the stress of being a vet?
Proud to be Veterinarian
Is there lenses in those glasses
In India, its NEET exam after High school for College, and that's it. 5 years of Vet College
my classes at vet school will start next month. I'm looking forward to start studying.
Good luck Lucca! Don't forget to have fun!
So I’m only 13 but I’m trying to figure out how long I will need to be in college. From what I get in this video, you need 4 years of undergrad and then 4 years of veterinary medicine. But what confuses me is that people in the comments are saying that you only need 2-3 years of undergrad. And then if you want to work with specific things- such as dentistry, or other animals like equine- then it’s another 3 years added onto vet school. Before this video, I thought it was only 4 years of veterinary medicine after high school. But now it seems I will need close to 8-11 years in college! I just adore animals and have wanted to work with them since I was in the 3rd grade. My friends trust me with their animals as know I have a true passion and calling to them. I have been keeping an open eye on UC Davis as it is my dream school, but like all colleges that include a vet program, it’s difficult to get into. Because of this I’m also seeking advice on middle school- high school experience. Do I need to volunteer or go to some sort of camp to get accepted in a veterinary school? I find my future very important as I don’t come from the most glamorous family. I want to get all the possible research and experience to insure that I succeed. Rather that be a better understanding of my curriculum or knowing how long I’ll need to save up money. College is expensive and as I stated before, we are struggling. I’m privileged enough to go to a higher up school right now on a scholarship that colleges seek to give full scholarships to as well and don’t want to screw up my chance because I wasn’t prepared. If anyone has an answer to any of my questions then please respond.❤️❤️
I definitely want to be a vet I always have. Ever since I was little I always wanted to care for animals the thing is is that I’m HORRIBLE at math, im great at science and every other subject but math isn’t for me. But I really really want to help and care for animals as my profession.
You ARE super smart! Love it!
Already pursuing my DVM degree.. Why am I watching this? 😂
I always hear people say they regret vet school...
Only bad thing is because it takes 7 years I think
Why is that?
@@tinaa140 well it's long because you have to learn the anatomy of so many species. It's basically like med school but I feel like a bit harder since it's not just 1 species but many you have to learn about
@@unaestrella1876there’s more bad things, that’s not to say vet is a bad option to go for for some, but it’s definitely not for everyone.
Hi, I have a question (although I guess anyone can answer it). I'm a student studying prenursing but I wouldn't say it's my passion. I'm taking it because nursing is the only field I'm most familiar with through my parents. However, recently I've become interested in a career as a veterinarian instead. Not simply because I love animals (who doesn't?) but because I'm fascinated by them (their behavior, body structures/functions, etc.). *However* I'm not much of a pet owner. I grew up too poor to afford anything like dogs, cats, etc. I have bought the occasional goldfish or RES turtle before but nothing serious like a dog. Since I don't have much experience raising/caring for animals, would it be unrealistic for me to try to become a vet? Of course, it's definitely better to have experience dealing with animals but, regarding academics or internships (and etc.), would it be more difficult for me without the experience? Excluding volunteer work.
Naomi no it wouldnt be difficult . i never had a pet i was just passionate about the science and the biology about them and i guess thats enough ..😊
it isnt as difficult as people say
VET student Thank you so much for your answer! I feel inspired now 😄
I'm at vet assistant now and I'm studying earth and environmental science at wright state. Only a freshman for now but really hoping I can get into vet school. About a 3.5 gpa and hopefully it stays around there as I get into harder classes
Such great video. Vet tech here 👋🏿.
I'm sorry this is a really late reply but I really need advice. I REALLY want to be a vet and have since I was really small but I don't think I'm smart enough. What does a Vet tech do and how is it similar or different to a surgeon? I really need to explore the range of options I take In the animal field because I'm 15 atm and my grades don't look very promising.
Thank you!
I love animals a lot and I love biology and chemistry a lot but I am between dentistry and veterinary
Hi! What kind or science classes and math classes should I be taking? I have taken chemistry and 2 bios and math up until pre calc which is what I'm in right now! Should I do another year of chemistry or autonomy? And I'm assuming I should do calc. I currently have a 4.1 GPA and a B+ in bio and B in calc, is that ok??
This has helped SO MUCH
Since I was 5 years old I always wanted to be a vet and now im 11 am I still want to be a vet I want to be a vet beacuse I want to help animals and I can't see them suffer
Im 12 and planning to get good grades, and try to get into the University of Guelph Veterinary Medicine program. I live in woodstock ontario not far from guelph so that is the plan.
Did you ever have any doubts about becoming a vet? Such as did you ever become discouraged thinking maybe it wasn't for you?
There is a major shortage of large-animal vets in my area.
Hi! One of the most important goals in my life is to be an awesome mom. But, I also want to be a vet and I'm really excited about all of the things I will learn. I was just wondering if you know many vets who are also moms. Are they part-time vets? Is being a part-time vet a thing? Also, I really like to travel and go hiking and skiing. On average, how much vacation do vets get? Will I be able to go for a Saturday hike? Or do most vets work a lot of weekends? Right now I'm a freshman in college, in undergrad, and I'm tossing career ideas around, but being a vet has stuck with me the longest, I just don't know if it can fit the lifestyle I want (being a mom and traveling). Thanks for any help/advice, I really appreciate the insight!
In our University, we only have a total of 6 years for the DVM Program. We've got 2 years of Pre-med and then 4 years for the actual Doctorate Program...
That's pretty close to what we do, but most people do a 4 year undergraduate degree before the 4 years of the Doctorate Program.
I really want to be a veterinarian because I want to be the person who can save animals. I love animals. Something that might keep me from accomplishing this dream is Biology. In my belief, I am very smart in many subject but Biology is something I'm horrible at. I really wanna try but my brain just doesn't seem to get it. I might think of getting a tutor.
I’m 11 and I want to be a wildlife vet. I’ve always loved animals right now I have a baby Sulcata tortoise , 2 leopard geckos, and a dog. I am at the top of my class every year but my family doesn’t have much money to pay for college and I want the high school experience because I am very corky and fun. I really want to Persue this dream of mine but my family says it’s a lot of work. Can someone please give me some tips about vet school and what is a undergraduate. I just don’t understand the education system. If someone could help me that would be wonderful, have a great day.
Not sure if you would reply to this after this video has been posted four years ago but I am currently going to college to become a music educator. However, down the road now it is not entirely what I want to do considering that my occupation is working at a zoo. Although I do not get direct interactions with the animals, just being surrounded by them and seeing the vet team take care of these exotic animals has sparked an interest in me. Just not sure what route to take since my college turned me down on trying to change my major, what steps should I take? I would love to get in contact with you to discuss if being a veterinarian is the right choice for me.
I am terrible at math .like atrocious. But I'm fairly good at science. Being a vet is my dream. But in scared my math schools will hold me back. Any tips ?
Same here
Kooky Kris I know this is 2 years later but hope you are doing well lol. you really barely need math beyond your freshman year of college.
I'm only 11 but I've wanted to be a vet since I knew what a vet was. I talked to a vet and she said that u have to be in college for 8 years but if u take post secondary u only have to be in collage for 6 years. I have seen a lot of surgeries on cows and I get to shadow a vet soon!
Guys I really want to go to vet school (I’m a freshman), but 8 years of college and vet school sounds like such a long time! I don’t want to be in school for that long, but veterinary medicine is something that I’m really passionate about. Please help me decide what to do 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
I've always wanted to be a vet- have since I was a kid. I was attacked by a dog of mine who hadn't had his rabies shot in quite a few years, and he was put down to test if he had it. He didn't, and ever since I blamed myself. I want to be a vet so I can help save animals, pets and wild alike, and so nobody else will have to face the horrors of losing a pet that way (I know I can't save all of them but I can try, ok?) I've got good grades, and I'm planning on graduating early, and taking advanced classes, but I'm a little squeamish around the grosser parts. Any advice on getting over that?
Dumb question but do u guys also have to deal with animals who vomit and who are aggressive or no?
Vet student❤️have few years left❤️
hi every body am Dr Solomon from Ethiopia, i have studied vet medicine for six years, i love this profession from the beginning and now i want to prove my academic knowledge if i get scholar abroad like Utrecht university
I know this is quite an aged video, however I do have a question. The college I am looking into for undergrad is only an Asoociates degree (2 years), but it's specifically for Pre-Vet courses. In your video though you said undergrad was 4 years. Should I look into Majoring in something else to support the associates degree and minor in the Pre-Vet coursework?
Thank you, im from México and im looking study vet. And your video will help me to choose the carrer I want to study. Thanks
I hope I finish the carrer
I like to Meet you
i wanna be a vet and im currently thinking about my college classes, but sometimes i get squeamish over surgical stuff? do poeple get over it? i can handle blood and cuts, but cutting in deep and moving things around isnt something i can do smoothly
I'm in middle school and am hoping to become a exotic vet, mostly working with ferrets and rodents. Small animals. I was wondering if the school you went to is also good for exotic vets!
Is it easier to do an undergrad under the care of a vet to get into veterinarian school with the help of a mentor? I am also 46, planning on a whole new career change I'm a welder/fabricator by trade and a millwright. Would those skill sets come in handy as a vet? I'm believe it would be a big help, no? Have you seen people jump into this profession at an older age? I also believe you're never to old too go back to school and learn something new.
I actually have a question! (Hopefully one of you guys have an answer). I am currently in Médical School (I graduate in two years) and you know, I have to take the USLME, pick a speciality and what not. After that, I do plan onto becoming a vet as well (incially that was my first career choice, but LMAO you know how odd life is) . So my question is, do I have to start all over again? Meaning, do I have to go back to college, take pre-vet courses? Or would I be able to transfer my credits to a Veterinary School?
I believe you would have to also take a veterinary medicine degree, but depending on where you live/study you may be able to take a graduate course (the same work but in less time)
@@aliceclark2118 Okay awesome! Thank you so much for responding to my question! I highly appreciate that! I am currently living and studying in Los Angeles, California.
Hi I’m just about to graduate high school this year (2020) and I’m planning on going to a regular college to do my 4 year basics first and major in biology and then after that , go to a different college that has a vet program. Is going to two separate colleges to much ? or can I do my basics at the same college and be in the vet program during my 4 years or do I have to go to college for 8 years to get my doctors degree to become a veterinarian ?
Brandon University in Manitoba has 2, or 3 years of pre veterinary education program. Would it be for people who want to be a veterinary technician because it is not a 4 program like you said in the video?
Wait this might be a dumb question but do veterinary terminoly flashcards only help vet technicians or can they help veterinary Doctors as wrll. Thanks.
At first i wanted to be a general surgeon but after watching Rick and Morty an episode where Mortys mom saves a deers life i thought...wow!(i know,strange motivation) but i felt my heart beat and that never happened when i wanted to be a general surgeon.
I'm sure there are veteran surgeons as well.
What do you do for your undergrad in the four years before vet school? Can you do undergrad at any community college? How do you find a vet school?
What's your opinion on going over seas for vet school? There programs are only 4-5 years, which would save alot of time, but do you know of anyone who has successfully done this?
Growing up it’s always been my dream to get my DVM degree. I am in undergrad right now currently on a pre-vet track about to change my major because I’m afraid I won’t make it that far. I’m scared that I will spend all my time and efforts on graduating and then won’t get accepted into vet school 😭
Same issue with me right now, im thinking of changing my course to animal science, vet is too overwhelming
I want to work with animals so bad. I want to be a wild life rehabilitor but many say they don't get paid, is basically hands on learning. I also had vet as a option but I'm scared that it will be too much and I'm not that good with science and I'm HORRIBLE at math. It just seems complicated. Is there any other jobs that work with animals that is worth going to college for??
SUPA THICC veterinary technician is an option. That’s a trade school. And techs work in wildlife rehab too.
I am a little afraid of animals , but i love them . Will it be a good choice for me to choose veterinary science , i really want to do it . But the problem is that i am little afraid of them
What did you major in? I'm on the pre-vet track but I still don't know my major 😭💔
I have been wanting to be a vet since i was 7 years old and now im 14 i still want to be a vet and never really wanted other jobs just vet
Hi! I want to apply to Vet schoole in Israel as a masters after B. Sc in biology.
I wanted for years to be a doctor (M. D) but I'm not that into the rigorous path to become a doctor in my country.
I feer of my ability to cope with the job.
I've always had the keen to learn science but treatment is something that I really see myself doing at work. I come from scientific background.
I don't have much background in animal care. I have always had one cat at home the current is 17 years old . I volunteered with street dogs for adoption for few Friday mornings. I didn't work with other animal much but I do know I want to work and take care of animals, diagnose the diseases, do surgeries, research and be the person in command.
Do you believe these means and motives are a good encouragement to make me good and happy as a Vet?
A veteran doctor must do surgery or may choose not to have surgery?
Alright now what can I do if I have no money and I’m dumb as hell. Also what the hell is up with the American education system? Like I have to go to school for 4 years and study nothing that pertains to my job just to get into vet school, like why not just have a vet school??
So I love animals I have 6 dogs
I’m good at chemistry and like it but when it comes to math I’m bad at it and I hate it so I don’t know if I will be able to go into get school because of my horrible math skills
Im a freshman at Iowa state majoring in animal science 🙃
I'm about to turn 35 and I'm thinking about a life change. Is it wise to do vet school? I have an undergrad degree. I feel like I've always been called to animals. But I don't know if the dept is smart
So I'm 13 and I want to be a veterinarian what are some things that I can do before that but still have something to do with being a veterinarian
i love animals ive been volunteering at an animal shelter and i wanna do everything but im so scared of surgery so i dont think i can do it 😪
You can always be a vet tech, they don't perform surgery
Thanks this video helped but I want to be a vet doctor
I have a question since in about 1 and a half in years (I'm in high school rn) im gonna try to be a veterinarian, how difficult is it to get into vet school to get your dvm and what gpa do you need
when you don't want to do even 2 years of college then find out you have to do 8 😔👊
My question is always is there any way to pay for vet school and be able to pay off your debt by the time you’re at LEAST 40?
Hi doctor, I'm second year in college and I'm aspiring to be a vet. I was wondering when I should start looking for internship for experiences? Also I heard that some places don't allowed you to intern due to insurance policy? Please share your experience on how you got your required experiences?
Thanks for watching, William! I'd start now. You may have to get a crappy, clean up the poop job to begin with, but even that has its benefit. If nothing else, you learn that you hate cleaning up poop! I'd look for any job you could get with a local vet. Good luck!!
The Bow Tie Vet Guy thank you very much.
I'm highschool student I want to attend vet school after college what would you recommend me to do.What class can I take to prepare myself for my future