Veterinarian
Tiegan Huntley
Work Enviroment
Working with larger animals can be risky. You need to be careful because you could get kicked or injured in many other ways. You have to be outside in all different types of weather.
Smaller animals are not as dangerous. You could get bit or scratched, but that would not be a serious injury. All veterinarians have long work weeks.
Salary
After five to ten years, the salary is $72,000 a year.
The best paid veterinarians earn $149,530 and the lowest have earned $53,270.
Skills Needed
Business skills
Interpersonal skills
Academic competencies
Time management
Dedication
Quick decision making skills
Job Prospects
Jobs are available throughout the United States.
Job Duties
Pros of Being a Veterinarian
Helping people
High salary
Interacting with animals
Can prevent diseases in animals
Cons of Being a Veterinarian
Have to be outdoors when it is really cold
Dealing with pet owners
Stressful
Unpredictable animals
Preparation
Courses needed in high school are all the mathematics, chemistry, biology, and physics that are available at your school. It is best to have a GPA of 3.5 or more, most of veterinarian schools will look at your past three to four semesters closely.