Veterinarian
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Tasks for a Veterinarian
- Treat animals for health care and injuries.
- Examine animals to determine what's wrong.
- Teach animal owners how to care for their pets.
- Give animals shots to prevent diseases.
- Train and supervise workers who care for animals.
Working Conditions
- Usually noisy
- Rewarding
- Long hours
- Work with frightened animals
- Private and clinical practices
Requirments
Some of the classes you are required to take are organic and inorganic chemistry and animal biology. You must have a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree and a state license before becoming a vet.
Salary
The salary in Colorado is from $40,360 to $137,110 a year.