That's just not realistic, and it is perfectly acceptable in a lot of cases to say, "No, we don't want to do these diagnostic tests. Let's try a treatment trial. That's absolutely fine, but for every Grade A plan that gets turned down, we have to accept that there are going to be some compromises made, some corners cut to try and do the best for your pet.
You need to accept that vets can't be expected to perform miracles and guarantee a successful outcome. This is all well and good, but many similar conditions present in exactly the same way, and for a lot, there is simply no way the correct diagnosis can be made without running tests. Equally, if the best treatment is declined then plan B is just that. Plan A is going to be plan A for a reason! This compromise can be really challenging and stressful at the best of times.
Even when our pet owner is fully on-board with the realities of the potential outcomes. Stress is amplified no end when miracles are expected.
Unfortunately, the cherry on the cake is often the fact that those with unrealistic expectations also tend to be the same people who argue about paying their bill despite knowing the cost beforehand, leave negative reviews online, and start vindictive social media campaigns. Talking about people voicing their opinions online, conspiracy theories have got to be the next worst thing about being a veterinarian.
Other people will say that vets actually want to promote poor health and keep their patients unwell so that they can make more money from having more sick patients. While this is clearly ridiculous, this negative portrayal from the vocal minority can really take its toll.
Mainstream media are often quick to jump on someone's sensational online claim without researching the other side of the story. Sensation sells after all. We are a caring profession. We absolutely care about our patients. When we're being told that not only is this not valued, but we are all either corrupt, or uncaring, or greedy, it does take a toll on the profession's mental state as a whole.
These previous negatives all tie into, what is for me, one of the worst things about being a veterinarian. That is emotional blackmail. That's just not fair. That's not a fair criticism for anybody to make. We wouldn't expect anybody else to do their job for free and nor should you expect your veterinarian to do it for free. We've gone through lots of training.
We have saddled ourselves with an awful lot of debt and providing good quality veterinary care is actually very expensive. The drugs can cost a lot of money. The equipment that we need costs lots of money. We need a lot of support staff - our receptionists, nurses, and veterinary technicians who do a fantastic job. They all need to be paid and should ideally be paid better than they generally are. To expect us to do our job for free is completely unrealistic.
To say that if we cared, we would do it for free is just simply not fair. Getting a pet is an important decision to make. When you bring an animal into the house you need to make provisions to provide for their physical and mental needs.
You should also have a plan should things go wrong. Your veterinarian is not responsible for the fact that you have failed to put aside an emergency fund or that you chose not to insure your pet. Choosing the latest smartphone over saving for a rainy day is your choice to make. Hardcover Book Read More. Vet Set Go Supporters. Join Vet Set Go Sign up to comment and share stories with future veterinarians just like you! Click to join!
Veterinary medicine is one of the animal careers that can offer a high-paying salary , though you do have to take into consideration all the educational costs of obtaining that coveted DVM degree. Those with additional specialty training or board certifications can earn even higher salaries. Vets get to meet many members of the community by virtue of seeing their animals for appointments and emergencies.
Some detective work must be done to evaluate each case, and a key trait of a veterinarian is that they enjoy this challenge. While you may start out working for an established clinic, you have the option of starting your own practice, perhaps even a mobile practice , which greatly reduces startup costs. You can become a partner in an established clinic if they are looking to expand or if other vets are planning to retire.
Most vets have a degree of flexibility in their schedules, particularly as they become more established. Veterinarians never stop learning new things. Continuing education hours are required to renew your license to practice medicine, and most vets want to learn new techniques and innovations even when there is no official requirement.
The industry constantly evolves, and it is important to keep up with the latest developments so you can provide the best possible care to your clients. You can use your veterinary background to transition into a variety of roles with other organizations, such as veterinary pharmaceutical sales companies, feed companies, wildlife agencies, laboratories, academic institutions, or the military. Corporate vets, in particular, tend to earn top dollar and work normal business hours.
Veterinarians have the opportunity to lead a team of animal lovers including veterinary technicians , kennel attendants , and office staff. It makes a difference when all the employees at an office enjoy what they do for a living, and, in this line of work, people tend to be truly committed to helping animals. Veterinary medicine is by far the most popular dream job for animal lovers, and many kids start mentioning their interest in this career path at a very young age.
Here are some of the common courses you need to take:. There are some slight variations between schools when it comes to the necessary prerequisites. Many schools also do not allow upper-division prerequisites, such as genetics, to be completed at a two-year or community college, although you can begin your education at one.
So while you can choose to major in anything, you may find it helpful to study something with a wide variety of science courses already included in the curriculum. Popular options include biology, zoology, microbiology, and animal sciences. In addition to completing your prerequisites, some schools may require you to submit Graduate Record Examination GRE scores.
Most veterinary schools also require that you have some demonstrated experience working with animals throughout college, whether in a formal veterinary setting or other settings such as zoos or animal shelters. They also look for substantive recommendations and interview their applicants before making their final selection. No matter where you apply, veterinary school is a competitive process.
As a result, most veterinary students graduate with hands-on experience working alongside licensed veterinarians on live animals in the common animal disciplines as part of the standard curriculum. However, to specialize in certain practices, such as zoo veterinary medicine, or to be able to practice in certain states, you may need to complete a more traditional residency.
While most vet schools can easily place their students in a campus-based animal clinic or hospital, you may need to apply for a residency in a more specialized skillset at another university.
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