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The way that small and large animal vets are set up are usually very different. Small animal (dogs, cats, ect.) vets usually stay in the office and the patients are brought to them. Very little travel is involved. Equine vets drive alot. With something as big as a horse it's much easier to have the vet come to the animal. So if your not into a lot of driving it may not be a good career choice.
Horses are very large, one of the largest of domesticated animals. The vet has to deal with horses that are not handled, have bad habits (biting or kicking) or panicked horses that are unpredictable. This is something you need to keep in mind.
And as with any kind of vet or doctor, you must deal with people. Anyone in a medical field, with the exception of research, needs people skills. You may be treating the animal but your dealing with the owners. So there is a lot to consider on this as a career choice.
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What are different names for a horse vet?
equine vet
What are good vet schools to go to to be an equine vet?
Any school of veterinary medicine will give you the basics towards becoming an equine veterinarian; if the school doesn't have a strong equine program there you can supplement your time in vet school with externships and experiences at other schools or at private equine facilities. Once you get out of vet school, the important thing is to work with a good established equine veterinarian to hone your technical skills.
What is a horse veterinarian called?
An equine vet.
What is an equestrian vet?
an equestrian vet is known as an 'equine vet'. They study large animals, then specialize into horses.
What is a vet only for horses called?
An equine veterinarian.
How many different animals do equine vets deal with?
Equine are horses, donkeys, mules or zebras so equine vet only treats animals of those types. If you mean the number of client animals, it would vary by vet, location, specialty.
What are the advantages and the disadvantages of being a vet?
The advantages of being a vet are that you get to work with animals and help pet owners. The disadvantage is that you might not have enough business to live comfortably.
Does a Equine vet only take care of horses?
A vet can technically treat any animal but they may choose to specialize in one species. An equine vet specializes in equines (horses, ponies and donkeys) but can treat other animals if they choose to. My equine vet has also treated our cows and goats mainly as a favor to me, and I know that he treats his own dogs unless they require specialist care
What classes do you need to take to become an equine vet?
All of them: Math, Calculus, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, English, and Social Studies. You must finish all of your Grade 12 classes and pass the exams with at least 70% to 75% to be able to enroll in the Pre-Vet program or Animal Sciences Pre-Vet program to start your way on becoming an equine vet.
Who is a famous equine vet?
Alex Harthill is considered to be one of the most famous equine veterinarians in the world. He was known for working with race horses.
Is there a vet that takes care of elephants?
yes ther is, Somtimes they get a Equine vet (like me(horse vet)) To fix the elephants problems. Yours truly: Summer Erics Quine Vet.
What is the medical care of horses?
Medical will vary by what is being treated. I suggest asking a equine vet about proper horse care in the event it is wounded or needs specialized care.
