Do veterinarians have to wear uniforms on the job?

Answer 1

In most cases, no - veterinarians simply have to adhere to the dress code of the practice or office they are working in. In general this will mean either scrubs or business casual clothing, plus or minus a white lab coat depending upon the lab.

However, there are veterinarians who are on active duty with the uniformed services (Army, Air Force, Public Health Corp, etc) as well as veterinarians who are in the Reserves and the Guard who may be activated. When on active duty, veterinarians in the uniformed services must wear their uniforms as dictated by the military dress code or they are subject to disciplinary action.

Answer 2

In a professional capacity, veterinarians would dress up the same as any other professional - in business professional clothing (suit and tie). In a personal capacity, veterinarians are like any other people and can dress up or down to meet the social requirements of the event they are at. In this respect, veterinarians may wear anything from jeans and a T-shirt to an evening gown or tuxedo.