Essay On Becoming An Exotic Animal Veterinarian

During the time spent in school, teachers constantly ask, “what do you want to be when you grow up?” Most people do not have an exact answer until their junior or senior year. However, there is always a very small number of kids who know what they want to do, even at a young age. For instance, some people want to help animals. Regular veterinarians have a very demanding job. Being trusted with beloved animals can be extremely stressful. Exotic animal veterinarians have the same responsibilities, just on a larger scale. Being an exotic animal veterinarian has many benefits including advanced schooling, earning a high salary, and working with amazing animals everyday. The first step to becoming an exotic animal veterinarian is earning a degree.

You have to work your way up the totem pole. Most exotic animal veterinarians begin working in a zoo or vet clinic. (“How to Become an Exotic Animal Veterinarian”) Then as you gain more hands-on experience, your responsibilities add up. The main things all exotic animal vets are responsible for are administering vaccines, treating, and performing necessary surgeries. (“How to Become an Exotic Animal Vet | Exotic Animal Vet Career'') If you choose to work in a zoo, you will be responsible for doing routine check-ups, vaccinations, and the general welfare of the animals. Another thing you are in charge of is making all the dieting plans for each breed at that particular zoo. Feeding schedules also go along with the dieting plan, this includes; when each animal will eat, how much they will eat, and what they will eat. (“All About a Zoo Veterinarian Career (With Salary)”) Veterinarians who work at zoos make between $60,000-$100,000 (Katakam) depending on where you work and how many other veterinarians are there. Opening your own practice is more beneficial money

Not only do you help animals but you earn a good salary and get advanced schooling. Personally, I would never be able to put somebody’s pet to sleep. As a child I had the most amazing dog that anyone could ever ask for. She was 15 years old when we had to put her down and it was truly the saddest day of my life. I would never wish that kind of pain on anyone. That is why I would love to work with animals who cannot be a pet to someone. Being able to help non domesticated animals and not suffer from a broken heart would be a dream. Helping animals is my passion and helping endangered species live a good, semi-normal life would be a blessing. That is why being an exotic animal veterinarian is my dream