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Treat sick or injured animals by prescribing medication, setting bones, dressing wounds, or performing surgery. |
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Examine animals to detect and determine the nature of diseases or injuries. |
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Provide care to a wide range of animals or specialize in a particular species, such as horses or exotic birds. |
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Inoculate animals against various diseases such as rabies and distemper. |
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Advise animal owners regarding sanitary measures, feeding, general care, medical conditions, and treatment options. |
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Operate diagnostic equipment such as radiographic and ultrasound equipment, and interpret the resulting images. |
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Educate the public about diseases that can be spread from animals to humans. |
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Collect body tissue, feces, blood, urine, or other body fluids for examination and analysis. |
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Attend lectures, conferences, and continuing education courses. |
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Euthanize animals. |
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Veterinary Surgeon
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Last Updated: March, 2011 |
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