Doctors of veterinary medicine are medical professionals whose primary responsibility is protecting the health and welfare of animals. Veterinarians diagnose and control animal diseases, treat sick and injured animals, prevent the transmission of animal diseases to people, and advise owners on proper care of pets and livestock. Veterinarians can work in a variety of settings, from rural care of livestock for a major corporation to wildlife preservation for the government. Most veterinary schools will require students to take the MCAT or the GRE as admission criteria.
