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What classes would I be required to take in college if I wanted to be an equine veterinarian?

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Todd’s Answer

Hi Amabilia,

You can find the answer to your question here: http://vetmed.tamu.edu/dvm/future/prerequisites.
You will also need experience working with animals and veterinarians, and some one (not a relative ) to write you letters of reference. Also, be sure that you look closely at the cost of veterinary school, how you will pay for it, the average starting salary for new vets, and the average student loan debts for new graduates. Good luck!
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William’s Answer

Hello Amabilia!

This is an overview of a typical Equine foundational course that leads to specialization in Equine Veterinary.
https://www.openstudycollege.com/courses/equine-studies

Core areas:
Equine Biology
Equine Psychology
Equine Therapy / Health Care / Diseases / Medicine
Equine Nutrition

A good school to start with on distance studies program is:

Level 3 Equine Veterinary Nursing @ The Open College of Equine Studies
https://www.equinestudies.co.uk/courses/veterinary-nursing/

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Level 3 Equine Veterinary Nursing @ The College of Animal Welfare UK
https://www.caw.ac.uk/course/level-3-diploma-in-veterinary-nursing-equine-pathway/

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Bachelor of Equine Science @ Charles Sturt University
https://study.csu.edu.au/courses/animal-vet-sciences/bachelor-equine-science

Other schools include:
University of Liverpool UK
North Carolina State University USA
University of Wisconsin USA
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Jennifer’s Answer

To become a certified large animal veterinarian, an undergraduate degree is a must. As a horse owner myself, I can assure you that my personal experience with large equine vet practices is both rewarding and enlightening. If you're still contemplating whether to become a licensed vet, you have the option to explore related courses and try your hand at being a vet's assistant. Many veterinary practices offer summer internships, or you could gain practical experience working at university vet hospitals while studying.

Remember, there's a significant demand for veterinarians in the equine field. So, keep your spirits high and go for it! Best of luck on your journey!
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