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Do you need vet school to become a veterinarian, or can you apprentice?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 7 years and 6 months old

Can you teach someone to be a veterinarian through an apprenticeship

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Answered By Debi Matlack

Veterinary Technician

Published on July 16th, 2017

Someone who wants to be a veterinarian can learn a lot by volunteering with or working for a veterinarian, an animal shelter, or zoo, but the only way to become a veterinarian is by attending college and veterinary school.

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