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What essential vet care should I know before getting a new pet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Female

Hi.... I'm Mhabelle 9 years old. I have a school assignment. My teacher want us to answer this . can you help me? this is what in my note book... 1. Why do you choose to be a vet? 2. Do you have a pet? 3. What is the best thing about being a vet? 4 What is the one thing everyone should know if they get a pet. What is your name to?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on November 27th, 2016

Hi Mhabelle! I will be glad to answer your questions :-) 1. I have wanted to be a vet since I was a child. I have always loved animals, and knew from the time I was little that I wanted to look after them. 2. Yes, I have two dogs (a Basset Hound and a Chow Chow), and four cats. 3. The best thing about being a vet is being able to help make sick animals healthy again. 4. If you get a pet, you have to be prepared to pay for their veterinary care. Pets needs regular care, just like humans, and should be vaccinated, treated for fleas, intestinal worms, and heartworms. Pets need to be looked after, and when they are sick, they have to see a vet.

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