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Is 20 too old to become a vet with no experience? Am I too sensitive?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Hi i have a question, but not really regarding an animal. I am 20 years old, and thinking of becoming a vet. I dont really have any experience, so im not sure if it is too late. I love animals, but im not sure i am tough enough. I cried when my fish died, so i am pretty senstive to animals.

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on December 3rd, 2017

You are very young, it's definitely not too late for you, i started at a later age than yours an didn't have any experience either. regarding the toughness or ability to cope with the job, this is hard to know in advance, only you will be able to eventually judge if this is for you or not.

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