Some specific examples of how vets make a living include:
* Private practice: Vets who work in private practice own or work for a veterinary clinic or hospital. They provide a variety of services to animals, including wellness exams, vaccinations, deworming, and treatment of illnesses and injuries.
* Government service: Vets who work for the government may be employed by the USDA, the CDC, or the state or local government. They may work in public health, research, or food safety.
* Animal shelters: Vets who work in animal shelters provide care for animals that have been abandoned or abused. They may perform surgeries, treat illnesses and injuries, and provide preventive care.
* Research: Vets who work in research conduct studies to improve the health and well-being of animals. They may work for universities, government agencies, or pharmaceutical companies.
* Public health: Vets who work in public health help to protect the public from diseases that can be transmitted from animals to humans. They may work for the USDA, the CDC, or the state or local government.
The salary of a vet can vary depending on their specialty, experience, and location. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for veterinarians was $93,830 in May 2020.