What is Vet School REALLY like? | BellaVet

[@IHeartBeachess]

It breaks my heart that I don't feel smart enough to be a veterinarian. 😭❤

[@IHeartBeachess]

But the last part in this video gave me hope, so thank you so much.

[@BellaVet]

Hey now! Please don't stress about that! Honestly I could make an entire video on just this concept. I really don't love the word "smart" because it makes it sound like doctors and lawyers and people with advanced degrees were just naturally born with the ability to pass tests and remember everything. I just want to let you know that that is absolutely NOT TRUE. While processing information fast in your head can certainly help you, the most important thing is not being "smart" its about working hard! One of my favorite quotes goes something like "Hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work hard" (Tim Notke/Kevin Durant). And when I look at my fellow classmates I don't see a bunch of geniuses who don't have to lift a finger to pass. I see a bunch of extremely hard working men and women who are putting in the hours to fighting to become more knowledgable. So what I'm getting at here is that if we can do this, you can too! You just have to be willing to work extremely hard for it :)

[@IHeartBeachess]

BellaVet Awe, thank you. I didn't have the best math skills until about my senior year of high school and I blew off my freshman and sophomore year of high school so I don't know how I am in science now. But I love animals and not just the furry ones. Haha. So I think I will give it a try. If it doesn't work out for me, I have other majors in mind. I appreciate your help! I know I didn't get the best grades in high school, and I wasn't necessarily the smartest, but I am willing to work hard.

[@pawsnotclaws2772]

Michelle Grant theres always being a vet tech

[@craftylauren6506]

same!

[@niveda108]

Congrats on your first semester!! 😬 I'm a second year vet student and its so nice to see more videos like this coming out! Its so helpful to anyone who is interested in applying or learning more. I have more of a beauty channel but also just posted a vid about getting into vet school and will probably start making more! I hope it helps you and your subscribers!

[@BellaVet]

Thanks for checking out my channel! I watched your video on vet school and I thought it had a lot of really useful information!

[@soulsaveroriginal]

could you please show us a day in your life as a vet student ?

[@mocha3730]

I'm trying to learn early and teach myself about vet stuff, but there's only so much that I can find on the internet... I looked up the different times of mange, distemper, and other diseases. I have watched a ton of surgeries online, as well as shadowed a vet three or four times and watched surgeries there. I'm working really hard in school so that I can get good grades to be accepted into a veterinary collage too.

[@BellaVet]

It sounds like you have a ton of motivation and that's awesome! Definitely keep doing what you're doing and continue to shadow vets (and be sure to ask them lots of questions!) Good luck! You got this!

[@jazminbuzani4212]

I'm a senior at high school, and I really needed that last message, so thank you 😊

[@BellaVet]

I'm so happy that message helped you! You're so welcome, and please if you have any questions, just ask!

[@thezekroman]

I just got accepted to University of Illinois! I'm still waiting to hear back from my in state, but I'm pretty happy to know that 4 years and 3 months from now I'll be a vet student

[@li-jalove2175]

I wish you all the best and I hope you become a great Vet.....don't give up...👍👍

[@lexibelle6445]

The message at the end really helped! Good luck in vet school

[@fatimarangel3563]

Loved this video! Information was very helpful. I am a current undergraduate student wanting to pursue a career as a vet. Goodluck with the rest of your years in vet school. :))

[@meganreyes5091]

I am 20 years old and I've been working since I got out of high school instead of going straight to college because I wasn't really sure what I wanted to pursue. I always said I wanted to be a vet but that seemed too far fetched since my grades weren't the best in highschool. I've realized that I'm never going to be happy until I at least 'try' to see if I can even make it into vet school. I am going to start college this summer and was wondering if there is any advice or tips you can share for someone with alot of self doubt ? Thanks !

[@hannahf8882]

Megan Reyes hi! Just wanted to say I was in the same boat as you! Always wanted to go to vet school, didn't feel like it could ever be feasible for me (pretty average student), so I picked a different undergrad major. After about two years, I realized I wouldn't be happy doing anything other than vet med, so I threw all my eggs into one basket and changed my major to general biology/pre-vet. I think there are so many other facets of getting accepted OTHER than just GPA (although it's still important), so if you can compensate by getting lots of experience then it could work out. I say go for it!!

[@alexissperos318]

Your story is inspiring! Thank you the insight! ❤️❤️

[@BellaVet]

+MaFaRuby XO Your determination is awesome! Getting a head start is definitely a good idea. While, I don't think learning some dog anatomy would be a bad thing in any way, there are a few things that might be a bit more useful. At least, here are the things that I'm glad I did/wish I would have done. I am so happy I took anatomy in high school! If your school offers it, take it! And I know some high schools have programs with the local community college if they don't offer it themselves, so be sure to check out your options! As for what I wish I would have done. And this might not sound super fun, but I wish I would have learned Latin! A few of my classmates took latin before vet school and they said they are so happy they did! Learning anatomy is kind of like learning a new language and a lot of the prefixes and suffixes (omo, brachio, costo, rectus, tarsus) are derived from latin. Does this help! If you have anymore questions just let me know!

[@emilyvelasco4209]

well i"m scared it seems really hard especially to a person like me, its hard for things to stay in my head but becoming a vet is my goal. But the end of the video really helped me :)

[@emmaasimos2574]

You're such an inspiration, I start high school in two months and I am quite nervous. My friends and I have dreams of becoming veterinarians, we all study very hard and when we get stressed we always come to each other, the issue now is we were put in totally different classes. I am going to have a ton of work, I achieved a lot of the higher standard classes but I am especially trepidatious about AP bio, I have spoke with many kids in this class and they say it's a lot of work but it will help you in the long run and gives you an advantage in college. Anyway, what classes did you take in high school, and what were some of the key things you put on your application to stand out? Did you apply for scholarships? What animals do you specialize in? Thank you again you are a great inspiration, I always love to hear stories from people like you and learn about their journey and success, it gives me hope, thank you!!!

[@sushrutachousalkar]

Hiii PLEASE MAKE A VIDEO ON the 4th year of DVM, about the clinical rotations, how they work 😅

[@BellaVet]

I did! kzbin.info/www/bejne/pKbEf4t3lreZd80

[@sushrutachousalkar]

@@BellaVet omg thanks will check ASAP

[@Ilovedogs0204]

BellaVet, how did you get into vet school? I’m so committed to animals and I’ve seen the worst cases in vet med. I still want to do it. I’m afraid some of my grades are going to stop me from doing so.

[@BellaVet]

Go check out my “how to get into vet school” and “high school tips” videos for those topics! Hope they help!

[@tiffanyfenner565]

This might be a really weird question, but do you do a lot of speaking out loud in front of class? I want to be a vet very badly but my anxiety holds me back.

[@BellaVet]

Honestly, I remember doing more of that in high school and in undergrad. In vet school I haven't had to speak in front of a large group of people yet so I wouldn't get to worried about that. However, I would really like to stress that you should have very good people skills! Remember, you patients can't talk so you have to rely on communication with you clients. And while that is usually more of a one-on-one situation it is very important to have good people skills as a vet. So if your at all worried about that aspect of things go ahead and try some volunteer opportunities where you'll have to work with people (soup kitchens, blood drives, 5k runs, etc) they will still look great on your vet school app!

[@paigedelgado6380]

For your Q&A: What types of classes should you take and scores you should have in high school for success in vet school (realistically)?

[@BellaVet]

I touched on that a little bit in this video: Check it out! kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z5jJpKKDdqllnZI its all about what you can to in high school to prepare for vet school!

[@sierraalanah4937]

What is your bachelors degree in??

[@bellem2368]

Hello Bella! ☺️ I really love your videos. ❤️ I was wondering if you can do a video about how you study and tips of it. I will really appreciate that. Thanks a lot for your videos and wish you the best in your studies. For the Q & A: What steps did you follow to enter to veterinary school?

[@BellaVet]

Hey Kmi M! Thank you so much for your input! A study video is definitely on my list! And for the mean time, here is a video about the steps I took on getting into vet school! kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZC7qGBmf7x8mpo

[@bellem2368]

BellaVet Thank You! 😀

[@carinacrooz]

Does anyone know what’s her pre vet program?

[@justroaming8661]

do you think i will be able to get into vet school if i'm terrible at math?

[@kookykris1007]

im in high school right now. Im going into senior year in the fall. I feel like such a screw up. i barley passes physics and failed math this year. i feel as if i will never be a vet. :( Im applying myself this summer to study and prepare for the act and sat. But i feel like i ruined all of my chances. There is nothing id rather be than a vet. But i am so stupid.

[@BellaVet]

You are just a baby! Haha and I don't mean that in a bad way! Please don't be so hard on yourself, you have not ruined any of your "chances" and you have so much time! I have several friends in vet school who didn't even know they wanted to be a vet until half way through college! Keep in mind I HATED physics with a PASSION, I also wasn't the biggest fan of math but I had a great teacher so it was alright. But I knew it was a necessary hurdle that I needed to work really hard to get over so I applied myself and got knocked down a few times before finally getting it. Also, I've posted this before in another comment about not feeling good or smart enough and how I think that that is ridiculous! So I'll copy and paste my response below. "Please don't stress about not being smart! You ARE smart! Honestly I could make an entire video on just this concept. But honestly I really don't love the word "smart" because it makes it sound like doctors and lawyers and people with advanced degrees were just naturally born with the ability to pass tests and remember everything. I just want to let you know that that is absolutely NOT TRUE. While processing information fast in your head can certainly help you, the most important thing is not being "smart" it's about working hard! One of my favorite quotes goes something like "Hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work hard" (Tim Notke/Kevin Durant). And when I look at my fellow classmates I don't see a bunch of geniuses who don't have to lift a finger to pass. I see a bunch of extremely hard working men and women who are putting in the hours to fighting to become more knowledgable. So what I'm getting at here is that if we can do this, you can too! You just have to be willing to work extremely hard for it :)" Also, I am so happy to hear that you are taking the initiative and preparing for your future tests! That shows that you have resilience and that is a huge requirement to becoming a veterinarian, and you're already showing it! You got this, don't be so hard on yourself and go get em!

[@kookykris1007]

Thank you so much, i cant tell you how much i needed to hear... well read this right now

[@asafawks]

Even while managing your time well, do you have any free time? I want to be a vet when I’m older and that’s something I’m really curious about.

[@mayrasancruz]

Has there ever been people that finish vet school earlier? I know the average rate of finishing vet school is 8 years. I'm not trying to unrealistic but I'm curious.

[@BellaVet]

I finished my pre-recs in 3 years and didn’t graduate undergrad. I applied early, got in and went to vet school a year early. Total college time: 7 years. Want me to do a video on this topic?

[@mayrasancruz]

@@BellaVet you are so sweet! Yes. I just wanted to do some research on any docs that have finished their schooling early. God bless what you do for those fur babies.

[@BellaVet]

Aw Thank you so much! And thank you for the topic idea! Here is the video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hZzbiot4a6ySisk

[@taylormoilanen]

Where do you go to school? I wanna be a vet so I'm interested to hear where you went to undergrad and now where you are.

[@BellaVet]

I currently go to University of Missouri and I did my undergrad at Michigan State University.

[@craftylauren6506]

I'm not very good at math, but I love animals and really want to help them and care for them, I am also a hard worker. Do you think I could do it? Is it eight years of school altogether?

[@drawingdisciple2851]

Lol I got an 18 on the ACT!

[@kiadarling3623]

What school in Missouri do you attend? And do you still go to school in Missouri? I'm curious because I am a resident of Missouri and really want to become a vet. From as young as I can remember. And the only vet school here that I know of here is Truman and Mizzou.

[@BellaVet]

I go to the University of Missouri, aka Mizzou.

[@courtb026]

Hi Bella! Thanks for your videos and information about Vet school, it is very helpful! Are there any older students in your program, like 30 or older? Thanks! :)

[@BellaVet]

There are! I know that several of my classmates are in their late twenties and I know of at least 2 that are 30 or older. Let me know if you have any other questions!

[@sophiehoward4807]

I am 12 and reallly want to be a vet of some sort. Are there marine vets? also i feel as if I am toooooo dumb to be a vet ahha.

[@mirandagarcia451]

👁👄👁 I got a 16 on my ACT

[@LittleLoLo7]

You should make a video about dissection in vet school. I want to be a vet but I feel very sensitive about dissecting and feel unsure if this is the make or break of my decision to apply to vet school. Please help! Thank you

[@kim6003]

Lauren Previtali It's been a while since you commented this, but you could ask a/your vet if it is possible to go and go to work with them for a day maybe :)

[@Yui-rx8qz]

hi i REALLY want to be a vet i love animals and want to make their lives better i have a couple of veterinary books i bought would it be easier for me to try and learn it on my own or should i wait until i start taking bio and anatomy classes? im about to start my first year of college if you could give me some advice on how to get ready to and what i should take if i do want to get into a vet school? sorry its kinda confusing i just really hope i could get some advice on how to get my education started on the right foot

[@kaitleemarie2089]

Hi I am torn between by two majors animal science or biology which ones are going help with prerequites and getting into vet school more

[@BellaVet]

Hmm, that depends on which school you go to and which schools you want to apply to. I would suggest going to see an advisor and cross check the prerequisites of the schools that you want to apply to with those two majors. As for experience, I chose animal science as a major over biology or zoology because it gave me more hands on experience (especially with livestock) and that was the deciding factor for me. Does this help? Please let me know if you have any more questions!

[@jadebowers4893]

hi bellavet i was wondering if you could do a video about what you learn in vet school i want to buy the right books to study early and i have so many questions like if your school dosent offer the surgical science department can you still be a veterinary surgeon and are vet surgeons the same thing as a vet? +BellaVet

[@BellaVet]

Hey! Good questions! I will definitely add a video like that to the list! To try to answer your question now, at lease at my school, everyone takes a few surgery classes so that when you graduate and pass boards you will be able to do routine surgeries. If you want to do more than that you would stay in school and do an internship and/or a residence in surgery (you can specialize in different types of surgery as well). So to answer your question a veterinary surgeon is a vet that went back to school and got further training. I hope this helps! Please let me know if you have any more questions!

[@jadebowers4893]

BellaVet thank you so much! As I am only 14 now i dont attend vet school obviously but i deffinetely hope to i have wanted to be a veterinarian all my life. Thank you so much for your videos they are so calming and informational. I do have another question though if you dont mind i am currently doing international baccularettes or IB you may have never heard of it because it is only offered at a few high schools it is hipgher than ap classess do you know if vet schools will take this into consideration?

[@BellaVet]

+Jade Bowers, I have heard of these, but they were never offered to me so I don't know too much about IB courses. I think it is safe to assume that an advanced course is looked favorably upon by undergraduate universities. As far as veterinary school goes, they did not look at any of my high school grades or classes. However, if one of these courses counted for a college level vet school prerequisite (like biology or chemistry or something) as long as it counted for college credit the vet school may see that. But these schools tend to look at whole GPAs (like your GPA from your science classes, or your last 36 credits GPA) over individual classes. Again, this is just from my experience and it may vary by individual. Does this answer your question? Feel free to ask any more that you have!

[@audraweber1842]

How many total hours of experience did you have completed when you applied to vet school? I have already graduated with my Bachelor's degree, and I am trying to gain hours for application.

[@BellaVet]

+Audra Weber Hey! I had about 600 hours, but a lot of schools have different requirements, and they may differ on how they look at quality vs quantity of the hours.

[@ashweneesivakumar3090]

Hye and thanks for this motivating video for someone who would wanna pursue vet science...don't u feel scared handling animals other than pet animals as u will be learning a wide range of animals even exotic animals? Was it scary at first to handle snaked and huge exotic animals?

[@BellaVet]

Hey! You're welcome! To be honest, I'm a first year so I haven't really had much of a chance to handle big exotic animals. However, if you are interested in exotics, there are certain opportunities, like symposiums or conferences, where you can handle them! That being said, in vet school safety is a priority and there will always be someone around to help you stay safe when handling any type of animal for the first time!

[@ashweneesivakumar3090]

Thank You :) feel much confident to do this course nw! :D

[@nightraider0075]

Just to be sure Vet school is only for post graduates?

[@BellaVet]

Yup! In the US that is correct. Although some schools do allow you to enter into vet school without having graduated college (but you still have to spend a few years there completing required courses). So either way you have to go to college before vet school, you just aren't required to graduate with a bachelors before moving onto vet school. Does that make sense?

[@rad7115]

Hi I'm 15 and really what to be a vet I am studying alot on being a vet and as soon as I turn 16 I am going to work at the local vet clinic!! I wanted to know if there is anything that I should know about getting ready for vet school or things I can study to help me to get there I know I'm young but this is really what I want and I am willing to work hard for it so any info will help thank you 😁😁

[@BellaVet]

I just made an entire video answering this exact question! Check it out! kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z5jJpKKDdqllnZI its all about what you can to in high school to prepare for vet school! Thanks for the inspiration!

[@rad7115]

Thank you so much!!😊