Occupational Employment Statistics
29-1131 Veterinarians
Diagnose, treat, or research diseases and injuries of animals. Includes veterinarians who conduct research and development, inspect livestock, or care for pets and companion animals.
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Southwest Minnesota
| 110 | 15 | $48.80/hr | $38.30/hr | $42.02/hr | $48.72/hr | $51.59/hr | $63.45/hr |
| Natural Resources and Mining | N/A | N/A |
| Professional and Business Services | 1,740 | $52.43/hr |
| Education and Health Services | 20 | $57.04/hr |
| Other Services | N/A | N/A |
| Public Administration | 50 | $52.61/hr |
- Counsel clients about the deaths of their pets or about euthanasia decisions for their pets.
- Inoculate animals against various diseases, such as rabies or distemper.
- Euthanize animals.
- Examine animals to detect and determine the nature of diseases or injuries.
- Train or supervise workers who handle or care for animals.
- Collect body tissue, feces, blood, urine, or other body fluids for examination and analysis.
- Inspect and test horses, sheep, poultry, or other animals to detect the presence of communicable diseases.
- Operate diagnostic equipment, such as radiographic or ultrasound equipment, and interpret the resulting images.
- Advise animal owners regarding sanitary measures, feeding, general care, medical conditions, or treatment options.
- Provide care to a wide range of animals or specialize in a particular species, such as horses or exotic birds.