By mike h - 10/08/2012 04:37 - United States - Mcadoo

Today, I started my dream job of being a veterinarian. My first day consisted of having to put down 12 dogs and 5 cats. FML
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KBeatz 5

It's sad I know, but if they were sick or hurt you're still helping them. You have a great job OP, be proud.

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ninjadinos 14

I once wanted to be a vet, but the thought of having to put down so many animals turned me away. I realized I made a good decision as even reading this FML makes me cry.

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bubbiebear 7

I'm still going to be a vet even though it's sad to put down an animal I know it's helping get rid of the pain their in

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Calyx_fml 21

Why do they say "put down" as if it's some gentle thing like resting them on a feather pillow. Lets say it like it is: You kill puppies and kittens for money. YDI

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bubbiebear 7

It's not killing the animal for money how can you say that!? Your saying it like there killing healthy animals for the fun of it. Putting down an animal means your getting rid of the pain it's in. Except in shelters which I hate. All shelters need to be no kill shelters.

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outoftown 26

OP, thank you for doing a hard but needed job. I admired and thanked the vets who put my pets down, even through my tears, because I knew it was hard on them, too. "The new guy" always got the job if my regular vet wasn't available.

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KiddNYC1O 20

Get used to it, champ. You knew what you were getting into.

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AerBear115 15

That's part of the reason I don't want to be a vet :(

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avettoo 1

Dear OP, I'm a vet too, and I can understand your day better than most. In many ways I hope you don't read this, as I know that if you've been reading through the comments, you will (like most vets) end up focussing on the bad rather than the good. Thankfully, most people have been respectful rather than ignorant, rude, and insensitive. If you are reading this, though, know that it will get better. Tomorrow you'll have your first client with a new pup or kitten who you get to see through vaccines, spay/neuter, and into their adult life. You'll have a CCL rupture and an amazing client who agrees to a TPLO without hesitation. You'll fix an animal and see the bright light of gratitude in someone's eyes that makes the job worthwhile. I have no doubt that you're a strong, competent and caring vet, and that you're going to be great. You probably also have friends, family and colleagues to whom you can vent. But if you want someone anonymous - a colleague who understands what you're going through - to talk to, drop me a line. I'll be happy to help. Keep up the good work.

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Bloobloke 12

Well, I was going to reply but it seems #136 has said everything I wanted to say. OP, you're doing good. Sometimes you're going to have days where you just feel down and think, "Why did I even get into this career?" but when you save an animal's life and see the joy on the owner's face as s/he is tearful and thanking you for helping sweet Rover, it'll make it all worth it. Trust me. The good will always outweigh the bad in my book. Stay positive; tomorrow is a new day. Filled with fecals, success, and probably a few puppy kisses. :)

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Minna_fml 14

Hopefully she'll get soon enough that we don't like 16 year olds.

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Inediblepeaches 15

137- I think it was the fact that she was one of the obsessed Directioners that make death threats to anyone who says they don't like their music.....

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scifichic92 8

I totally understand. I am in college right now becoming a vet tech, and I have worked and volunteered with animals since I was 16. I worked at a bird rehab, humane societies, veterinary hospitals, zoos, and currently at a dog kennel. So I have unfortunately had to deal with animals being put down, and I understand how hard it is. Sorry OP, don't listen to anyone else who doesn't understand.

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