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The science that deals with the diagnosing, treating and curing of the various types of diseases in birds and animals is known as Veterinary Science. It is very much similar to human science and medicine. It concern mainly about the study of animal physiology, treatment and prevention of diseases among animals. It involves not only taking care of animal health but also includes scientific breeding and handling of livestock. The job of the veterinary doctor is much more challenging than a doctor that deals with the humans. They not only treat but also perform surgery, prevent spreading of diseases in animals by administering timely vaccination and medicines and give advice on care of pets and farm animals. Their activities may also include Animal husbandry- animal breed improvement by 'selection breeding' and artificial insemination, animal research in order to control spread of diseases transmitted through animals; thus protecting the public from exposure to diseases carried by animals, wildlife conservation, poultry management and health care, livestock insurance and rural development. Broadly a veterinary doctor has a most important role in the conservation of livestock and domestic animal wealth.The kind in treatment varies according to different animals. The vets must be familiar with the many breeds of pets or livestock and the characteristics of each so that they can recommend diet exercise regiments and treatment, specific to the breed.With many people keeping pets at home the need for veterinary doctors are on the rise. The demand for private veterinary clinics is on the rise in metropolitan cities. Veterinary doctors have to look after the animals in the Zoo, laboratory, sporting animals or animals with the government's animal husbandry departments.
To practice as a veterinarian it is essential to have a Bachelor's degree in Veterinary Science (B.V.Sc.). To be eligible for the Bachelor's in Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry (B.V.Sc & AH) course, a candidate should have passed the class 12 examination with science subjects such as Physics, Chemistry and Biology. Admission to most veterinary colleges is on the basis of results obtained in the entrance examination conducted by the concerned universities. Veterinary Council of India conducts an 'All India Common Entrance examination' (AICEE) for admission to first year Bachelor of Veterinary Science (BVSc) & Animal Husbandry (AH) degree course. For admission to master’s degree programme, an All India Entrance Examination is conducted by the Indian Council for Agricultural Research (ICAR.