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'I wanted to become a Veterinarian' - Inspiration at the Kennel [38]
Hi everybody! I am sending this application to a few schools and just wanted some feedback. It's about 600 words, so I hope that's okay. If anyone would like to critique my essay, it would mean a lot to me and be a big help!!
Thanks, Jenn
Working at the Cedar Lane KennelsInspiration at the KennelMany experiences in my lifetime have shaped me into the person that I am today. I hope to major in pre-veterinary medicine and continue on to a graduate school to pursue my dreams of becoming a veterinarian. I am ready for the challenging process of becoming educated as a veterinarian, because I want a career that I know will bring fulfillment for the rest of my life. I came to understand the challenging-but-fulfilling nature of working with animals during my job working in an animal kennel.
During my junior year of high school, I was ready to apply for my first real job. I knew that I wanted an enjoyable job that would be exciting to come to work to everyday. My primary ambition was to work with animals because I have always loved being around them. After continuously calling to find out if any of the kennels received my application, I finally received a phone call from the Cedar Lane Kennels. I went to the kennel the next week to receive training from a current employee. The first day of training was exhausting and I thought, "What did I get myself into?"
I continued to work at the kennel throughout most of the year. I realized that it was a difficult job to start out with, but I never gave up. The job included everything one could think of, such as cleaning the kennels, picking up waste, feeding the animals, giving medications, answering the phones, and socializing with the animals. I knew that I could get a job that would pay good money for doing little work, but I was satisfied with getting average pay because I was in a place where I loved to be with the animals. I feel like I created stronger bonds with some of the animals than with some of the people that worked with me. Throughout the year, other employees lacked seriousness, sometimes leaving kennels unclean or forgetting to feed the animals. I was very dedicated to my job and could never neglect the animals. People were paying to leave their pets at this kennel and expected them to be treated well.
After this significant experience, I recognized that I wanted to become a veterinarian. I love working with animals and enjoy taking science classes. Science courses are mandatory for working in the medical field, so I knew that I would be learning something that I love in college. At first I thought I wanted to become a doctor or nurse, but I quickly realized that I have a stronger connection with animals. Even though working at the kennel was one of the toughest jobs I have ever had, I wouldn't go back and change it for the world. Working in a kennel and being a veterinarian may seem like two completely different jobs, but they both have one major thing in common: Both jobs involve caring for animals and making their lives the best it can be.
What do you think?
Thanks
Jenn
