1 Anemia from active bleeding: Loss of blood through heavy menstrual bleeding or wounds can cause anemia. 2  Gastrointestinal ulcers or cancers such as cancer of the colon may slowly ooze blood and can also cause anemia. 3  Iron deficiency anemia: The bone marrow needs iron to make red blood cells.
Prospective veterinarians must complete a doctor of veterinary medicine degree. Typically, a doctorate in veterinary medicine takes four years to complete. Of these four years, three are spent on classroom training where students take courses in animal anatomy and physiology. They also take courses on disease diagnosis, prevention and treatment. Veterinary programs may also include management and career development courses.
To become a Veterinary Nurse: 1  You must be 17 years or older. 2  Employed at a Veterinary Nurse Approved Centre (VNAC) or at an RCVS registered Training Practice (TP). 3  For up-to-date details of practices please consult the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons website: www.rcvs.org.uk. Gain GCSE's or take one-year course on Pre-Veterinary Nursing, whilst working in a veterinary practice. 2  Exams are then taken at the end of first year and your first part of your portfolio needs to be assessed. 3  Stage 2.