There was a time I considered working as a veterinarian’s assistant in clinics. 
 
But then a friend reminded me that I would not be servicing just cute little dogs and puppies. 

That there would be reptiles, rodents, and other not-so cuddly creatures. 
 
Her words spoke to me. 
 
She gave me a wakeup call as I was not anticipating tending to other unappealing animals. The idea had totally slipped out of my thoughts. 
 
My mind was primarily directed to caring for canines and kittens. 
 
I have had pet hamsters, gerbils, and fish as a youngster, and I used to care for Guinea Pigs and rabbits in the back of the classroom in elementary school, so I am no stranger to other species of animals or mammals, though I was not enthusiastic about catering to them professionally daily in my adulthood.