So, You Want to Work With Animals? introduces readers to the diverse fields that work hands-on with animals of all shapes, sizes, and species. From what classes to take in school to exploring what these jobs are really like--the fun stuff, the hard stuff, and even the gross stuff.

Choosing a career working with animals -- Becoming a veterinarian -- Working with domestic animals -- Caring for wild animals -- Raising farm animals -- Tending bugs, birds, and fishes -- Protecting animals -- Training animals for entertainment -- Animals at work -- Animals and research.