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Question
what is the diffrence of doctores and Veterinarians.

Answer
Do you mean the difference between medical doctors and veterinarians?   M.D.s are licensed to treat people whereas veterinarians are licensed only to treat animals.  Different countries will have different veterinary programs with different degree titles.  Here in the US, a person must attend 3-4 yrs of college and then 4 yrs of vet. med school to receive a VMD or DVM degree.  In Australia, for example, they have a 5 yr program and the degree is equivalent to a veterinary degree here in US.