What does the term "mixed practice" refer to?

The term "mixed practice" refers to a veterinary practice that treats both companion animals, such as dogs and cats, as well as large animals, which can include horses, cattle, and other farm animals. This type of practice allows veterinarians to work with a diverse range of patients, providing a wide variety of services that cater to different species and their specific healthcare needs. This versatility is valuable in areas where both types of animals are common, ensuring that both pet owners and livestock producers have access to veterinary care.

Other options, such as a practice focusing exclusively on small animals, providing only emergency care, or specializing in exotic animals, do not encompass the range of services that mixed practices offer. These other forms of veterinary practices reflect specialized focuses and do not combine the treatment of different animal groups as mixed practice does.