If the individual you know is in vet school, it's more than likely that he has a love for animals. Surprise him by making a cash donation to an animal-based charity in his name. His interests may help you choose the charity to which you'll donate. If he loves dogs, pick a dog rescue charity, for example. The charity can be either local or national in scope, and it's a gift that will likely align perfectly with his values.
Whether it's a lion stuffed animal, a paperweight shaped like a turtle or a clock that makes bird sounds on the hour, an animal-related gift is suitable for the veterinarian student. If your child is attending school out of state, she may appreciate a large, cuddly stuffed animal for her dorm room. Remember that dorm room decorations will help feel more like home, and animal-themed items will recognize her passion for her course of study.
Medical textbooks are extremely expensive, and a way to congratulate your family member for acceptance into vet school is to pay for some of her books. Check with the student's school to see if the bookstore sells gift certificates. If not, take her shopping at the start of school to buy some books to help her during her studies.
When your child graduates from vet school, there are many different types of gifts you can buy him. A useful, practical gift he'll use for many years is a custom-made nameplate to use in his clinic. Whether you choose to use etched glass, stained wood with a brass plaque or any other material, he'll likely be excited to read his name with the prefix "Dr." for one of the first times. This is a gift he'll see daily and appreciate your kindness when he sees it.