Bird doc (3)

I believe the answer is:

vet

(Other definitions for vet that I've seen before include "Old soldier (inf.)" , "Check someone for suitability" , "Examine, check" , "Screen" , "Critically examine" .)

I've seen this clue in the King Feature Syndicate.

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