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Working in veterinary medicine means expecting the unexpected. We plan our schedules, anticipate patient needs, and prepare for emergencies—but sometimes, the unexpected is overwhelming. A client becomes physically violent. A…

Being veterinary professionals, we see our fair share of pet loss and the grief that people feel in response. Sadly, most of us personally know what that feels like too….

In my veterinary career, I have seen firsthand the toll the profession can take on mental health. There have been multiple times throughout my work as a vet tech when…

As dedicated veterinary professionals, we often overlook the importance of caring for ourselves. The demanding nature of veterinary medicine requires that we are mindful of our mental and physical wellbeing…

Becoming a parent, or becoming a parent again, is one of the most transformative experiences an individual can have in their life. For many, it is followed shortly thereafter by…

Have you ever felt drained after a conflict? Have you ever felt invigorated after overcoming an obstacle? Picture this: You’re in a bustling veterinary practice when a client, visibly upset…

I don’t know about you, but the idea of traveling right now has me feeling nauseated. It seems that every time I turn around, I’m hearing about travel disasters from…

As we forge ahead into the new year and think about the priorities and goals we want to set for ourselves, I urge you to put scheduling self-care at the…

We’ve all been there. Nearing the end of a horrible shift with not an ounce of energy left; all we can think about is getting home to our couch, favourite…