Burnout and compassion fatigue are chronic problems in the veterinary industry, and they affect staff at all levels. Burnout is “exhaustion of physical or emotional strength and motivation usually as a result of prolonged stress or frustration.” Compassion fatigue is a condition where an individual becomes physically and mentally exhausted, and experiences emotional withdrawal after…
Read MoreIn 2020, over 1 million new pets were adopted into families. Even before this, vet practices were struggling to fill in the gaps in their staff because there simply aren’t enough experienced, quality veterinary professionals. Today, that struggle continues as veterinary practices are competing to fill positions and ease the compassion fatigue, depression, and burnout…
Read MoreVeterinary practices throughout the country are understaffed and overwhelmed. There’s especially likely to be a shortage of veterinarians as more Baby Boomer vets retire, with fewer Gen X and Millennial vets being available to fill their shoes. This means that hiring is an urgent priority for vet practices everywhere. It might be a priority for…
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