Providing quality information about mental health and wellness for the veterinary community
Dr. Sarah Martinez had just finished euthanizing a 12-year-old golden retriever named Max when the owner’s teenage daughter exploded. “You killed him! You’re supposed to save animals, not murder them!” The words hit like physical blows as the girl’s mother tried to calm her down, explaining that Max’s cancer had […]
Financial well-being isn’t about how much money you earn — it’s about how secure, informed, and in control you feel about your finances.
1. Set Boundaries with Kindness
Protect your energy by saying no where needed—whether to extra shifts, emotional labour, or social events. Rest is productive. Don’t feel guilty about looking after yourself.
Beyond Surviving: Creating a Culture of Wellbeing in Veterinary Medicine The truth is, burnout broke me — but it also built my purpose. Author & Role Dr Tshidi Gardiner, BSC BVSc PG Cert SAS MRCVS, Trustee at Vets in MindVeterinary Surgeon | Bright Minds Wellbeing Champion Finalist | Bartram Wellbeing […]
Every morning, animal rescue workers and veterinarians walk into their clinics, shelters, and hospitals ready to save lives. Yet, behind the scenes of wagging tails and grateful families lies a reality few outside the profession understand: the emotional toll of caring for animals can be devastating. In recent years, the mental health […]
