Wellbeing & Lifestyle

The veterinary community is once again mourning one of its own due to suicide. Listen in as 3 veterinarians discuss this heartbreaking news and share their thoughts on suicide prevention efforts in the profession.

Setting boundaries is crucial to self-care, but many veterinary professionals have a hard time saying "no." Learn how to advocate for yourself and set boundaries at your practice.

On this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast, Dr Adam Christman is joined by KinderVet cofounder, veterinarian, and author Dr Jacqueline Johnson, who talks about her newfound love for storytelling and the recent release of her veterinary children’s book series.

During those tough workweeks, a little laughter can go a long way. Check out these 5 articles for a midweek case of the giggles.

Cofounder of Get MotiVETed Quincy Hawley, DVM, opens up about one of his lowest moments and the day that changed everything.

Ladies (and gentlemen), check out these articles highlighting women in veterinary medicine.

A sneak peek at this week's headlines.

As the world celebrates International Women’s Day, a female veterinarian from rural Australia writes a heartfelt plea for help, highlighting the challenges she faces running a veterinary practice amid a shortage of veterinarians.

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If you're battling burnout, compassion fatigue, or both, check out the following news stories for tips, resources, and more.

Find out why your plan to improve personal well-being isn’t working, and learn how to tailor your strategy for success.

Here’s a look at a few Black veterinarians whose leadership, determination and resiliency made a lasting imprint on this profession.

Becoming a mentor can be easy, rewarding, and monumentally influential.

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In her new role, Amanda Landis-Hanna, DVM, will work closely with 2 of the organization's key audiences. 

Find out how (and why) setting and asserting boundaries can help you live a more purpose-driven and fulfilling life.

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“One day you will tell your story of how you overcame what you went through and it will be someone else’s survival guide.” —Brené Brown

Research funded by the Human Animal Bond Research Institute and Pet Partners will evaluate the impact of therapy dog visits on anxiety in children receiving emergency care. 

The Brave Space Certificate Program will help fortify veterinary practices by supporting inclusion and encouraging open workplace dialogue.

Leadership and wellness coach Kristina Guldbrand explains how to distinguish compassion fatigue from burnout, plus offers tips to help veterinary professionals overcome them.

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2020 was a masterclass in chaos, unpredictability, and exhaustion for veterinarians, with perhaps no group hit harder than veterinarians who are also mothers.

Freddy the Great Dane was named tallest dog in the world by the Guinness World Records in 2016, standing 7 feet 5.5 inches tall on his hind legs.

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In this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast, Dr Adam Christman is joined by Destination Pet’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr Pam Hale, who discusses her path to corporate veterinary medicine and her thoughts on the current state of diversity, equity, and inclusion within the profession.

Although strides have been made to promote equity, inclusivity, and diversity in veterinary medicine, there’s still a long way to go before we see long-lasting change.

A sneak peek at this week’s headlines and industry news.