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Veterinary professionals cite burnout, pay, and corporate ownership concerns in dvm360 survey
In a voluntary dvm360 survey of 146 veterinary professionals, nearly 3 in 4 reported moderate or severe burnout, with administrative burden, workload, and staffing shortages among the most frequently cited stressors. Written responses raised concerns about compensation, client behavior, and revenue-driven appointment quotas.
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Nearly 3 in 4 respondents to the dvm360 2026 Veterinary Burnout Professional Challenges Survey1 reported moderate to severe burnout, while many also cited administrative workloads, staffing shortages and limited time for breaks as workplace concerns.
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