Addressing compassion fatigue: self-care strategies and resources
If you work in the veterinary world, there’s a strong chance that you are a very empathetic and loving person. While these qualities are invaluable when it comes to caring for animals, they also make you more susceptible to compassion fatigue. In this blog, we share warning signs, prevention tactics and where to find support […]
Apply to become a Mental Health First Aid Champion
The Royal College of Veterinary Professionals (RCVS) is encouraging veterinary professionals to become mental health first-aid champions this January. As part of its Mind Matters Initiative (MMI), the organisation is offering to provide financial support to those who want to take part in a training course run by Mental Health First Aid England. Partly subsidised […]
Vet suicide rates: the ongoing problem
To mark National Suicide Prevention month, we wanted to raise awareness of the disproportionally high suicide rates facing the veterinary sector. Carry on reading to find out how you can help protect yours and your team’s wellbeing in the veterinary workplace. Common stressors in the veterinary sector can include: High workload Unreasonable performance expectations […]