Are vets emotional?

Given that most people consider their pets to be part of the family, it is not surprising that strong emotions are often encountered in the veterinary clinic. These intense emotions can affect the client’s decision-making and require careful handling by the veterinary team.

Do veterinarians get sad?

A survey of more than 11,000 U.S. veterinarians in 2014 found 9\% had current serious psychological distress, 31\% had experienced depressive episodes, and 17\% had experienced suicidal ideation since leaving veterinary school.

Do vets cry a lot?

Yes, veterinarians cry. Although it tends to happen more often in the early days of our careers, I found myself with puffy eyes and a blotchy face on a recent morning. I know it’s normal — even endearing to some extent — for a veterinarian to cry over the loss of a patient.

How do vets cope with euthanasia?

There are many different coping mechanisms that vets employ including crying, taking time for themselves, and reading counseling books. Kyle Palmer who works at the Silver Creek Animal Clinic discusses the aftermath of coping for euthanasia is often allowing employees breaks to cry and feel better.

Is it okay to cry during euthanasia?

Laugh and cry at the same time. Surround yourselves with all his/her favorite toys and beds and blankets. It’s ok to cry, and it’s also ok to celebrate! I love when people tell me they took their dog to the beach or napped in the sun with their cat right before coming in to the hospital.

How do vets feel during euthanasia?

Vets want you to know that your pet will know you’re there with them as they pass, but that they won’t feel anything other than peaceful. Your pet won’t hold it against you that you’ve made an incredibly hard decision on their behalf but will rather feel grateful for your love, compassion, and presence at the end.

Do vets get attached to their patients?

Vets Get Attached – Vets may be professional and try to act as though certain things don’t bother them but often they do. For example, when a patient they have been seeing for years dies – tears are shed. Often in silence or on their own. It is almost as though they have become their family too. 14. Vets Have Bad Days Too – Vets are human too.

Are vets just about the pets?

We are Often People People – Most people think vets are just “about the pets”. For some, this is true and they are better animal people and not so good at people socialization. However, it doesn’t matter if the pets like us or not – what matters is the pet owners like us.

Is it okay to disagree with a vet?

Vets Aren’t Always Right – Vets don’t know everything. If you are not comfortable with a diagnosis or treatment – it is okay to disagree or see a second opinion. 26. Pets Can Change – Pets can change their symptoms and condition in a matter of hours.

Do vets really dislike talking about the money?

Most vets I now really dislike talking about the money part of their work. 25. Vets Aren’t Always Right – Vets don’t know everything. If you are not comfortable with a diagnosis or treatment – it is okay to disagree or see a second opinion. 26. Pets Can Change – Pets can change their symptoms and condition in a matter of hours.