Wellbeing & Lifestyle
How to recognize burnout warning signs
Aaron Shaw, OTR/L, CHT, CSCS breaks down key indicators that a professional may be burning out
Managing work-related stress
Aaron Shaw, OTR/L, CHT, CSCS talks about making space for life outside the clinic
Creating safe spaces to mitigate fear in pets
Christopher Pachel, DVM, DACVB, CABC (IAACB), a practitioner at the Animal Behavior Clinic in Portland, Oregon, discusses one way to help calm an animal that's afraid.
Guiding pet owners through end-of-life decision-making
Helping owners assess their pet’s quality of life is an important part of the end-of-life decision making process
Why exercise matters in the veterinary profession
Aaron Shaw, OTR/L, CHT, CSCS, explains the role exercise plays in extending career longevity and healthspan
Coping with stress in veterinary practice using an athlete's mentality
Aaron Shaw, OTR/L, CHT, CSCS, discusses what “off-field” practices can help veterinary professionals prepare for the challenges inside the clinic
The impact of mental health on work and daily life
Aaron Shaw, OTR/L, CHT, CSCS, emphasizes the importance of coming into the clinic with an emotionally stable state
Wellness in the veterinary profession
Aaron Shaw, OTR/L, CHT, CSCS, talks about why veterinary professionals should practice wellness
Human-animal bond certification offered to veterinary students at no cost
The North American Veterinary Community and the Human Animal Bond Research Institute collaborate on the program sponsored by Zoetis.
Celebrating the joy found in veterinary medicine
In a dvm360 interview, Kelly Cairns, DVM, MS, DACVIM (SAIM), reflects on the challenges of the COVID pandemic and embraces the present.
Global study of the human-animal bond is launched
The Pets and Wellbeing Study program led by the Waltham Petcare Science Institute will examine the connection between pets and human wellbeing and mental health
Combating burnout in veterinary school
Student ambassador Connor Velasco shares how he manages burnout in veterinary school
Navigating the transition from mentee to mentor
By following these principles, I have been able to cultivate many mentor-mentee relationships
Building strong friendships
Mary Gardner, DVM, and Eric Garcia shared several facets of a successful friendship in their talk at the Fetch Long Beach conference in Long Beach, California
The problem with the 'gold standard'
Renée Alsarraf, DVM, DACVIM (Onc), talks about how there is no one fixed approach to animal care
What is the real solution to fatigue and burnout in the veterinary industry?
Burnout is a word we hear a lot, especially in the veterinary industry. But do we really know what it is, let alone how to beat it?
How to get involved with Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October’s awareness month highlights support for survivors and pet-friendly shelters.
Life lessons from dogs
Dogs are so much more than pets; what can they teach us about life?
Preventing burnout at the organizational level
Strategies that practices can implement to prevent veterinary burnout were discussed during a session at the 2024 Fetch dvm360 conference in Atlantic City
Practicing psychological safety
In his Fetch Coastal lecture, Philip Richmond, DVM, CAPP, CPHSA, CCFP, discussed ways to mitigate negative behaviors in the workplace.
The many hats of a cartoonist veterinarian
Greg Bishop, DVM, shares the story of how he became a successful author, speaker, cartoonist, and illustrator all while practicing veterinary medicine
Exclusive film screening at the Southwest Veterinary Symposium
SWVS attendees have the opportunity to attend a private screening of the anticipated short film, The Dog
Free suicide prevention course for rural veterinarians
The course provides tips and resources for recognizing and handling mental health challenges
New partnership supports veterinary mental wellbeing
The Veterinary Cooperative announced a strategic alliance with Fear Free to promote low-stress veterinary care and mental health support for veterinary professionals
Healing the healers: Mental health in the veterinary profession
Annika VanNoy, PhD, joins this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast to discuss mental health in the veterinary profession
CDC releases guide to improve professional wellbeing among health care workers
The guide aims to address health care worker burnout
Australian hospital is the first Fear Free certified veterinary practice in the Oceania region
As more practices around the world adopt Fear Free methodology, Avoca Drive Animal Hospital's certification marks a milestone
New partnership aims to address veterinary burnout
The Veterinary Cooperative is collaborating with Hound to provide veterinary professionals with access to employee service technology
Clinical duty hour guidelines for veterinary students are revised in recognition of student wellness
The SAVMA updated its guidelines for clinical students, reducing the number of recommended rotation hours, increasing suggested breaks, and more
Introducing dvm360 and Chewy Health’s August Innovator of the Month: Dr. Addie Reinhard, Founder of MentorVet
One veterinarian’s quest to battle burnout and help veterinary professionals achieve sustainable careers