Veterinarians say that helping suffering animals and stressed-out owners can become grueling.
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People who work in animal shelters or veterinary clinics try to save the animals that come through their doors. But they're at high risk of compassion fatigue, a sustained stress that takes a toll on a caregiver's mind and body — and her heart.
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Dr. Wise's Take
A great article that sums up the emotional/mental struggles veterinarians face, and support available.
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Veterinary Terminology Primer
Look it UP or break it DOWN?
- A medical dictionary is an obvious must-have for any veterinary student. Your vocabulary will expand exponentially as you learn.
- Unfortunately, memorizing definitions, though helpful, is not enough to prepare you to think critically as you move forward in your career.
- This reference was created to help you understand the foundations of veterinary terminology so you can quickly break down new terms instead of spending time looking them up!
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