Compassion Fatigue is a significant concern for Veterinary Professionals, who often face the emotional toll of caring for sick or injured animals and supporting their owners through difficult decisions.
Veterinary and Animal Care Professionals are impacted by trauma they experience daily, as constant exposure to the suffering and the loss of beloved pets can lead to feeling burnout, emotional exhaustion, and reducing capacity for empathy. As a result, Compassion Fatigue can impact both personal well being and professional performance making it crucial for Veterinary Professionals to recognize the signs of Compassion Fatigue.
Implementing self care practice’s, seeking support groups, and maintaining a healthy work -life balance are essential to manage and mitigate the effects of Compassion Fatigue. Providing the best Veterinary care for their animal patients and support for their owners.

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​Here at PLST we will compassionately help you work through compassion fatigue, and support your staff.
We offer PLST Support Groups for veterinarians, rescues, shelters, and their staff.
Feel free to reach out and contact us to set up a PLST Grieving Support Group, as we will work to accommodate your needs.