In moments of mental distress, euthanasia can feel like a logical way to end their own suffering
So, what can we do to help our vets?
Continue reading for 7 really easy ways in which you can help your vet.
1. Be Patient
Pets don't always cooperate with treatment or an emergency may have come in. Plan for wait times when making your appointment.
2. Take financial responsibility
Never accuse a vet of being in it for the money or take your frustrations out on staff whose job it is to take your payment.
2. Don't wait till it's an emergency
Call the vet's office as soon as you notice something's wrong. Don't wait till it it's too late or becomes a more costly emergency.
3. Get pet health insurance or an emergency plan
Look into pet insurance or emergency plans ASAP to avoid a situation where you won't be able to pay for your pet's care.
5. Say "thank you"
Don't forget to thank everyone who made it possible for your pet to get care—from the receptionists to the assistants to the vet.
6. Be kind
If a mistake has been made, remember it's never intentional. Vets are human—just like you. They feel bad enough without you shaming or berating them.
7. Speak to management
If you have a problem with your visit or bill, ask to speak to the manager privately. Posting a negative review is hurtful to those who worked hard to care for your pet.
Vet staff everywhere are quitting and4 out of 10 vetsare considering leaving the profession due to its impacts on their mental health.
And those are the lucky ones.
Due to the shortage of vets and staff, sick and injured pets are waiting 6-10 hours to be seen by an emergency vet.
Being kind costs you nothing, but failing to do so could very well cost our pets their lives. So, please remember this at your next vet visit and be kind to your vet.