Episode 2 Burnout

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Sick As A Dog

Caroline Winter

9 episodes

8 months ago

Sick As A Dog is a podcast series about an industry in crisis - a crisis that is killing the people who care for our animals. Whether you are a pet owner, wildlife lover, consumer of animal products or work in the industry, this is for you and about you. It is a whole of community issue, that without change could have dire consequences for us all. This is a deep dive into the mental health crisis in the vet profession. It shines a spotlight on the many challenges, but also explores the potential solutions that exist - solutions that you and I are very much a part of.

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Episode 2 Burnout

Sick As A Dog

29 minutes

2 years ago

Episode 2 Burnout

Cam and Emily dreamt of becoming animal doctors. It was the career they always wanted, until it wasn’t. They met at vet school, and now married with a baby, this compassionate, conscientious, and clever pair are exactly the kind of vets you want treating your pets.

But a mere five years into the job and they are reassessing their futures. Unrealistic expectations – like worrying about keeping up with consults in the middle of surgery - isolation, a lack of support and client abuse have all been contributing factors. How and where does it end?

Sick As A Dog investigates an industry in crisis – uncovering issues and seeking solutions. As community members, pet owners, meat eaters and wildlife lovers these issues affect us all. Discover how we can all be part of the change.

REMINDER: Take care when listening. If you or anyone you know needs help, please reach out. In Australia you can contact Lifeline by phone on 13 11 14 (24/7); Lifeline via text on 0477 13 11 14 (24/7); Suicide Callback Service 1300 659 467.

GET IN TOUCH

This is a PodTalk independent production. To get in touch, please email caroline@podtalk.com.au or to find more information www.sickasadogpodcast.com.au

CREDITS

Host: Caroline Winter

With thanks to...
Cameron and Emily Rogowski Dunn
Kate and Garry Putland
The Australian Veterinary Association

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Sophie’s Legacy sophieslegacy.com
The Australian Veterinary Association ava.com.au

Transcript Episode 2 Burnout

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