05/12/2026
Veterinarian Mental Health
May is mental health awareness month and Jackson Veterinary Services supports Not One More Vet to promote a healthy and safe workplace for our employees and others in our field.
It's an unfortunate reality that one in six vets consider su***de at some point in their careers. The high rate may be due in part to the challenges in the veterinary profession, including compassion fatigue, low earnings and student debt, and limited lifespan of pet clients. Su***de stands at the most extreme of the spectrum, but there are those who struggle with mental distress and depression as side effects of this job as well.
This month we challenge our colleagues to take care of yourself and if you need help reach out, we are here for you.