In 2014, the training community lost a well-known veterinarian and behavioral consultant, lecturer, author and colleague to suicide. Many were surprised by the loss of someone so successful at her craft and popular among her clients and fans to learn about the high rate of suicide among veterinary professionals. A recent report posted at AAHA.org found "U.S. veterinarians at greater risk for mental illness, suicidal thoughts, and depressive episodes than the general population." Jenifer Chatfield, DVM, DACZM and Christine Royal, DVM discuss the veterinary community and companies such as Merck Animal Health's endeavors to assess the mental wellness of veterinary professionals, as well as, to provide online support tools to those in need.

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For mental wellness support tools for veterinary professionals visit:

www.VetWellbeing.com

www.AVMA.org

https://www.aaha.org/professional/resources/veterivnary_practice_team_wellbeing_chapter_1.aspx

www.iReinforce.com

www.facebook.com/ZooLogicpodcast/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-royal-dvm-a02b0334/