How often do you hear people say: "Oh, I love animals. I couldn't do your job. How do you cope having to see pets die?"
I've been working in practice for over 13 years, and it still hurts when I assist with euthanasia or am witness to a death at the surgery. My boss has always said that to feel emotional is normal, and if the day comes that you become hardened and stop caring, you should probably not be working in a veterinary practice. The following tips may help: