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Why Animal Care Workers are at High Risk for Compassion Fatigue

Why Animal Care Workers are at High Risk for Compassion Fatigue

October 6, 2020 | Andria Corso

If you’re an animal care worker, then it’s no surprise to you that your work can be filled with a range of emotions. These include the joy and satisfaction of saving or rehabilitating an animal to the sadness, guilt, and frustration of having to witness … More …

5 Signs of Compassion Fatigue in Animal Caregivers: Is this You?

5 Signs of Compassion Fatigue in Animal Caregivers: Is this You?

September 8, 2020 | Andria Corso

A day in the life of an animal care worker includes many emotions, including joy and satisfaction that results from helping save or rescue an animal in need, or sadness and burden the of witnessing animal suffering, neglect, and (often) euthanasia. If the distressing emotions … More …