In this episode of the Wear Wag Repeat Podcast, we’re getting into a heartfelt chat with the lovely Carla Finzel, a District Veterinary Nurse based in the UK. In this conversation, we cover the emotional depths of caregiver compassion fatigue – that real strain pet guardians feel when trying to administer care to their pets.

Carla was in the trenches at an emergency vet clinic practice for years and shared a fascinating tidbit from her journal. She observed that so many pets who came in, while not in immediate danger, could’ve hugely benefited from an in-home veterinary nurse visit. By being there for pet owners in this unique way, Carla’s not only lending a hand to pets and their people but also easing the load on veterinarians.

We also explore the invaluable human-animal bond we share with our pets and its incredible significance.

What we want to leave you thinking about is the immense value that in-home veterinary services can bring. They can prevent bigger health issues, shorten illness durations, and ultimately ensure we get to enjoy more time with our faithful companions.

How Compassion Fatigue Relates to In-Home Veterinary Services

Qualifying as a Registered Veterinary Nurse in 2001, Carla Finzel has worked in Spain and the UK, in general veterinary practice as well as emergency and critical care. Her passion for ‘One Health, One Welfare’ led to the development of the role of District Veterinary Nurse.

Her mission is to raise standards of pet nursing care within the home, all the while considering the vital importance of the human-animal bond. She is often faced with the challenge of reconciling the immediate needs of clients at home with obligations under UK veterinary regulations.

OVERVIEW OF THIS EPISODE:

• What inspired Carla to do in-home veterinary care
• The power of the human-animal bond
• How compassion helps Carla support pet parents
• Why Carla wants to ease the load on veterinarians

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

• Onswitch

WHERE TO FIND CARLA:

• Website: www.dvnhub.com
• Instagram: @__dvnhub

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