SYNOPSIS

In recent years, shocking statistics have been released that veterinarians are between 4 and 8 times more likely to die by suicide than the general population.

Animal Calling is a short documentary following a recently-graduated, young veterinarian as she enjoys a rare, relaxing morning in her serene country home. As she reflects on the mental health crisis currently impacting the field of veterinary medicine, we're intermittently transported to her place of work and shown the emotional and psychological challenges faced by those working in animal care.

Poster Design by Blubaugh Designs

TRAILER

Teaser Trailer edited by Samantha Yabut

Original Music by Andrew Chung

MENTAL HEALTH & COMMUNITY RESOURCES

Below are links to various Mental Health & Community Resources specifically catered towards Veterinarians, Veterinary Technicians, and Support Staff.

There is always someone there to listen.

Global Crisis Lines & Online Mental Health Organization

Not One More Vet Facebook Page & Community

Not One More Vet

Support Staff Facebook Page

BlackDVM Network, Connecting Black Vets, Technicians, & Students

Dr. Quincy Hawley, Online Well-being Courses for Veterinary Professionals

Dr. Marie Holowaychuk, Veterinarian Mental Health & Wellness Leader

imatter - Veterinarian Mental Health & Wellness Resource

American Veterinary Medical Association Wellness Page

SOCIAL MEDIA INITIATIVE

Alongside the short documentary, Animal Calling, we are sharing the stories of individuals, who have dedicated their lives to the care of animals, in a Humans of New York inspired style. With this, we aim to raise awareness of these issues and inspire others to share their stories as well.

We're building an online community and we welcome you to explore these stories on our Instagram and Facebook pages. We would love for you to contribute your own story, please use the link below!

Share Your Story

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"I love parts of my job, but I also just get through a lot of it. I think we go into this career loving animals and get immersed in school loving the profession, but then we get into the real world and it isn't always what we expect."

“I have been a Vet Assistant for going on 8 years. Some days become more of a struggle than others. In this field, you need to be adaptable and be able to read a situation and instantly know the best way to handle it."

“Some days will be the hardest days you have, and you really think ‘Why am I doing this? Why am I seeing this?’ Your faith in humanity sometimes disappears and you feel depressed, but then you have to think, ‘There are so many other animals I can still help.’"