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Sent to Pet Experts August 01 09:59 PM

I work at a vet clinic where a unlicensed tech has been heavy-handed with the animals. I have talked to the doctors and to the manager about this, but nothing has been done. I do not want to be responsible for someone losing their job, but I am sick about this. Morally and ethically, this person's actions are against everything I believe to be true about treatment to animals. People trust us with their animals and I DO feel responsible for their care when they are left with us. I do not believe any client has made a complaint as this person's actions are out of the owner's sight. I don't know what to do. I leave work thinking a patient will be hurt at the hands of this person. I can't just look away and pretend that all is well. It just isn't right. Please help.

 

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Age: >12; Male; Breed: Dog/mixed

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August 2 7:19 AM (9 hours and 19 minutes and 25 seconds later)
         
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If you have already discussed this with the vet at the clinic as well as the heavy handed person themself (maybe they don't realize what they are doing), and nothing is changing, unfortunately, there's not a lot you can do. IMO-find another position with another vet and be very upfront with the vet you work for now, as to exactly WHY you are leaving. I think it is admirable that you are so concerned for these animals, but if the vet isn't worried about the way they are being treated either, then it's time to move on to a clinic where things are done differently and more in line with your own moral and work ethic. Unfortunately, it's impossible to change people who don't want to change or make people see what they refuse to look at.

Bless you for being so caring! You should have no problem finding someone to appreciate the excellent qualities you obviously have!




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Lori McLaughlin
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