Bridging the gap from school to practice: veterinary social work as the missing link.

Key Points

• Veterinary social work normalizes emotions in animal care, highlighting the importance of mental health support.
• Key evidence suggests a proactive role can significantly enhance the wellbeing of caregivers and animals alike.
• Assessment of current practices indicates a lack of integration for emotional support within veterinary settings.
• This approach calls for the inclusion of veterinary social work to better support both pets and their owners.