Dolittler: Grief 101: Learning to Cry In Vet School

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Needed tissue for this one. :(

Thanks for sharing.

# Posted By Semavi Lady | 9/26/06 2:40 PM

I needed tissues, too. Don`t worry, I think that`s the saddest story I have--well, close...

# Posted By Dr. Patty Khuly | 9/27/06 6:35 AM

I've learned, especially in my job at Mothers Against Drunk Driving, that tears and compassion are not a sign of weakness. Being able to feel, to bear the saddness and serve others is courageous.

I had an experience with Cody (my male dog) last week. He hurt his paw and was unable to walk on it. I was comforted that a family member, a vet, a surgeon, would be coming over that night and would examine my dog. He refused to even look at the dog. He mocked my concern and purposefully bullied my gentile female dog so as not to be approached by her. He also ate my food and slept in my guestroom. Upon leaving in the morning, he said, "if the paw doesn't get better, he should be seen."

Now you now understand why I am so grateful that you are my vet. You let me know early on that you would care for my animals and me. I needed to vent. I'm still appauled!

# Posted By Janet (Cody and Gracie's mom) | 10/4/06 9:04 PM

Patty,

That is such a touching story. Thanks for sharing. As a nurse I never want to lose my humanity either and struggle with keeping it "cool" in the face of bad news or changes for my patients. I'm glad to know that being "Uncool" like your teacher, and like you with Kato really makes us all the more humane. Keep it up. Love your blog! Tamara

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