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One such drawback may be the high-stress work environment, which can be emotionally and physically taxing. The transient nature of shelter populations can make it difficult to form strong bonds with animals and maintain continuity of care.
The work can be very emotionally draining, as you often deal with animals who have been through a lot. Another is that the hours can be long and unpredictable, and the work can be physically demanding.
It's heartbreaking sometimes but it's work that someone needs to do and I'm happy to be that person
It can be a thankless job but that's not really why I do my job
I would add the challenge of working with rescued animals at the beginning as many can be aggressive, this is only at the beginning because later on you will realize why it is worthwhile to continue.
The burnout rate is high in shelter med because of all the heartbreaking neglect and abuse cases you witness on a daily basis.