Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) is lifesaving work, but it can also be uniquely exhausting. In this episode, we explore why TNR can take such a heavy emotional and physical toll, how compassion fatigue shows up for volunteers and caregivers, and what it truly takes to stay in this work without losing yourself. This episode is for anyone involved in TNR who has ever felt overwhelmed, depleted, or questioned how long they can keep going.
In this episode, we discuss:
What compassion fatigue in TNR looks like compared to other areas of animal welfare
The realities behind the work
Early warning signs of compassion fatigue
The pressure to always say “yes”
Coping skills that actually help
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