The Dark Side of Loving Animals for a Living — Hospice Vet Dr. Leah | Sober Spill Ep.54

In this episode of Sober Spill, Jana speaks with Dr. Leah, a veterinarian specializing in hospice care, as she shares the unseen struggles and mental health crisis inside veterinary medicine. From burnout and grief to substance use and suicide risk, Dr. Leah reveals the behind-the-scenes emotional toll of caring for animals and their families. She also explores how pets can both support and complicate addiction recovery. This episode is honest, intense, and challenges how we think about both caregiving and addiction. #SoberSpill #SoberSpillPodcast #VeterinaryCare #AddictionRecovery #MentalHealthPodcast For more info about our Sober Spill Podcast, check us out at https://www.soberspillpodcast.com/ This is a safe, supportive space for individuals and families to reconnect, communicate more effectively, and begin healing together. Visit www.mountainside.com/treatment/programs/family-services/ Build routine, stay confident in your recovery and maintain peace of mind with our Sober Monitoring program. Visit www.mountainside.com/treatment/offerings/client-support-services/