Working Through the Holidays? Here’s How Veterinary Professionals Can Make It Actually Fun

For veterinary professionals, the holiday season can feel less like a time for rest and celebration and more like a marathon of long shifts, emergency calls, and endless to-do lists. While friends and family are cozying up with hot cocoa or unwrapping gifts, vets, technicians, and clinic staff are often juggling critical cases, comforting anxious pet owners, and keeping clinics running smoothly. But working during the holidays doesn’t have to mean missing out on the joy of the season. With a few strategies, veterinary professionals can make their holidays not only manageable but genuinely enjoyable—even on the busiest shifts.