07/25/2026
For the past several years, I’ve been working on something that’s become deeply personal to me.
After more than 24 years as a veterinarian, I’ve seen the incredible compassion, dedication, and resilience within our profession. I’ve also seen the challenges that too often stay hidden: burnout, mental health struggles, moral stress, and the need for stronger workplace cultures built on belonging, respect, and purpose.
That’s why I created GRIT + LOVE.
Grit + Love is an online e-commerce project—t-shirts, hoodies, coffee mugs, stickers, and customized designs by request. But it’s more than that. It’s a way to start conversations, build awareness, and support veterinary mental health awareness and veterinary ethics education. Every design has a purpose, and every purchase helps support that mission. I’m donating proceeds to organizations and projects that support mental health literacy and awareness. Additionally, I am supporting veterinary ethics education and projects that promote its advancement. Currently, I am working with the Society for Veterinary Medical Ethics to support education and programming that aligns with the my mission.
If you’d like to follow along, I’d be incredibly grateful. Even something as simple as liking a page, following an account, or sharing this post helps introduce this project to more people. I’m also sharing articles and content (training materials and updates) through a blog on the website.
Website: www.gritpluslove.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GritPlusLoveDesigns
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gritpluslove
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/
Thank you to my family, friends, colleagues, and everyone who has encouraged me along the way. This is just the beginning, and I’m excited to see where it leads.
