What Is Breaking Canada's Veterinary Care System?

What Is Breaking Canada's Veterinary Care System?

April 21, 2026 · 29 min

About this episode

The episode explores the challenges facing Canada's veterinary care system amidst increasing pet ownership and staff shortages.

Why is veterinary care getting harder to access just as more Canadians bring pets into their homes? With clinics facing staff shortages and burnout, and owners paying more for care, we look at what's driving the strain on the pet care system. Then, how well do we actually understand pets? Science broadcaster Jay Ingram explores what research reveals about the animals we live with, and why it matters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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