Lizzie Samuel

MRCVS

Lizzie has worked as an equine, mixed and small animal vet. She also works as a coach in the veterinary industry and outside it as a parenting coach. She is interested in all aspects veterinary practice and clinical work, client communication and improving veterinary wellbeing and resilience. Outside of work she enjoys playing violin and piano, running on the beach with her dog, playing with her daughter, learning to draw and sailing with friends.

Latest articles by Lizzie Samuel

How do I talk to my vet about wanting a second opinion?
Difficult Conversations
How do I talk to my vet about wanting a second opinion?
Some conversations in veterinary practice are trickier than others. Sometimes we need a little guidance on them. What happens when you want to ask your vet for a second opinion? Do you need their permission? How does the…
February 16, 2024 • 6 shares
Should I allow my older pet to have one more Christmas?
Christmas
Should I allow my older pet to have one more Christmas?
It is never easy to say goodbye to your beloved pet. However, something we don’t often enough discuss is how difficult it is to make the decision to say goodbye. Perhaps, even more so around the festive period. …
December 15, 2023 • 48 shares
How do I talk to my vet about money?
Difficult Conversations
How do I talk to my vet about money?
Historically, Vets have described options to clients with a “gold standard” and then less favourably presented options “if you can’t afford it”. The concern with this method of communication and decision making is that i…
December 13, 2023 • 98 shares
How to communicate with your vet - vet speak deciphered!
Communication
How to communicate with your vet - vet speak deciphered!
Have you ever gone to your vets and wondered what on earth is being talked about? Many veterinary receptionists often note that clients will come out of a consultation with a vet and be confused; seeking out answers from…
November 28, 2023 • 6 shares
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