The Dog
New short film aims to bring long-needed attention to the veterinarian mental health crisis.
The Dog is a powerful short film, featuring Grey’s Anatomy actor Kate Walsh, exploring the often-unspoken challenges and mental health struggles faced by those in the veterinary profession. Recognizing the importance of bringing this global issue to light, IndeVets is one of only six key supporters of this film by award-winning Australian filmmaker Danielle Baynes.
IndeVets is honored to help bring this incredible resource to the veterinary industry to facilitate open discussions around mental well-being.
How to see The Dog & join the conversation
CVMA 2025 Pacific Veterinary Conference (PacVet)
June 30, 2025, 8:00 AM PST
Long Beach Convention Center
Long Beach, CA
This screening is open to all conference attendees at no cost and will be followed by a post-screening panel discussion. Panel speakers will include:
Marisa Brunetti, VMD – Chief Veterinary Officer, IndeVets
Dave Shuey, LMSW, DMA – Veterinary Social Worker, IndeVets
Kimberly Carlson, RVT – Operations Specialist, CVET
Briana Hamamoto, DVM, PhD – Large Animal Veterinarian, CVET
Private screening requests
Members of the veterinary industry are also being offered the opportunity to host private group screenings of The Dog. Your screening will be supported by a secure, private link to the film, alongside a comprehensive screening guide to facilitate discussion.