1. We Challenge the Status Quo

We ask hard questions and reject outdated systems that harm teams, especially those that center only doctors or ignore support staff expertise.

2. We Lead with Love and Kindness

Leadership isn’t about titles — it’s about how we treat people. We choose empathy without enabling, and kindness without avoidance.

3. We Put Life Before Work

We honor the whole person, not just the professional. Our culture makes room for being human — messy, complex, and real.

4. We Own Our Imperfections

We believe in progress over perfection. We get things wrong, we fix it, and we move forward with transparency and humility.

5. We Oppose Gossip, Shaming, and Bullying

Full stop. We call it out. We protect psychological safety and promote direct, honest conversations — even when they’re uncomfortable.

6. We Uplift Others

We lead by pulling others up, not pushing them down. Success is shared, and we give credit freely and often.

7. We Grow Outside Our Comfort Zones

We embrace challenges that stretch us. We invest in learning, feedback, and reflection, knowing that’s where true leadership lives.

8. We Act with Integrity

We don’t manipulate, perform, or pretend. We do what’s right, not what’s easy — and we speak truth even when it’s not popular.

9. We Are Solution Providers

We name problems, but we also show up with ideas. We bring clarity, not just criticism — and we build the culture we want to work in.

10. We Commit to Truth

We stand for honesty, equity, and long-haul change. We believe the future of vet med depends on all of us being braver, kinder, and more collaborative than ever before.