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Katie James, dvm360 Associate Content Specialist

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Practical weight loss tips: Help put portly veterinary patients on a path to success

Try this tip to engage veterinary clients and help them stick to their pets weight loss plan.


Brandy R. Sobczak, DVM

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Toxicology case: Albuterol toxicosis in a pit bull terrier

Calming a pit bull's racing heart after exposure to this bronchodilator.


John Volk

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Decision Data: Satisfied with Cat-Friendly Practice?

A data dive yields insights on becoming a Cat-Friendly Practice through the American Association of Feline Practitioners—and how satisfied veterinary hospital owners and managers are with the results.



Rachael Zimlich, BSN, RN

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Has pet insurance hit its stride?

It’s been something of a struggle to establish pet insurance as a standard in pet care in the United States, but a new generation of pet owners may be changing that.



Julie Ann Luiz Adrian, DVM

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Image Quiz: Fragile, hyperextensible skin in a dog

Uncover the condition behind this dog's pendulous, delicate skin.


Robert Henrickson, DVM

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Help veterinary clients show love for your clinic

This clinic provides helpful instructions to clients on how to post an online review.



Erika Valente

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How our veterinary hospital survived an employee mismatch

Why one DVM's style didn't fit-and what we did about it.This was written by one of 10 finalists for the Veterinary Economics Practice Manager of the Year award, sponsored by VPI. For more from each finalist and a slideshow of the nominees, visit dvm306.com/PMOY.


Emily Klocke, DVM, DACVS

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Audio: When to suspect a migrating grass awn in dogs

Dr. Emily Klocke describes the typical clinical presentation of dogs that have grass awn foreign bodies.From the CVC in San Diego, veterinary surgeon Dr. Emily Klocke describes the typical clinical presentation of dogs that have grass awn foreign bodies. 


Ryan King, DVM, DACVR

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Should you refer for an ultrasound?

You don't have an ultrasound machine in your practice yet, but you're thinking that it might be ideal for that case that just walked into your door. Here's one imaging expert's guidance on which cases are mostly likely to yield diagnostic results.


Melissa Dean, DVM

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How I paid off my veterinary student debt in four years

Some veterinary associates don't like to negotiate or budget, but both skills helped me find the career and lifestyle I always wanted.


Christopher Snyder, DVM, DAVDC

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CVC highlight: A 4-tiered approach to considering the efficacies of dental home care techniques

Veterinary dentist Dr. Christopher Snyder discusses which at-home measures are appropriate for which pets.


Amy Klotz, RVT

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Fish for ways to appreciate your veterinary team members

Use this tip to recognize team members' exceptional efforts.



Jeff Rothstein, DVM, MBA

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Properly harnessing AI could reshape veterinary care

The latest AI tools can bolster patient care, client satisfaction, and revenue while alleviating staff workload


Marcie Willis

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Get exam room questions right with your veterinary clients

Ask clients the right questions and you'll get more chances to educate.


Linda Weiford

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Deaf veterinary student hears the call

After experiencing a lack of veterinary resources in rural Alaska, veterinary student Kimi Ross didn?t let deafness squelch her desire to provide needed care.


Tony Pease, DVM, MS, DACVR

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It's good to have options in veterinary ultrasound

Before you dive into Veterinary Economics product guide, Tony Pease, DVM, MS, DACVR, says to examine your options.



Colleen S. Koch, DVM

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A low-stress handling algorithm: Key to happier visits and healthier pets

This tool will help you take measures now to make every visit a positive one for every pet, ensuring that when more serious issues arise, you can achieve an optimal outcome.


Aan Gonsalves

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Why we decided to open the books to our veterinary team

Whole team involvement leads to smarter financial decisions.


Shannon Alarcon

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When the doctor is NOT in

Our two-doctor veterinary show turned into a solo act when a DVM went out on a well-deserved maternity leave. Here are seven pieces of advice for other managers and teams living through a veterinarian's extended leave.



Rob Graham, CVT

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The importance of consistent vaccine protocols in your veterinary practice

Do you know what your doctors recommend? Are clients confused? Heres how I guarantee everyone is on the same page.


Michael Dicks, PhD

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Debt-to-income ratio: Short-term gains but long-term problems

Yes, this KPI of the professions health looks better, but the cost to educate veterinarians is still out of sync with the publics value of their services.


David Dycus, DVM, MS, CCRP, DACVS-SA

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Design for surgical (suite) precision

This veterinary surgeon has seen it all ... installed in the wrong places. Here are a few things to think about in your surgical suite when you build a new hospital or knock the walls around in your current one.



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