Client Relations & Marketing
Internet marketing for the new generation of pet owners (Proceedings)
The days of marketing your veterinary practice solely through the Yellow Pages, word of mouth or local newspapers are over.
When the bond breaks
Pets die every day, but when it happens on the veterinarian's table should the doctor be forced to pay?
Sample script: Sticky payment scenario
Follow these talking points when a client's pet insurance is denied.
Not before their time
Remind clients old age isn't a disease.
Keep costs affordable
Invaluable health care at a cost clients like.
Problem children at the practice
How to talk to parents.
Why senior pets weigh more
Extra pounds are extra problems.
Offer the best-care plan
Pets deserve the best.
Discounts: Always a bad idea?
Many practice owners reject discounts, but offering clients little freebies can sometimes benefit your practice.
Summer care tips for your pet
Review these tips to keep pets safe and healthy during the spring and summer seasons.
How a mouse can fill the house
Companies with Web site templates and directories help veterinarians pack in new clients.
Heartworm reminder
Scope out this sample form.
Q&A: Winning the war on bugs
How can I convince clients to purchase parasite products from our practice?
We are always on call
We should represent our profession at all times-even when we're off duty.
Walk-in vaccine clinic
A walk-in vaccination clinic on even-numbered wednesdays helps this practice battle a bad economy and serve patients.
Parasites at a glance
Educate clients about the health risks parasites pose with this client education handout.
Stay dry in the financial storm
Feeling pelted by the recession? From your fellow owners, associates, and practice managers, here are 17 ideas for making the best of the downturn.
Quality of life scale
Help clients considering euthanasia.
Educate clients about overweight pets
Share food and exercise tips on the Web and in newsletters.
New study compares changes in compliance
Lakewood, Colo. -- Since 2002, veterinarians have realized that they play as much a role in compliance as pet owners, and compliance levels have increased as a result, according to a new study.
Age and obesity go hand in hand
Study shows extra pet pounds add up with old age.
Canine annual examination report
A convenient handout of what to ask clients to lock in compliance.
Video: Avoid these Web mistakes
Karyn Gavzer, MBA, CVPM, warns against the top veterinary site design errors. Here's how to avoid these web marketing mistakes.
Cocoa mulch can be deadly to dogs
E-mail raises awareness of landscaping dangers.
Client handout: Certificate of bravery
Award surgery patients for their bravery.
Cocoa mulch e-mail
Moose's tragic story warns pet owners of the dangers of cocoa mulch.
Video: Attract new clients with your Web site
Karyn Gavzer, MBA, CVPM, explains what to include and who to link to on your site.
Dogs react badly to aggressive training
A new survey finds that some dogs may bite first and not learn later when it comes to confrontational training techniques.
5 tolerance commandments
Make a pact not to judge clients.
Client handout: Boarding vacation report
Clients want to know about their pets' behavior during boarding. Show them with this form.