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How much is $100 worth in the state you call home?

Fetch dvm360 conference educator Dr. Jonathan Bloom shares his 3 F philosophy that helps him enjoy life to the fullestboth at home and in his veterinary practice.

Hiring a financial adviser should make your life easier, not more confusing. These six questions will help determine if a financial adviser is worth your business.

Alan Robinson, BVSc, MRCVS, DMS, director of VetDynamics UK Ltd, says a lot of veterinary practices don’t do well because of their inability to produce good financial results.

Hey there. New here? Whether youve worked at a veterinary practice for 10 minutes or 10 years, a new position means its time to grow.

What did Fetch dvm360 attendees in San Diego learn from playing the new game Veterinarians Against Insanity?

Veterinary management consultant Bash Halow held a roundtable with practice managers and asked them what theyd wished theyd known before stepping into their roles.

While there is so much focus on the symptoms — taxes, big-box stores, Dr. Google, etc. — there isn't enough focus on the actual problem: low business acumen among veterinary professionals.

We can do better than, Look, it doesnt mean your dog has a tick-borne disease, but it doesnt not mean that.

Veterinary medicine in the real world rarely follows what youve studied in your textbooksoften because of two human variables: yourself and your clients. Here are some tips on how to gain confidence, own your expertise and communicate effectively about three different topics and procedures youre sure to encounter as a newly-minted associate veterinarian.

You're the hello and goodbye to every client, and the guiding hand of the veterinary practice. Here's how to make sure you're being the best you can be.

Veterinary team members made mistakes in this fictional case study from Fetch dvm360 educator Bash Halow, LVT, CVPM. But was the doctor more interested in blaming than finding solutions?

If you’re considering giving during the holiday season, it’s important to find a charity that “puts your money to work.”

While politicians wrestles over tax reform in Washington, D.C., Ive got some inventory tips to save you money this year, next year and every year.

OKyou can remove the hard hat now, but dont get too relaxed. More change may be ahead.

Fixing behavioral problems in patients starts with removing inciting stimuli.

New research has found that people who are considered “materialistic” tend to use Facebook much more frequently than people who are less interested in possessions.

On Christmas eve, do you want to be visited by the Ghost of Opportunities Past? Then it's time to check out tips from these inspiring contest winners trying to talk clients and your practice management into forward booking.

While there are a few ongoing and significant concerns among the economic indicators, most signs point to 2018 shaping up well for veterinarians and team members.

You know how important good behavior is for dogs and puppies, even though your veterinary clients might not. What better way to bring it up than social media?

As practice manager, I could see that both interdepartmental interaction and veterinary client marketing were suffering. Social media to the rescue!

The financial planning process should be ongoing, but these six year-end tips will help ensure you start off 2018 on the right foot.

Investing successfully in real estate can give you the freedom to work fewer hours. Here are some points to ponder if you’re thinking about diving in.

Alan Robinson, BVSc, MRCVS, DMS, director of VetDynamics UK Ltd, explains that a successful veterinary practice is not an overnight sensation.

In the latest installment of "Old School, New School," we ask the question: Where's the line between appropriately righteous indignation about pet owners' choices and getting really judgy about those choices? Dr. Codger and Dr. Greenskin seem to differ. Where do you fall?

Veterinary architect Ashley Shoults, AIA, considers a quartet of once-stylish-now-troubling veterinary hospital design fads that are fixable (we promise!).

These treats are not only dog approved, they're waistline-friendly, thanks to Dr. Ernie Ward.

Almost everyone wishes their practice ran more efficiently. The old adage, “work smarter, not harder” can be accomplished with ease when you make these small changes to your daily routine.

Youve made the leap of faith to implement retail in your practice. Now what? Here are some inspirational photos to help get you started.

When most people hear the word “capital” they automatically equate it to finances. However, there are at least seven other kinds of capital.