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Stories from the front lines of the war on veterinary debt: Part 2
Veterinarian Tim Dickerson started with a 10-year plan and a monthly budget to tackle his $120K debt.
Pillars of prevention: Getting to "yes" for parasite control-a roundtable discussion (Sponsored by Merial)
During a recent roundtable discussion, leading experts in the fields of veterinary parasitology, dermatology, behavior, and client communication gathered to discuss parasite control opportunities in clinical practice.
End fearful visits to your veterinary practice
Coat yourself in pheromones and stuff your pockets with treats to make pets feel more comfortable.
BizQuiz: Marking cats vs. eliminating cats (question 2)
Use this quiz to help determine whether a cat is marking or eliminating.
Form: Sample conversation tree: Responding to pet owners' comments about the 20/20 report
Consider some of the questions clients might ask after viewing the Nov. 22 20/20 segment, "Is Your Veterinarian Being Honest with You?" Then use these sample responses.
Don't miss follow-ups with veterinary clients
Show your practice's commitment to pet care with a professional post-appointment phone call.
Facing a security wake-up call at our veterinary hospital
We learned an alarming lesson the night a burglar broke into our clinic-we weren't well prepared.
CVC highlight: DIY veterinary rehabilitation for patients with patella and cruciate injuries
Dr. Wardlaw discusses some therapeutic alternatives to get orthopedic patients comfortably back on their feet.
CVC highlight: How to break bad news to veterinary clients
Communication strategies and tips for breaking difficult news to clients.
Mandatory CE: Right for your veterinary team?
A more knowledgeable team means a better experience for clients.
How veterinary practices rise up after the recession
The economy's looking up-and so should you. It's time to get out of the red and into rebuilding your practice with these tips.
BizQuiz: Is your life balance out of whack? (question 2)
Is your life balance out of whack? Use this quiz to find out.
Conquering compassion fatigue in the veterinary profession
Rationing empathy and other emotional energies can be a job in itself-but learning to listen to yourself is key.
Client handout: Practice visit survey
BizQuiz: Is your life balance out of whack? (question 3)
Posts and tweets about life stages
Use your social media network to raise awareness about veterinary care for dogs and cats at each stage of life.
Customized veterinary care for all life stages
Create a list of services for pet life stage kits based on your practice care recommendations, and help clients see where their pet fits in.
Debunking 20/20: The real truth about veterinary medicine
How to tackle your clients' questions in the wake of ABC's news report.
10 easy steps for housetraining a dog
This handout gives pet owners tips to successfully train their dog to eliminate in an acceptable location.
A good mix
A glimpse into the numbers of two growing rural practices.
Television commercials released to promote preventive veterinary care
Annual visits "as essential as food and love," says public service announcement from Partners for Healthy Pets.
SLIDESHOW: Success in mixed animal practice
Veterinarians with a heart for small-town life find big opportunities with mixed-animal practice.
QUIZ: How much do you know about the American West's wild horse population?
A recent evaluation by a National Research Council committee sheds light on the National Wild Horses and Burros Program.