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Use this form to find out exactly when a pet was last fed and received its last insulin injection.

Try this winning team-building activity.

NATIONAL REPORT - Anyone wishing to buy or sell a veterinary practice shouldn't have any more difficulty doing so than they would have had before the recent sharp downturn in the U.S. economy.

PORTLAND, ORE. - The alarms are sounding again to increase the number of veterinarians in the United States.

Paying attention to demographics, finances, diagnostics yields benefits.

NATIONAL REPORT - Brett Cordes, DVM, turned 35 when he felt the lump in his neck.

I am sure that by now pretty much every veterinary hospital owner is aware that it is important to have an employee handbook or manual for clinic workers.

In this audio clip from the Veterinary Economics Progress in Practice seminars, consultant Denise Tumblin, CPA, talks about client service and building pet owners' perception of value.

Veterinary consultant Mark Opperman, CVPM, discusses how follow-up is crucial when assigning responsibility.

Especially in the current economic environment, you may hate that moment when you ask the client for money. In this audio clip from Progress in Practice, consultant Denise Tumblin addresses this issue and talks about how to explain the value you're offering as you make your recommendation.

Survey says costumed cats and dogs most likely to be pumpkins, devils, and witches.

Schaumburg, Ill. -- Having a bad day? Here's some news that may perk you up. A recent survey of the profession shows veterinarians love their jobs and are generally pretty happy people.

You may be a model worker, but is your body suffering for it?

Dr. Jeff Rothstein, MBA, a Veterinary Economics advisory board member, shares some insights from the trenches in hard-hit Detroit.

A new study shows that in a tight job market, many people would.

This PDF handout will help clients keep their pets safe from Halloween hazards.

Download and print out this special PDF client handout with terrific tips on protecting pets during busy Halloweens at home.

Take a closer look at Veterinary Economics Hospital Design Competition Merit Award winner Veterinary Surgical Associates/Veterinary Medical Specialists in Campbell, Calif.

If you're male and think women belong in the home, you earn more. If you're female and believe the same thing, you earn less.

Using money not accounted for to fund team outings is a great employee bonding experience.

Watch how you treat your associates-you may be grooming them to resent you.

Sprucing up your practice's exterior is easier and cheaper than you might think.

As gas prices stay steep, gas cards are a great way to reward employees.

An Israeli city is using a DNA database to match feces left in the street to dogs and their owners.

DNA tests can generate revenue and lure clients to your practice.

Dr. Keith Hilinski sought an upscale look when designing his 6,500-square-foot facility.

Carrying too much inventory can hurt your practice's bottom line.

Offering dental care is a great way to generate revenue in a tough economy.

Develop a game plan to meet your financial goals.

Many veterinarians fail to perform full physical exams, instead jumping into quick diagnostics.