Technicians
Lean into the veterinary profession
If you don't want to see your practice sold to a corporation, maybe you should own it. Practice ownership offers a powerful path for women to take leadership positions in their practices. (We're looking at you, associates, managers and technicians!)
Letter: Call your state vet about zoonotic disease
Our writer told veterinary team members to cover zoonotic diseases in their clients' new puppy and kitten visits. This state veterinarian wants you all to know your state veterinarian is an excellent resource.
Resume, interview tips from a hiring manager
Write your next great resume or nail that next job interview at a veterinary practice with my tips from years of hiring and firing.
Handout: How dangerous is that dog?
Before the next dog bite incident has you thinking twice about how to handle a canine patient, dive into this handout.
What the heck do you call a 'dental'?!
Don't short-change the hard work that goes into dental work by calling it just a "cleaning" in front of clients. Two veterinary dentists sound off on their favorite terminologyand why.
What to do when you see a tooth of a different color
If your patient has a gray, pink, purple or blue tooth, dont just tell the owner to keep an eye on it. An intrinsically stained tooth is more than just a cosmetic issue, and the associated disease is often painful.
Client handout: An FAQ about those horrible hot spots
You hate to see these painful areas in your veterinary patients. Pass on this handout to help your clients overcome themand prevent them.
Quiz: How toxic is your veterinary practice?
If you suspect bad communication and personality conflicts poisoning your veterinary practice culture, confirm your diagnosis here.
Increase your senior savvy
Weve scoured our site to bring you a collection of some of our favorite senior care tips to use in your veterinary clinic and to send home with your clients.
Choose your own adventure
Would you be happiest working at a small, privately owned veterinary practice or a larger corporate practice? Use these factors to help plot your career path.
Technicians and cystocentesis: A closer look at veterinary supervision
Highly trained and experienced team members with the proper credentials can handle delicate procedures as well as-or better than-their bosses. So why do veterinarians have to be involved at all?
Can mosquito repellent minimize the need for a heartworm preventive?
Veterinary cardiology specialist Dr. Matthew Miller explains the benefits and limitations of using mosquito repellents.
The No. 1 thing technicians get wrong about pain management
We'll give you a hint: saying, "we've always done it this way" isn't how you should go about pain management.
Canine dental treat comparison chart
Not all canine dental treats are created equal. Use this chart in your veterinary hospital to help dog owners find the best chews for their pets.
A heartfelt infographic on heart disease
Make sure clients are aware of the signs of heart disease with this in-depth infographic.
Talking to ticked off clients
Let's be real here: giving clients the ''tick talk'' gets repetitive. Here are a few suggestions to overcome common objections.
Slow and steady wins the transition to a new veterinary diet
When transitioning a pet to a new diet, think like the tortoise, not the hare.
Three legs, big heart
Tripawds Foundation provides support for pet owners when their canine and feline companions are facing amputation.
There's no ''I'' in ''Ouch!''
At a recent CVC session, pain expert Tasha McNerney explains the different roles team members play in recognizing and managing pain and why each role is important.
How to ask your boss for CE
Want to attend the CVC this year? We've got a conversation tree to help you show your boss the value of a national veterinary conference.
Parasite preventives: Offer less to get more
Though it may sound counterintuitive, offering fewer choices for flea and tick control can lead to more sales and more satisfied veterinary clients.
Client handout: Ultrasound FAQ
Give your veterinary clients the basics on what to expect and how to prepare.
Cat + Patio: Build your own catio
An awesome DIY for an outdoor patio, for cats. You heard it here first.
Watch your language (when it comes to parasite preventives)
The goal is to make sure clients are using year-round parasite prevention. What if you're unknowingly making them refuse?
Friend or foe?
Before your work bud becomes your new BFF, learn from these common mistakes that spring from friendships with your veterinary colleagues.
Senior pets: Living on the edge
Are your senior patients (especially senior cats) getting the regular care they need at your clinic?
Needs care, no $$
When the client cant pay, know what to do and say. Expert and CVC speaker Danielle Russ, BS, BA, AS, LVT, says that there are silver linings you can give to these bleak situations.
Ease into a nail trim with treats
Kibble distraction leads to relaxation.
Make your veterinary practice more suitable for senior pets
Youre going to want to meme-orize these 8 tips.
"The dog has eye oogies. Do I need to come in?"
Spell out some major causes of ocular discharge for veterinary clients with a little guidance on whether it's an emergency or something for the next wellness visit.