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When clients hesitate to have their pet put under, be primed to pounce on their misconceptions, bat down myths about anesthesia, and strike back with facts and recommendations customized to their pet's condition.

Play classical music in your veterinary practice to set the mood.

Consider this quick guide to what you should - and shouldn't - say to lock in parasite prevention compliance.

But some private veterinary practices have found ways to co-exist with public programs and charitable organizations.

As an associate, what do I do about team management problems when I don't have the authority to address them?

This time-saving technique will help your veterinary staff stay on schdule and keep your clients happy.

Veterinary employers would benefit from adopting the sunshiny practices of labor unions and government.

Veterinarian by day, cartoonist by night, Dean Scott, DVM, deals with stresses through humor at funnyvet.com.

A longtime client admits to an episode of abuse, and a veterinarian weighs her options.

Accept the challenges of veterinary medicine by branching out of your comfort zone-even if it's forced upon you.

Exam room reference sheet

Keep your veterinary supplies in their place with this space-saving idea.

Happy patients mean happy clients and team members. Take advantage of this rewards system and exam room form, and give everyone a reason to rejoice.

If your patients are known for their devilish behavior, find out how you can help your practice step up behavior services to change that

Drs. Alan Green and David Sachs use a census board and fax report to help increase efficiency at Charleston Veterinary Referral Center.

Consultant Fritz Wood explains how and why it’s essential to the health of veterinary practices.

Hospital howlers that send the team screaming.

West Nile Virus is in the news again. Arm your clients with information to help keep their pets safe.

Mind your way and sidestep potential clinic troubles.

Many obstacles stand in the way of your happiness and success as a veterinarian, but a little introspection and team management can get you back on track

Calm client fears about radioiodine treatment.

When a caregiver brought an ill and severely matted cat to our practice, our veterinary team began a journey that demonstrated the bonds of love and compassion that can blossom among pets, their people, and a veterinary team.

A simple solution to tame rowdy children in the waiting room.

Every hospitalized pet needs a nutritional assessment. Establishing realistic feeding goals is an important part of patient care to enhance the likelihood of a positive outcome.

How should practitioners calculate vacation?

Years after graduating, this Utah veterinarian is still in the grips of his student loan burden. But hope is on the horizon as he finally closes in on his dream of owning a practice.

Focus on compassion when working with elderly clients.

Give anxious dogs relief during their stay.

An easy way to help clients who can't afford care.

Pet owners don't want their animals to hurt. But when you tell veterinary clients their pets are suffering, your words might also cause pain. Here's how to lessen the hurt and help pets and clients feel better.