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Tips to take on veterinary practice ownership
Before you assume the role of practice owner, take note of these tips.
Who's got it the worst?
The 2012 Veterinary Economics Business Issues Survey and our expert decide who has the toughest job in a veterinary practice. Opinions vary.
Teach pet owners to care for old pets
Evidence suggests pet owners don't always recognize when their pets reach their senior years. Here's how veterinary professionals can help.
When does a veterinary associate's restrictive covenant go too far?
I'm worried my restrictive covenant is too tight. Is it legal?
Ethical dilemma: Dealing with an associate veterinarian's addiction
Balancing the well-being of a veterinary practice against a longtime employee's deception creates an ethical dilemma for one practice owner.
The truth behind veterinary associates' restrictive covenants
Does the word "contract" send shivers down your spine? Are your palms sweating just thinking about noncompete clauses and restrictive covenants? Let us ease your fears and set the record straight on what's legal.
Dr. Ernie Ward's top 5 tips for work-life balance
Learn how to keep your personal life and professional life in balance
Dress for success
While you're not what you wear, wearing the right clothes may make the difference in achieving career success and veterinary client compliance. Use your appearance to demonstrate you're a trustworthy source to help educate pet owners.
Veterinary vitality: Are you making time for what matters?
Don't let the demands of life in veterinary practice stand in the way of your fitness and health goals. Learn how to carve out more quality time for you and reap the benefits both in and outside of practice.
Some travelers willing to sneak pets into hotels
New survey says Americans love traveling with pets. Some even get sneaky about it.
Talking to upset veterinary clients
Don't ignore your emotions, but don't fight them.
What you need to know about xylitol
Brush up on your knowledge of this human treat that's a danger to pets.
ClinQuiz: Eye on leptospirosis (Sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica Inc.) Answer 1A
Regular grooming can protect pets' health
Grooming helps pets look good and its good for their health.
ClinQuiz: Eye on leptospirosis (Sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica Inc.) Answer 3C
ClinQuiz: Eye on leptospirosis (Sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica Inc.) Answer 1C
A veterinary team member reacts to her pet's illness
A staff member becomes a client and learns a lesson in empathy.
9 ways to build a human-human bond at your veterinary practice
Like the human-animal bond, this relationship is vital. Cultivate it and watch your veterinary practice thrive.
Client handouts
Turn pet owners onto issues of behavior, dentistry, payment options at your veterinary practice, and more.
Explain the signs of heat exhaustion to clients
When the temperatures rise, tragedy can strike. Be sure clients know the dangers of leaving pets in the heat.
Strategic planning as a veterinary team member
Your ideas count—make them known.
Laser in on surgery discussions in veterinary practice
Veterinary clients face many decisions when bringing their pet in for surgery.
Physical rehabilitation at your veterinary hospital
Physical rehabilitation is the best way to help patients heal quicker, safer, and improve their overall quality of life.
Veterinary technicians: Catch that catheter
Use red and green vet wrap to indicate if a patient's ready to go home.
Canine rehabilitation: Getting orthopedic patients back on their feet
Cranial cruciate ligament tears and ruptures are common conditions that can lead to debilitating osteoarthritis. Consider a veterinary team approach to canine rehabilitation to improve every patient's quality of life.
Hair of the dog
Doggie dental floss solutions.
Veterinary client education, caught on tape
Affordable video-capture devices are great tools for client instruction.
Veterinary practice managers: Answering the question of credit
How can we explain the difference between credit cards and third-party payment plans?
Q&A on dental care of pets for the veterinary team (Sponsored by Iams)
Veterinary dentist Dr. Jan Bellows answers common questions about dental care in pets.
An uncomfortable offer in veterinary practice
I was recently approached by a client who's launching a new animal-related business. I know he's also going to approach other team members with job offers. Should I tell the practice owner?
