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Top 10 human medications that poison pets
Encourage clients to keep these drugs far away from their pets.
End conflict by appreciating each other's differences
Learn the first step toward understanding and valuing the differences among team members.
Bracing for the big one
The final chapter of the Firstline Challenge prepares you to build strong bonds with clients by providing excellent service and education.
What pushes your veterinary practice value down?
Evaluate your animal hospital's staffing, equipment, inventory and more
5 top client questions answered
The barrage of queries can be head spinning. Keep your responses straight by following this advice.
Practical ideas for managing common urologic problems
These tips-two for dogs and one for cats-are easy to implement and will improve patient care.
Ask Amy: How to handle know-it-all clients
How to address overconfident pet owners.
Emergency situations: Talking payment under pressure
What to do when pet owners are upset over emergency bills.
Faithful follow-ups bond pet owners
Learn how follow-up calls help strengthen the client-clinic bond.
Surviving the client herd
The next chapter in Dr. Michael Obenski's humorous look at client types.
Do you support declaw bans? Read two views
Two team members sound off about the recent California declaw bans.
Puppy and kitten kits grow up
Create adult pet kits to educate clients and increase client compliance.
Talking to clients about feline elimination problems
Cats that begin urinating outside of the litter box can be a challenge. Here's how to help pet owners deal.
Finders, keepers. Losers, learners.
Have clients laughing-and learning-in the waiting room with this creative educational technique.
Learn to love your younger colleagues
Veteran veterinarians have much to teach younger doctors. But the opposite is true as well.
Q&A: Smart ways to save for retirement
I'm a new associate immersed in my first contract negotiation. What are the benefits of a 401(k) vs. a Roth IRA?
Extras for externship students
Need activities to fill a student's down time? Try these.
How to discuss declawing without isolating cat owners
Whatever your view, keep clients in mind.
A tale of two values
Worried about your prices? Be more worried about the perception of value you're presenting to clients.
The sweeper should choose the broom
Everyone affected by a decision should be involved in the process.
The No Complaining Rule
This rule, outlined in Jon Gordon's book by the same name, is just as simple as it seems.
Stressed? Just think about retirement
Workers in stressful jobs enjoy better health before and after retirement.
The biggest complainer wins
One hospital handles staff complaints with humor.
Video: Dr. Marty Becker's biggest client "oops" moments
Dr. Marty Becker shares his most embarrassing moments in the exam room. Can you relate?
How to use social networking in your job search
More employers than ever are using social networking sites to screen job candidates. Make sure you present a positive online image.
Photo gallery: 4 ways to pay tribute to passed pets
Help your clients pay tribute to their four-legged friends with these heartfelt commemorations.
Studies say compassion works in your favor
Do you care? Good -- that can translate into good feelings and respect from others.
Researchers identify why a dog's nose knows
A variety of receptors and airways give dogs their super-smelling abilities.
How to respond to challenging work situations
Follow this advice when you're hit with a client or patient crisis.
December Firstline Challenge topic: Professional growth
Complete these activities to keep your career moving forward.