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Get ready, be happy with this dose of inspiration and motivation from the CVC.

Andy Roark, DVM and Brian Conrad, CVPM, provided anecdotes and tips at the CVC Kansas City for resolving conflict in an effective way.

We sniffed out the cutest canines at the conference and compiled a dizzying array of dogs in this quick, feel-good video.

Use this advice to get to know the trainers and training styles you're recommending for pet owners.

Dr. Ruth MacPete demonstrates the power of a smile with CVC attendees.

Pam Stevenson, CVPM, offers advice for a veterinarian who's being bullied by a few of her team members.

Use this advice to create a team culture at your practice.

Most owners or managers who are paying attention know that a dynamic shift in employee desires occurred about six years ago. This change has had an effect on numbers of important human resource issues such as vacation, sick time, personal time, flex time, work schedules in general, and of course, wages.

Renew your well of passion for practice with five good things from the veterinary world this week.

Sometimes the best moments in veterinary practice rival our best moments in life.

Heres a look at some of the most positively petrified pets on the Web.

Forget the old ideas of scaredy cats and fraidy dogs. You can make veterinary visits more comfortable for every patient with these simple steps.

Your veterinary clinic cat's got a few gripes, a smartphone and an unlimited texting plan

With forethought and planning, you can achieve your ownership dreams. And luckily, the skills you've developed to reach this goal will help you adapt to the changes you'll experience.

Vet-spiration: Don't worry, get happy with your weekly dose of motivation from the veterinary world

Vet-spiration: Your weekly dose of happy from the veterinary world

These pets have a fierce style that just can't be contained. We think you'll find them tutu cute!

Use this tip to recognize team members' exceptional efforts.

Use these three fast facts to remind pet owners about the importance of rabies vaccination,

Pull the thorn out of the lion's paw and learn to manage your chronic pain in practice.

When pet owners need help picking the right pet, guide them to good choices with these tools.

Clinic cat's cat-itude knows no bounds. Find out how this cool cat's been catting about in your clinic this week..

Use this cheat sheet to schedule more effectively in veterinary practice.

Ddoc--yep, you read that right--Ddoc--was deployed as a military working dog in Afghanistan. One day on patrol mortar fire blew the dog and his handler off their feet. Ddoc dragged his handler to safety and stood guard until it was safe to return to base. But this courageous act came with consequences--canine post-traumatic stress disorder.

If your clinic cat had a cell phone and opposable thumbs, what would he or she text you?

Are you the bully at work? Take this quiz to find out if you need to make a change in your professional behaviors at your veterinary practice.

Shawn McVey offers advice for a veterinary hospital manager struggling to define her job duties.

Weak words will sink your care and product recommendations. Float words with strength to lock in pet care compliance.