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Communicating during a crisisTake these three steps to make sure you can reach your team members and communicate critical news.
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Picking up the slackMy co-workers don't take responsibility for their duties, and I often end up picking up the slack. What can I do?
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Toxicology Brief: Metformin overdose in dogs and catsMetformin is an antihyperglycemic prescription medication labeled for the treatment of noninsulin-dependent (type 2) diabetes mellitus in people. Metformin belongs to the biguanide group of oral antidiabetic agents and is the only biguanide currently available in the United States.
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Anesthesia for dogs and cats with endocrine disease (Proceedings)The endocrine systems throughout the body play crucial rolls in the maintenance and metabolism that are required to maintain health. Perturbations in many of these symptoms occur in dogs and cats and veterinarians are often required to diagnose and treat these conditions that may last throughout the lifetime of a pet.
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U Tube: Nasoesophageal tubes (Proceedings)Instead of viewing anorexia as a secondary problem that will improve when the primary disease has resolved, it is better to be proactive and administer nutrients early.
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Aging gracefully--feeding senior pets (Proceedings)With the hundreds of pet foods available today, an owner's decision about what to feed his or her pet has become a more complicated question than it once was.
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Change your reception area with the flip of a switchIf your reception area seems dull, new light fixtures can provide a low-cost solution. Although most veterinary hospital waiting areas have plenty of light, the quality is often poor.
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Feline hyperthyroidismHyperthyroidism can be diagnosed in most cats based on clinical signs consistent with the disease, physical examination findings including a palpable thyroid nodule and an increased serum total T4 concentration.
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Why clients drive me crazyDr. Hilary Petit loves her clients, but they drive her crazy sometimes.
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Life balance–coping with criticism and complaints (Proceedings)The effects of criticism are dependent on who is giving it – and your relationship to that person. Our world view and understanding is filtered through words. Of all the strategies which handle criticism effectively, the most important is to figure out accurately what the problem is. Be prepared to ask questions to clarify what is wanted or expected.
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Cocktail hourFrom the editor: In January we invited readers to submit their own versions of "Where Did I Go Wrong" in the second Mike Obenski Writing Contest. More than 200 entries poured in and among them Mike Obenski found four worthy of appearing with "the master." This month, Dr. Shelley Hylton-Herring's entry, "Cocktail Hour," garners honorable mention.
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New corporate practice GoodVets focuses on shared ownership, strong leadership skillsVeterinary consolidator wants veterinary teams that are a cultural fit; focuses design choices on local communities.
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Step-by-step photo gallery: How to place a cephalic catheterFollow these steps to place a cephalic catheter
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Dial a diet recommendationHow teleconsultation between primary care veterinarians and nutrition specialists can conquer geographical limitations on patient care.
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The Afya Serengeti Project for Rabies Vaccination and ControlIn this three-part video, Dr. Sarah Cleaveland discusses the Afya Serengeti Project.
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Accommodating youth, age, style, and personality...while the job gets done (Proceedings)Work is a place where people go to get a job done. Hopefully, they like it. Jobs don't exist (primarily) for personal growth, although good employers provide a positive environment for employee development. Smart employers invest in the development of their employees - - the team. That includes honoring diversity. Employers also must keep the business healthy; their employees are hired to do a job. How can employers do both?
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Prove you're a professionalProviding boarding and grooming sends the wrong message to clients about your professional services.
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New equipment boosts more than the bottom lineThe measure of a machine isn't just what shows up on a cost-benefit analysis.
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Behavior medicine: Working for foodUsed correctly, food is an excellent primary reinforcer - not a bribe.
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Canine hip dysplasia diagnosis and treatment (Proceedings)The diagnosis of hip dysplasia is commonly practiced but in my opinion is frequently misunderstood.
