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To my veterinary clients. And I don't feel bad about it.

Like all small breeds, these lovably feisty companions have a few risk factors that come with the territory.

Price cuts put smiles on veterinary clients faces. But your practice can suffer if you overuse them. Then what do you do?

Being respected vs. being liked in the clinic

Use these communication techniques to talk about a chronic but treatable disease like Cushing's.

This veterinary behavior specialist says youre reading your patients all wrong. Bonus: The simplest, most important low-stress practice tip everyone in the veterinary world can use.

In response to a recent installment of The Dilemma, a California veterinarian offers two main recommendations for a smooth board review: Keep excellent medical records, and never alter them.

Top tips for veterinary technicians looking to excel and for equine practitioners looking for star staff.

Your patient is miserable, your client is annoyed and it's not getting better. Here's some data that points to the biggest problems with dermatology cases and some advice on how to address it.

Hush, hush. Keep it down now. What might pet owners might accidentally overhear and misinterpret at your veterinary practice?

Efficiency is hip and waiting rooms are client-friendly

No one thinks disaster will strike, until disaster is right on top of them. Do your veterinary team members, patients and clients a favor by staying on top of life-saving procedures when disaster hits.

Veterinary anesthesiologist says we have an obligation to use every available tool to comfort patients and clients.

Think practice owners are "all about the money?" Listen to Denise Tumblin's take.

Dr. Ernie Ward has been paying close attention to the younger generation of pet owners for years. Now he has a few cheat codes (remember those?) to help veterinarians out when it comes to dealing with Gen Y.

How do you build a client base from zero? Can you mix business with friendship? Are there benefits to starting small? Trent Eddy, DVM, of Ironhorse Veterinary Care in Leawood, Kansas, a 1-year-old startup, shares advice for fellow and future entrepreneurs.

Dr. Robin Downing smacks us all on the forehead with this brilliant tip for better veterinary care for your patients in pain.

Furry fun and future forecasts fly in our latest wide-reaching look at major issues in veterinary medicine. (With an educational grant provided by Boehringer Ingelheim)

Dr. Mike Paul reflects on his humble beginnings, veterinary inspiration and the future of a reality TV-style profession.

Youve got personality, and regardless of where you lie on the introvert-extrovert spectrum, you can be you and a brilliant veterinarian at the same time.

Many questions in a veterinary practice hiring interview that seem harmless on the surface can be discriminatory. Applicants, make sure your interview was on the level. Managers, make sure you review what you'll ask against this list of discriminatory subjects.

Ahh the whimsical tune of a circular saw the rhythmic pounding of a hammer driving a nail. Dust, caulk and drywallwhat's not to love? If your veterinary team doesn't share your enthusiasm, read on.

They may sound good, but certain clauses in your employment agreement might have zero legal enforceability.

Shiba inus have been gaining popularity across the internet through a number of funny memes and listicles, but before taking one home with you, make sure that you do your homework.

Consider these four ways to identify toxic team members and practice manipulators and stop them from damaging your practice and your reputation.

The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) has released its guidelines for keeping your pets safe this Halloween.

If youre a general veterinary practitioner, these strategies can help you get more comfortable with a topic you may dread.

Veterinary architect Heather Lewis is here to remind the veterinary world that even mans closest of animal companions still sees, smells, hears and experiences vary differently in crucial ways. Keeping that truth in mind helps immensely when it comes to designing a low-stress environment.

"Veterinarians are not most income-productive in administrative positions," warns Mark Opperman, CVPM.