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No website expresses empathy for a sick and dying pet. No website puts a hand on a client's shoulder.

It started as a rumor. It turned into a battle for survival to save my practice against development.

Many veterinary associates these days wonder whether buying a practice is still a viable option in today's economy. After all, how can they take on additional debt when they're already saddled with their student loan burden? Read on for the answer.

Looking for an easy way to lure in new clients? Here's a small token of appreciation that shows off your practice.

Getting your team involved is an important step in educating clients about parasites. Closing your doors for a few hours might be the best way to initiate this training.

No interaction with your staff is insignificant. Give your full effort every day to keep team members happy and working hard.

A fun way to share your profits with team members

Following this guideline will make life in the veterinary practice harder-but easier.

Practice ownership carries many responsibilies, but the rewards compensate for any hardship.

My practice regularly refers cases to a nearby specialty practice. Recently my own dog became sick, and the clinic offered me a disappointingly meager discount for its services. Am I expecting too much? Is there a standard for professional discounts?

The graceful shape of a cat's face. The watchful eye of a dog. The smile of a grateful client. These are the faces of veterinary care. They keep us going and can help us succeed in practice, conquer our mountains, and be the best veterinarians we can be.

Here are four ways to strengthen your relationship with clients.

An economic downturn is not the time to cut back on marketing. Rather, it's an opportunity to grow your veterinary practice's brand and prepare for greater financial success once the market recovers.

Here's the scoop on employee deductions for technician certification costs.

Conquer clients' fears at the veterinary practice with these communication tips.

Regular brushing is key to a pet's overall dental health, so use this handout to help educate your clients about home care.

Promote dental health by showing your clients how to keep their pets' teeth clean.

Highlights from the 2011 North American Veterinary Conference

Create new clients while their pets get groomed

Distance between two parties leads to mutually beneficial outcomes.

Check out these new faces appearing for the first time on the CVC practice management program in May 2011.

From prevention and treatment tips to survival stories and client handouts, here's everything you'll need to educate your veterinary team and clients about carbon monoxide poisoning in pets.

Educate veterinary clients about the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning in pets with this simple handout.

A new study reveals Americans-and Europeans-will give up luxuries for animal necessities.

Blaming superficial differences for team conflict may be too easy. The causes require specific resolution.

The law of the jungle doesn't sit well with some women in the workforce.

The book aims to teach third-graders about careers in the sciences.

Animals-like veterinarians-carefully gauge how close is too close to another animal's jaws.

Look out for these signs of failure in your veterinary practice.

Q&A: Should I remodel my current facility instead of building a new one?