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Over a cat's lifetime, the costs can add up. Here are the most expensive breeds, based on industry data.

Consumers prefer brand names with repetition and alliteration, a new study finds.

Data from NCVEI shows growth for most veterinary practices in the first two quarters, but profitability still less than optimal.

Researchers in the UK connect separation anxiety to pessimism in pooches.

Consider these facts before implementing a paperless system at your veterinary practice.

The younger crowd gets all of the attention from marketers, but don't ignore your older clients-their online presence is increasing rapidly.

Veterinary practice owners found out that trust and dependability count and that real estate isn't a guarantee.

A total of $3 million will be awarded over three years.

Veterinary professionals and pet owners can now log on to the same website to purchase veterinary directories and resources.

Practice owners can play a crucial role in helping new associates step up.

Could your veterinary team members be just as happy-and productive-as these who are attend off-site team-building retreats?

Get doctors and team members' consent forms on file before rolling cameras into your veterinary practice.

A recently released June survey shows midyear optimism.

When clients try your patience, try this response.

Some human hospitals have come up with a new way for doctors to meet prospective clients. Could it work for your veterinary practice?

Master your veterinary practice's most challenging product and supply issues.

Know what to do when payment isn't received at appointments.

Print this sample for payment and accounts receivable policies for your veterinary practice.

Free advertising for you. Happy brand loyalty for them.

Don't dismiss clients' requests-no matter how absurd they may be.

Veterinary leaders plan a November meeting to carve out strategies to reverse the trend of dwindling client visits.

When it comes to client communications about oral health, it's as much how you say it and what you say.

Use demographics and a little easy math to determine a profitable fee schedule for your veterinary practice

Traditional IRA to Roth IRA conversions present tax planning complexities. Here's what you need to know.

Clients' requests can be downright bizarre sometimes. Just look at these outrageous stories readers shared with us.

Add nutrition to exam room discussions for healthier patients at your veterinary practice.

Keep veterinary clients happy with comfort stations, kid treats, and follow-ups.

Provide new veterinary clients with reasons to come back and signs of your commitment to their pets.

After experiencing the loss of his own pet, one DVM is fighting to change compensation laws.

Team-building retreats leave your veterinary team stronger, happier, and more efficient. Here's your guide to planning one.