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Social media rules: Be yourself, ask questions of your audience, and don't talk only about pets.

A smaller, more intimate practice suits this California doctor-and his clients-just fine.

Do some clients go too far in their attachment to their pets? If so, what do we do about it?

Take steps if disgruntled team members vent online.

Start this year off right-even if it is already February-with these ideas for winning dental healthcare and happy clients.

A survey indicates large gaps in clients' knowledge of this deadly disease.

Karyn Gavzer points out the importance of proper perspective.

Today, you're more likely than ever before to say that you're seeing price sensitivity from clients. Yes, Mrs. Smith may still accept your team's recommendations. But it may take more education.

The dvm360 Veterinary CE Center includes upcoming and on-demand web courses in client service, practice management, and career development. Check it out!

Exercise is easier with a partner. Educate clients who want their dogs as running buddies.

The editors at dvm360 analyzed veterinary practices today and identified eight critical trends. Top of the list: More clients who can't or won't pay. We built this package to help.

Stop these easily avoidable mistakes in the owner/manager axis.

Stressed about who to hire? Here's a guide to ensuring your new team member will be a great fit in your practice, courtesy of Debbie Allaben Gair, CVPM, president of Bridging the Gap in Sparta, Mich.

How to get your team management skills up to speed.

South Dakota and Nevada come out on top. New Jersey and Washington, D.C., fill out the bottom.

Make sure clients are informed about their dog's vaccines.

More than half of working fathers said they don't spend enough time with their kids.

Create an adult pet kit to help educate your clients about recommended wellness care for their adult pets.

Provide this handout to your clients so they'll know what to do if they suspect their pet has injested or been exposed to a poisonous substance.

Team members give input on practice.

The following veterinary hospitals have entered the 2010 Veterinary Economics Hospital Design Contest. Click each practice name to view the entry details.

Watch news on cat healthcare, hiring new team members, and an online animated series about a veterinarian.

Those without jobs may scoff, but U.S. workers are less content than ever.

Give this form to clients to give them a room-by-room look at what they need to do to poison-proof their home for pets.

Associates give input on practice.

Stats, floor plan, and photos of this 2010 Hospital Design People's Choice Award contestant.

Stats, floor plan, and photos of this 2010 Hospital Design People's Choice Award contestant.

Large veterinary hospital floor plan of this 2010 Hospital Design People's Choice Award contestant.

Stats, floor plan, and photos of this 2010 Hospital Design People's Choice Award contestant.

Large veterinary hospital floor plan of this 2010 Hospital Design People's Choice Award contestant.