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Stay cool when you're out on call with these tips.

Find out if these 4 cutting-edge veterinary trends are for you.

We've changed things up a bit to make our veterinary client handouts easier to find and use.

Here are some examples of stellar veterinary facilities that built the most effective way.

Sharing personal stories of pet illness in exam rooms, veterinary newsletters and emails can bridge the gap between a seemingly trouble-free veterinarian and scared clients.

As a record setting heat sets in, here's advice on keeping horses safe and comfortable this summer.

Don't set yourself up for failure. Here are some simple tips to help you stay on track.

One DJ gets a taste of his own medicine – courtesy of a veterinary office manager

It can be hard to say no to an emotional veterinary client, but if you stick to your guns, you might be stuck with big problems.

"Kiss the dog," suggested Dr. Christina Winn in our May 2012 cover story about building strong doctor-patient-client relationships. Boy, did it generate a lot of letters. Here's a sampling, plus a response from Dr. Winn herself.

Playing bingo is a good way to remind veterinary team members to do tasks.

Use a bulletin board to display seasonal information and discounts.

Introverted? Hate selling? Business-phobic? You're not alone, but these traits could be killing your veterinary practice.

When you feel like you're constantly trudging through your day, a change in careers might be a refreshing solution. But if you decide to get out of veterinary practice ownership and sell – be prepared.

Too many options from a veterinarian can be confusing – streamline your clients' and eliminate their frustration.

Don't make a big purchase without considering these questions.

Research from Trone, a veterinary marketing agency, shows where, how, and why pet owners purchase key health products.

Thinking creatively is critical if you want to rise above the competition and the noise of other veterinary practices.

This summer, follow these energy-saving tips from Ryerson University, and you can cut your veterinary practice's energy bill by 20 to 50 percent.

The role of veterinarians is changing, and veterinary schools and colleges are responding and retooling.

So, you've got a website. Now you need to update it and drive your clients there. Veterinary Economics wants to help! Use these resources to populate your site, reach out to pet owners, and develop more compliant clients.

Just like humans, horses like a little TLC on their sore and tired spots.

Your toolbox for promoting flea control to clients, including articles for your veterinary practice's website, Facebook posts and tweets, and blurbs for your e-newsletter.

Veterinary drug spinoff company plans to offer minority share in stocks in 2013.

Somebody else's mom or dad, husband or wife, or son or daughter. It?s easy to feel on the outside when you have a front-row seat to personal relationships in the veterinary workplace. Use this advice from Firstline board member Shawn McVey to navigate tricky waters with style.

Download this handy form that makes securing veterinary client permission to post photos and social media updates a snap.

Links to websites asking for disaster help from veterinarians.