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Learn how new healthcare laws mean big changes for your veterinary practice.

Team members running work errands for your veterinary practice must be licensed and their cars must be in good shape. Otherwise, guess who's on the hook for liability?

Targeted hiring yields better candidates that fit your existing team.

No. 1 on the list: You can double your appointments with doubling your veterinarians' daily workload.

Veterinary practices in the Gulf Coast are feeling the financial impact of the oil spill

Don't dole out harsh reprimands or, worse, ignore the problem. Keep team members in line-and make sure you're being fair.

Put on a heartworm-test magic show for clients

Examples of services technicians may be able to provide in technician-only appointments.

At less than $100, it's a cost-effective way to house patients.

The sales rep may promise the world, but what's really better for your practice?

To groom a successor, involve him or her in management, offer regular CE, and answer questions.

Many associates are choosing to start a new veterinary practice, not buy one. If that's you, find out what's fueling the trend and how to make sure your neighborhood debut is a big hit.

Your clients want convenience and low price-the same things you look for as a consumer.

Get real about your ideal clients, team members, and practice philosophy.

See the signs of a coworker-or a practice culture-on the edge.

Salmonella contamination may be the culprit in severe 2006 and 2008 outbreaks, especially affecting small children.

The world of architecture is still abuzz with LEED certification. Do you need it to ensure your new veterinary practice is earth friendly?

Don't be nervous: Dive into writing blogs or filming simple video blogs.

This edition of the Five covers the Year of the Veterinarian, food-animal antibiotics, veterinarians' most important skill outside of medical know-how, and more.

I'm having trouble maintaining an efficient and workable inventory system for my mobile equine practice. How can I simplify things?

Sinking team morale with negativity is out. Positive support is in.

Taking the BizQuiz? This is the answer to question 2 of "Are you educating your veterinary team?"

Taking the BizQuiz? This is the answer to question 3 of "Are you educating your veterinary team?"

Taking the BizQuiz? This is the answer to question 6 of "Are you educating your veterinary team?"

Taking the BizQuiz? This is the answer to question 10 of "Are you educating your veterinary team?"

Taking the BizQuiz? This is the answer to question 4 of "Are you educating your veterinary team?"

Taking the BizQuiz? This is the answer to question 9 of "Are you educating your veterinary team?"

Taking the BizQuiz? This is the answer to question 7 of "Are you educating your veterinary team?"