As we emerge from the tunnel, fees climb only slightly

There's a light at the end of the recession tunnel, but consumers are still skittish about spending. And yet business costs continue to increase. How do you balance this? Most veterinary practices are increasing their fees modestly this year—just enough to cover their own cost increases. Whatever decision you make, now's the time to increasingly monitor your financial position and the impact of any changes you implement on your practice.

Will you increase yours fees in 2009?