Practice Management

Building Bonds To Improve Patient Care

October 27, 2011

If there is one thing we can all agree on, it is that the ability to build strong relationships with clients and their pets is one of the most defining characteristics of a successful veterinary practice. It’s not rocket science—we live and breathe the importance of this bond. We train our staff to master it,… Continue reading...

Banishing The Bane Of Bandaging

October 27, 2011

“Bandaging is the bane of my world.” These words were recently spoken by Dr. Noel Fitzpatrick, the world-renowned veterinary orthopedic and neurosurgeon. This echoes the sentiment of many in our profession. Bandages are ancient, dating back to the early...

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Why We Hate Online Reviews

October 27, 2011

Here’s a not-very-well-kept secret: Most of us detest online reviews. Why? Well, isn’t it obvious? We know that plenty of people now use them almost exclusively to find their new pets’ healthcare provider (us). So we can’t ignore them....

Case Study: Managing Feline Hyperthyroidism With Nutrition

October 21, 2011

Veterinarians have a new option in feline hyperthyroidism management: nutrition. Until now, they have typically relied on radioactive iodine, thyroidectomy and antithyroid drugs, options that can prove expensive and have varied side effects. This new therapy is expected to...

Recapping A Bit Of AVMA St. Louis

September 28, 2011

The American Veterinary Medical Association Convention in St. Louis provided a forum for numerous aspects of our profession. Philippe Cousteau presented a vital keynote address with awe-inspiring videos advocating global clean water and a sustainable earth. AVMA marked World Veterinary...

How To Be Found Above The Noise On The Web

August 24, 2011

Your knowledge, experience, and commitment to your practice and community are exceptional. But that does not mean you can ignore a few new laws of nature. One: The Web is the way communications are done, now and for the...

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Practice Management

Building Bonds To Improve Patient Care

Banishing The Bane Of Bandaging

Proudly partnering with vets & pets across Canada

Why We Hate Online Reviews

Case Study: Managing Feline Hyperthyroidism With Nutrition

Recapping A Bit Of AVMA St. Louis

How To Be Found Above The Noise On The Web

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