VPN Plus+ ExclusiveEight annoying new client questions and demandsJanuary 7, 2026By Patty Khuly, VMD, MBAHonestly, there’s not much more we can do except behave empathetically, even when we want to throw our stethoscope across the room and storm out. Indeed, after my third ivermectin conversation last week I nearly lost it. The pause was long and uncomfortable but I recovered and explained the research. I even invited them to hit up Chat GPT for advice on the subject.
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Amp up your practice with a few low-cost, low-labor projectsJanuary 7, 2026Help your constituents feel better about spending time in your practice. These simple, low-labor, low-cost steps can make a big difference to your clients, your colleagues, and your patients.
Self-compassion: Essential for sustaining a career in vet medJanuary 6, 2026When we operate from depletion, our ability to offer empathy, patience, and clear decision-making erodes. Self-compassion is not selfish—it is foundational. It sustains our capacity to care for patients and clients.
Bridging borders: The benefits of studying abroad for vet tech studentsDecember 30, 2025A veterinary technician recounts leading vet tech students to Zimbabwe, where immersive study-abroad experiences deepen understanding of One Health, conservation, and access to care.
What's next for your clinic: Remodel, expand, or build new?December 30, 2025Regardless of your circumstances, budget, or goals, there are common best practices every veterinarian should have in their back pocket when evaluating a facility.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveTech Talk: What new vet tech hires need most in their first 90 daysDecember 24, 2025By Beckie Mossor, BIS, MPA, RVTThe truth is simple: early success for new credentialed veterinary technicians isn’t about toughness; it’s about thoughtful, compassionate structure. When we build systems that honor what new grads truly need, we don’t just retain employees: We build empowered professionals who stay, grow, and ultimately become the mentors the next generation deserves.
A look at innovative financing options for veterinary practicesDecember 23, 2025Check out how crowdfunding, grants, and impact investors are shaping the future of financing.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveWhat do you tell clients who complain about prices?December 16, 2025By Patty Khuly, VMD, MBASure, it’s complex, multifactorial, and not any one individual’s doing. I get this, but I absolutely believe it will be our profession’s undoing. Moreover, it’ll happen partly because we as veterinary professionals have all been at least a little guilty of willingly participating in the process.
3 ways to strengthen senior pet remindersDecember 16, 2025Are your senior patients staying on schedule for wellness visits? With wellness visits declining, veterinary teams can use these three strategies to strengthen reminders for clients and ensure pets age seven and older receive timely care.
Are you ready to sell your veterinary practice?December 12, 2025This article details the steps veterinary practice owners should take years before retirement or sale to increase practice value and avoid rushed or disadvantageous exits.
