VPN Plus+ ExclusiveLighten the financial load—Why debt consolidation may be the answerOctober 20, 2020Debt is a burden many veterinarians carry. The average 2019 graduate owes roughly $150,000 in educational debt, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). Veterinary professionals also often juggle credit card, loan, and real estate debt from multiple creditors and lenders throughout their careers. The amount of debt you carry can affect everything from your credit score and borrowing power to your bank account and mental health. While some borrowers sought deferment or forbearance on payments due to the pandemic, this only provides temporary relief. A longer-lasting solution is needed to truly gain more control of your financial situation. If your obligations have you feeling overwhelmed, consolidation may be the answer for you. Debt consolidation is when you use one loan to pay off your other debts in full. Benefits of this include: simplifying and taking control of your finances, improving your credit profile, and providing easier management of your money. Examining what you owe It's nearly impossible to run a veterinary business without taking on some level of debt. As owners open new lines of credit and take out loans to help cover their costs, it's easy to lose sight of the cumulative amount owed, which can be …
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Knock-off pet meds pulled from AmazonOctober 19, 2020Three hydrocortisone ear solutions have been removed from Amazon after the products’ assumed manufacturer identified them as counterfeit.
Cancer research gets $825K boostOctober 16, 2020America’s top veterinarian oncology universities have received additional funding to help in the fight against pet cancer.
Hampton, Va., ranked top roundworm city for SeptemberOctober 16, 2020Hampton, Va., is the number one city for hookworm in September, the Companion Animal Parasite Council (CAPC) reports.
Joint lubricant could signal canine OAOctober 15, 2020Canine and human osteoarthritis (OA) might soon see improved diagnostics and treatment methods.
Prospective reptile owners require guidance, educationOctober 15, 2020While dogs and cats might be the first to come to mind when considering companion animals, these furry friends are far from the only option.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveWhen bad reviews happen to good veterinariansOctober 14, 2020By Patty Khuly, VMD, MBAEveryone reacts differently, but there’s no getting away from the fact negative reviews hurt, which is exactly what the reviewer is trying to achieve.
Pet food pulled due to dangerous, potentially deadly toxinOctober 13, 2020Veterinarians should be on alert for patients displaying symptoms of aflatoxin poisoning.
Kittens yearn for mother's touch in first weeksOctober 13, 2020Understanding the intrinsic bond between a kitten and its mother might be the key to improving the care of young cats in shelters and foster homes.
Technicians are tops: The changing role of this critical team memberOctober 12, 2020It’s National Veterinary Technician Week, a time when we honor these tireless professionals who have never been more critical to animal health than over the last eight months or so.
