Neutering: The risks and benefits in the context of breed, sex, and ageDecember 29, 2020A perennial subject of debate and controversy in veterinary medicine is the age at which dogs and cats should be neutered, or even if they should be neutered at all.
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Test your veterinary knowledge with our monthly Brain Teaser!December 29, 2020Presentation: A bone is lodged in the esophagus of a four-year-old boxer. What do you think?
Team member dynamics: Six things I've learned in six years of practice ownershipNovember 26, 2020About five years back, Dr. Khuly raved about practice ownership in this very column. While still bullish on practice ownership, she says she no longer has reason to gush.
Veterinary nutritionists: A secret ingredient for pet healthNovember 26, 2020Veterinarians are the most utilized source of information for owners regarding their pet’s health and nutrition.
Epilepsy: Why it shouldn't be a scary topicNovember 26, 2020Seizures are a clinical manifestation of abnormal neuronal activity in the brain. The signs and/or symptoms of a seizure can vary greatly depending on the affected area(s).
Surgery checklists save lives—Use themNovember 26, 2020Even on the busiest shift, you can minimize the risk of making a mistake or forgetting something important. How? By using checklists.
Cat extractions are not small dog extractionsNovember 26, 2020Know this: Cat extractions are more about finesse and less about force. Too much of it can result in undesirable consequences.
The price is right: How preventive care pricing can boost your practiceNovember 25, 2020Preventive care diagnostics can help in identifying abnormalities sooner when treatment options are greatest.
The personal touch: How digital communications can help boost client loyaltyNovember 25, 2020While vague customization has its benefits, clients are looking for a genuine and meaningful connection with their pet health-care provider.
Getting your clients to opt for treatment every timeNovember 25, 2020You chose the correct workup. You determined the proper diagnosis. You laid out the treatment plan. Yet, your client declined to move forward. How could they do that to you?
