by Dr. Karen Felsted | Dec 11, 2023 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
Are practices seeing a new normal or a return to the old normal? There seems to be a little bit of both going on right now. Prior to the pandemic, average annual revenue growth in companion animal practices was about 4%-8%, depending on the study, along with small...
by Bruce L. Truman | Dec 10, 2023 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
This two-part series presents ideas for upgrading your strategic plan to help your practice achieve success today and into the future. Part one of this series addressed access to care. In part two, the focus will be on ways to improve the experience of your clients...
by Coral Doherty | Dec 9, 2023 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
Routine, daily mental checks, attitude adjustment, and perspective. Gratitude, positivity, foresight, and perpetual resilience. What if your new co-worker could share their thoughts? Would you hear some of those same words, knowing they were preparing to be the best...
by Editor | Dec 8, 2023 | Companion Animal, News
Source: CBS News Sacramento The Mercer Veterinary Clinic is spreading holiday cheer by assembling pet baskets containing warm coats, toys, and treats for the pets of individuals experiencing homelessness. Set to take place on December 9 at the Loaves and Fishes campus...
by Editor | Dec 7, 2023 | Animal Health Industry, Veterinary Practice
Source: American Animal Hospital Association The Center for Veterinary Social Work at the University of Tennessee, established in 2002, has evolved its mission from addressing human needs at the intersection of Veterinary and social work to a broader focus on the...
by Editor | Dec 6, 2023 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: Pet Food Processing Post Holdings, Inc. has reported positive outcomes from its recent entry into the Pet Food sector, contributing to a 71.5% year-over-year increase in Post Consumer Brands’ net sales to $1.01 billion in Q4. Pet food sales accounted for...
by Editor | Dec 5, 2023 | Companion Animal, News
Source: The Guardian “Barkitecture,” a trend dubbed by Pinterest in 2021, is gaining popularity in the U.S. as pet owners invest significant resources in designing homes with a focus on their pets’ needs. Fueled by social media, magazines, and home...
by Editor | Dec 4, 2023 | Agriculture, Animal Health News
Source: National Hog Farmer Iowa State University researchers seized an opportunity presented by a devastating derecho storm in August 2020 to conduct a natural experiment on corn crops. The storm provided insights into the genetic factors affecting corn root...
by Editor | Dec 3, 2023 | News, Veterinary Practice
Source: American Veterinary Medical Association The graduating class of 2023 in Veterinary medicine is experiencing positive trends, with increasing starting salaries and a steady level of educational debt. The mean debt-to-income ratio for new veterinarians has...
by Editor | Dec 2, 2023 | Animal Health News, Veterinary Practice
Source: American Veterinary Medical Association The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) has introduced the 2023 AAHA Technician Utilization Guidelines to address challenges in the Veterinary field, particularly in the recruitment and retention of skilled team...
by Editor | Dec 1, 2023 | Animal Health Industry, Veterinary Practice
Source: dvm360 The American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM) has introduced a Fellowship Program to advance expertise in Veterinary internal medicine. The program encourages professional development for ACVIM diplomates seeking to elevate their...
