http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+Market+Data/Article/list/42556 Veterinarians' source for expert veterinary information on practice management, communication, business skills, and leadership 2013-05-20T18:35:19Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/The-truth-behind-veterinary-associates-restrictive/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/784155?contextCategoryId=42556&ref=25 Does the word "contract" send shivers down your spine? Are your palms sweating just thinking about noncompete clauses and restrictive covenants? Let us ease your fears and set the record straight on what's legal. 2012-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/322012/784155null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Introducing-the-August-2012-iVeterinary-Economicsi/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/784151?contextCategoryId=42556&ref=25 At Veterinary Economics, we're listening ... and we're here to help. 2012-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/322012/784151null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Bad-reception-The-veterinary-client-compliance-gap/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/783973?contextCategoryId=42556&ref=25 You think you're broadcasting loud and clear, but pet owners may not be getting the message -- or feeling as though their needs are served. Find out what you can do with this exclusive data from Veterinary Economics and Trone Brand Energy. 2012-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/312012/783973null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Veterinary-market-data-Practitioners-share-status-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/781463?contextCategoryId=42556&ref=25 Pet owners are increasingly turning to other sources for information about their pets' health. Here's where they go. 2012-07-18T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/292012/781463null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Veterinary-market-data-Pet-owner-purchasing-trends/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/778850?contextCategoryId=42556&ref=25 Research from Trone, a veterinary marketing agency, shows where, how, and why pet owners purchase key health products. 2012-06-26T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/262012/778850null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Diagnostic+Center/What-ails-your-patients/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/680889?contextCategoryId=42556&ref=25 This data package shows the top diagnoses by age for dogs and cats—lists that emphasize the need for veterinary teams to make strong recommendations for dental care. 2010-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/312010/680889/veterinary_DiseaseCat_360_flash.jpg HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/The-inside-scoop-on-canine-influenza/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/680858?contextCategoryId=42556&ref=25 Most veterinary practices don't require boarding dogs to be vaccinated against canine influenza. But could that number change in the future? 2010-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/312010/680858null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Gender-Whos-the-better-boss/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/680689?contextCategoryId=42556&ref=25 Does gender play a role when it comes to management skills in veterinary practice? 2010-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/312010/680689/veterinary_Gender1_f_flash.jpg HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Feline+Center/Cats-or-dogs-Whats-your-preference/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/680781?contextCategoryId=42556&ref=25 The lowdown on which species veterinarians and veterinary team members prefer to work with, why—and if it matters. 2010-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/312010/680781null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Diagnostic+Center/Do-you-do-digital/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/680891?contextCategoryId=42556&ref=25 A new study finds that most veterinarians still use film-based radiography, but digital radiography is up and coming. 2010-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/312010/680891/VEDigitalXrayGraph250_flash.jpg HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Your-practices-most-wanted/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/680898?contextCategoryId=42556&ref=25 You may trust your employees, but are you certain there are no thieves among your staff? Here's a look at how veterinary practices are dealing with theft—and the warning signs you should look for. 2010-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/312010/680898null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Whos-to-blame-for-poor-veterinary-patient-care/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/680906?contextCategoryId=42556&ref=25 Veterinarians and team members overwhelmingly blame clients for noncompliance, but a few shoulder the burden themselves. 2010-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/312010/680906null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Why-so-stressed-Triggers-and-treatments-for-veteri/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/680660?contextCategoryId=42556&ref=25 Your high anxiety is due to more than just the economy, although that's a big part. See what pushes your buttons and how you can lower your stress levels. 2010-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/312010/680660null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Recession-Same-ol-song-and-dance/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/680711?contextCategoryId=42556&ref=25 Here's a look at how the economy has affected your veterinary practice, your clients, and your patients. 2010-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/312010/680711null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Pet+Insurance/Pet-insurance-Veterinary-coverage-that-cares/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/680684?contextCategoryId=42556&ref=25 Veterinary clients with pet insurance are willing to spend more to care for their pets. 2010-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/312010/680684null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Keeping-veterinary-care-affordable/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/680687?contextCategoryId=42556&ref=25 Helping clients pay is about more than just the bottom line. It's about building bonds and providing pets with the care they need. 2010-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/312010/680687null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/The-veterinary-compensation-conundrum/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/680896?contextCategoryId=42556&ref=25 How pay affects the job satisfaction of associates and others. Flexibility is a factor, too. 2010-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/312010/680896/veterinary_pay3_360_flash.jpg HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Veterinary-managers-on-the-move/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/680681?contextCategoryId=42556&ref=25 More veterinary hospitals than ever are sporting new managers to take the load off overworked veterinary practice owners. 2010-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/312010/680681null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Nutrition+Center/Food-for-thought-Client-objections-to-therapeutic-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/680887?contextCategoryId=42556&ref=25 There's no question that therapeutic diets benefit your patients, but they aren't cheap—and many clients are balking at the price. 2010-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/312010/680887null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Nutrition+Center/Managing-pet-obesity/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/680884?contextCategoryId=42556&ref=25 Clients may think pets' bellies are cute, but you know the extra weight is hard on them. Time to talk fat with veterinary clients. 2010-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/312010/680884/veterinary_obese_f_flash.jpg HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Veterinary-practice-ownership-Who-will-be-in-charg/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/680659?contextCategoryId=42556&ref=25 See our latest survey data on the gap in dreams of veterinary practice ownership between women and men veterinary associates. 2010-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/312010/680659/VE_OwnershipChart_250_flash.gif HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Parasitology+Center/The-great-OTC-debate-Flea-and-tick-product-sales/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/680846?contextCategoryId=42556&ref=25 Many veterinary practices are worried about parasite product sales slipping, thanks to some products going over the counter. So, is this a good thing or a bad thing? Depends on who you ask. 2010-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/312010/680846null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Take-time-for-veterinary-team-training/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/680893?contextCategoryId=42556&ref=25 The benefits of continuing education—a more qualified team and motivated employees are among them. 2010-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/312010/680893null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Managers-by-the-numbers/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/658573?contextCategoryId=42556&ref=25 This analysis of veterinary market data shows how many managers practices employ, revenue differences between practices with managers and those without, and what duties managers handle. 2010-02-24T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/092010/658573/veterinary_managers_th_thumbnail.jpg http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/092010/658573null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Marketing-data-and-solutions-part-1/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/637008?contextCategoryId=42556&ref=25 Analysis of veterinary market data shows the toughest competitive factors, the most popular marketing strategies, and the move to online marketing solutions. 2009-10-27T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/442009/637008/veterinary_marketing_100_thumbnail.jpg http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/442009/637008null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Pampered-pets-Owners-arent-likely-to-switch-brands/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/634520?contextCategoryId=42556&ref=25 Market data shows consumer spending on pet products holds steady compared to other key categories. 2009-10-21T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/422009/634520/veterinary_spending_100_thumbnail.jpg http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/422009/634520/FlashDVM360_trone_flash.jpg HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Market-data-Helping-clients-pay-in-difficult-times/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/634470?contextCategoryId=42556&ref=25 Analysis of veterinary market data shows that pet owners need payment options 2009-10-15T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/422009/634470/veterinary_client_pay_100_thumbnail.jpg http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/422009/634470null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+Market+Data/Your-links-to-data-about-the-big-picture-issues-of/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/448662?contextCategoryId=42556&ref=25 Data on incidence of malpractice claims, veterinarians' approach to giving back to the community, veterinary income and work hours compared to human health workers', and more. 2007-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/322007/448662/industry-thumb_thumbnail.jpg http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/322007/448662null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Connect-to-practice-benchmarks-and-data-on-financi/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/448900?contextCategoryId=42556&ref=25 A close look at such financial issues facing veterinary practices, including clients' perceptions about fees, changing expenses, and competition from online pharmacies. 2007-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/322007/448900null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+Market+Data/Check-out-this-data-to-learn-about-veterinary-prac/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/448871?contextCategoryId=42556&ref=25 These study results illuminate issues that help a veterinary practice run smoothly, with a strong focus on personnel solutions. 2007-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/322007/448871null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+Market+Data/Connect-to-data-about-veterinary-clients-knowledge/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/448866?contextCategoryId=42556&ref=25 These charts show who handles client education in veterinary practices, how clients see behavior issues, and more. 2007-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/322007/448866null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/By-the-numbers-Getting-to-know-the-next-generation/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/448834?contextCategoryId=42556&ref=25 A look at associates' debt, purchasing power, interest in ownership, and more. 2007-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/322007/448834null HTML