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VETERINARY ECONOMICS, Apr 1, 2011

Cover Story Should I sell my veterinary practice now? By Tom McFerson, CPA, ABV You can shake your Magic 8 Ball as hard as you want, but even that can't tell you for sure whether you should sell now or hold out. But here are a few indicators that the veterinary practice sale market is poised for growth. Checking in Running into great service By Kristi Reimer, Editor A trip to buy shoes demonstrates the meaning of value ... in retail and in veterinary practice. Practice Management Q&A Q&A: Do online veterinary referrals hold as much weight as word-of-mouth referrals? By Karyn Gavzer, MBA, CVPM Q: I've heard that 60 percent of your veterinary practice's referrals should come from clients' word-of-mouth. How has the Internet changed that recommendation? Should we count online recommendations from our clients? Q&A: How can I encourage young, aspiring veterinarians? By Andrew Rollo, DVM Q: My daughter is 11 years old and she's determined to become a veterinarian. What can I do now to prepare my child for a career in the veterinary profession? Practice Tips The rules of deduction for veterinary travel and auto use By Gary Glassman, CPA Learn how to record your business travel expenses correctly to avoid an audit—or survive one if you're targeted. Keep your veterinary dental models intact Many times dental models come in two pieces. Use this tip to attach the pieces together and keep the fragile dental model from breaking. 5 ways to fight animal cruelty at your veterinary practice Every 10 seconds an animal is abused or beaten. That's according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA). Here are five ways you can fight animal cruelty in your veterinary practice, according to the ASPCA. Where in the world are your veterinary clients coming from? By Jeff Rothstein, DVM, MBA Put your marketing budget to good use and start tracking your clients today. Give your euthanasia clients a package of love When it comes to your euthanasia clients, use extra loving, tender care. Save your veterinary practice money: Don't settle for high oxygen prices With a little bit of time and research you can save your veterinary practice money. Legal Ease Use caution when handling dangerous disinfectants By Phil Seibert, CVT They help keep your practice germ-free, but these products can do more harm than good if used improperly. Growth Center Telling the truth about ticks By Ashley Barforoush, Associate Editor Your clients know these bloodsuckers are gross, but do they know how to protect their pets? Become a tick expert and educate your veterinary practice clients. Click & Copy 5 common myths about veterinary anesthesia risks Help clients understand exactly what's involved before their pet undergoes a surgical or dental procedure. Personnel Solutions 3 strategies for offering raises to team members By Bob Levoy Every one of your team members might work hard, but taking a one-size-fits-all approach to doling out raises isn't fair to your best performers. So pump up your superstars' salaries by using one of these proven strategies instead. What to do with an overcompensated employee By Bob Levoy What to do with an overcompensated employee Life Balance Be back soon: How to take a sabbatical from your veterinary practice By Peter Fisher, DVM If a three-day weekend or short vacation isn't easing the stress of practice life, you may need more. Here's how one veterinarian found professional renewal through a two-month sabbatical. Hospital Design Patience and persistence pay off By Sarah Moser Nothing went according to plan for Adobe Animal Hospital in Los Altos, Calif. And everything turned out for the better. Hot Button Don't let online reviews ruin your veterinary practice rep By Jeff Werber, DVM Resolve Internet complaints and talk up your veterinary practice on the Web—before it's too late. Equine Solutions Social media for today's equine practitioner By James Guenther, DVM, MBA, MHA, CVPM, AVA Statistics show that at least 61 percent of your clients are using social networks. Are you? Find out how Facebook and Twitter can help your practice's profits soar. Equine Practice Management Q&A Q&A: Who should float my clients' horses' teeth? Q: Who should float my clients' horses' teeth?

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