Interest is growing amongst many veterinary clients about the use of medicinal cannabis for pets. As pet professionals,it may be a topic you are more frequently asked about. Or perhaps you have a personal interest in medicinal cannabis for pets. Either w
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Having the conversation with your veterinary client: Pet cancer
Sadly, it’s not all that uncommon to hear of a much-loved family pet being diagnosed with cancer. In fact, when it comes to pet cancer stats, it is estimated that one in four dogs will develop cancer at some point during their lifetime.
Preventing the spread of ehrlichiosis
Experts say the arrival of Ehrlichiosis (tick-borne disease) is destroying dog populations in northern Australia and is quickly spreading across the country. The disease was first detected in May 2020. Since then it has been found in more than 500 dogs a
Animal hoarding: What is it & how can you help?
What are the warning signs of pet hoarding and how can you help? Over the last decade or so the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA) has attempted to raise awareness of animal hoarding. Certainly, it is a serious animal welfare
5 ways to help your veterinary clients prepare for pet loss
Helping your veterinary clients prepare for the loss of their pet can make saying goodbye a little easier For most people, losing a pet is incredibly painful. As pet professionals, if you can help your clients prepare for the loss of a pet,
Tips for handling difficult clients in your veterinary practice
Dealing with difficult clients in your veterinary practice can be exhausting. Read on to discover the different types of ‘difficult’ clients, how to handle them and, most importantly, how to avoid them in the future! There’s no denying that serving crank
The Basics: The Lowdown on Veterinary Insurance
When you become a vet you face special risks, which is why it pays to know which type of veterinary insurance plan best suits your business.
Encourage positive client reviews of your veterinary clinic
Positive client reviews are a crucial part of any veterinary business; they encourage trust as well as potential new clients. Find out how you can collect reviews to better your business. Indeed, the rise of the internet has led to the popularity of onli
Helping a client cope with the loss of a pet
Vets tend to provide care throughout a pet’s entire life from the first puppy health check right through to the animal’s final days of life. However, all pet professionals can play a valuable role in helping their clients deal with the loss of a pet. Wit
Adopting a Rescue Pet: 8 tips to help your veterinary clients
Over the last decade, there has been an increase in the number of rescue pets that are re-homed or adopted. In fact, in 2017-2018 more than 95,000 rescue animals were re-claimed or re-homed. While ‘rescue culture’ is growing in popularity, pet professiona