June 16, 2016
Adopting a new puppy or kitten is one of the most exciting times in a client’s life. They’re bringing home a companion that will stay with them for years to come. But puppies and kittens need special attention, and many clients need the right education to take properly care for their new family member. Here…
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May 6, 2016
Flea and tick season is here. While the treatment for fleas and ticks can be straightforward, many challenges still remain. Everything from educating your clients on prevention to keeping up with the latest information about the different species of ticks migrating to your area, these small insects can take up large chunk of your time.…
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April 22, 2016
Is yours a fear-free veterinary hospital? Clients today aren’t just looking for a veterinarian that can give check-ups, shots and the occasional surgery. They want their trip to the vet hospital to be a good experience. That means low-stress and fear-free for both the pet and the client. And a good experience translates into regular…
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March 30, 2016
Your online presence is an important part of marketing your veterinary practice and yourself. But a lot of veterinarians have forgotten something—LinkedIn. Failing to optimize your LinkedIn profile is a huge wasted opportunity. To see how veterinarians are using LinkedIn we conducted a review of the profiles of 100 of our VetMEDResearch panel members. Here’s…
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February 16, 2016
There’s one thing that veterinary school didn’t really prepare you for: how to successfully market your veterinary practice to grow your client base. Marketing is even more important if you’re just starting out. Like with any business, getting those first few clients can seem the hardest. But even established veterinary hospitals need to constantly market to…
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February 1, 2016
Just about every industry imaginable has benefited in some way from the advent of smartphone apps. Veterinary medicine is no exception. Apps can allow veterinarians, veterinary techs and office staff to communicate better, have access to vital information when it’s needed, training and much more. The best part is that these must-have apps for veterinarians…
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January 23, 2016
If you have participated in a VetMEDResearch survey, you might have received an Amazon gift card featuring these little girls. That’s Sarah on the left and Sophie on the right, my little Papillons. Most dog lovers have breeds they’re particularly fond of and Papillons are mine. I adore their keen intelligence, energy and agility and happy…
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January 11, 2016
Going to an event as big as the North American Veterinary Conference (NAVC) can seem like a daunting task. The large number of veterinarians, veterinary technicians, practice managers, students and exhibitors can make you feel a small fish in a big pond. But that doesn’t have to be the case. With a conference as large…
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December 28, 2015
Many veterinarians are so busy caring for their patients and juggling clients that they don’t have much time to think about growing their client base. Fortunately, attracting new clients doesn’t have to be difficult or take a lot of time and energy. Think about this. A marketing study by Neilson found that 92% of consumers…
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April 24, 2012
VetMEDResearch, a veterinary industry research panel with more than 3,000 U.S. veterinarians and hospital staff, has expanded its veterinary industry research into the Canadian market. Canadian veterinarians, hospital staff, veterinary school professors and instructors and industry consultants are invited to participate in the research panel by registering at VetMEDResearch.com. Canadian participants in research studies are…
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