Kelsey Beth Carpenter, RVT, is taking over the microphone again, and this time we’re tackling a situation every veterinary professional dreads: an angry client who just discovered their pet’s medication costs less somewhere else! With pharmacy competition heating up in Canada, we’re talking about veterinary client communication, why frustration often comes from fear, and how to de-escalate angry pet owners without getting defensive or throwing your team under the bus. From empathy to practical communication strategies, we’re sharing ways to protect client trust, support your veterinary team, and navigate those uncomfortable pricing conversations with confidence. Gang, let’s get into this episode!
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ABOUT OUR GUEST
Kelsey Carpenter is a Registered Veterinary Technician with over a decade of experience working in emergency hospitals across California. She currently works as the Social Media Manager for DrAndyRoark.com and a Content Specialist for the Uncharted Veterinary Conference. Some of Kelsey’s passions include the open hospital concept, the power of creativity and humor, the overlap of science and art, and sharing lessons learned from living life with chronic illness. Kelsey is probably most known for two of her favorite hobbies: writing and performing comedic songs about veterinary medicine and acting as a full time stage mom for her Chihuahua mix, Birdie.
