Leadership: it’s a quality that some are born with. Some have to learn it. And it should always be something that those who have it improve upon. When you think of a leader I know many of you will think of bosses you have had in your career. It’s very important to recognize the difference… Read More
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10 Creative Containers Pet Owners Put Poop Samples In
Yes, veterinarians need to check stool samples. No, pet owners do not always choose the most normal options for getting the sample to the clinic. Here are 10 of the weirdest containers veterinary professionals on the @DrAndyRoark Instagram have seen used to transport “presents.” 1. “Ziploc baggie…that the owner held in her TEETH as she… Read More
Top 5 Things You Don’t Want to Tell Your Vet (but Should!)
1. You forgot to give the heartworm pill…again! Life gets busy – we understand! When you come in and tell us you still have pills at home, we already know that the math doesn’t add up. We can see when you last purchased it. But, please, don’t be afraid to tell us – here is… Read More
Can You Feel Pride When Your Clients are Sad?
I had to tell an owner that his best friend was dying last week. He brought his 11 year old dog to see me for coughing after exercise. Prior to going into the room, I reviewed his history and noted a murmur was diagnosed over a year ago. I walked into that room with congestive heart… Read More
The Day I Learned My Dad Really Did Listen To Me
First, let me start by saying that I love my dad. When asked who I admire most, my dad is the first person who comes to mind. However, sometimes my dad forgets I am not his little girl anymore and doesn’t always listen to my advice, especially about what to feed a dog. He thinks… Read More
Your Veterinary Client Handed You A Cup of WHAT?
Veterinary clients always like to keep us on our toes, and vet med certainly has a special way of ruining certain foods for us. Here’s a story based on a tale @llwise shared on the @DrAndyRoark Instagram. A woman comes into the clinic with a purse, small dog and Starbucks coffee. via GIPHY “I… Read More