Are we seeing an increase in veterinary consolidation? In this episode of the Cone of Shame Veterinary Podcast, Dr. Andy Roark is joined by Ryan Leech, host of The Birdbath podcast to discuss the ongoing trend of consolidation in the veterinary industry, where corporate groups and private equity firms are purchasing veterinary practices, leading to… Read More
Perspective
Pumpkin Spice Vet Care
A reminder for anyone who wants to break the monotony and re-engage their team I’m going to admit it right here: I’m a pumpkin spice guy. Even more, I’m a Fall Season Guy. I love the changing leaves, the outdoor activities in crisp air, and the warm clothes I get to wear after the humid… Read More
Sometimes Things End
Not everything we do has to last forever. I recently sat with a crying practice manager. She works at a small clinic with a single veterinarian who is the longtime clinic owner. He’s relatively young, has young children, and is dying of a terminal illness. My heart broke for her. She has been lining up… Read More
Eventually, the Numbers Have to Work
I was talking to a 4th-year veterinary student recently, and he was telling me about the starting salaries his friends were signing on for with their first jobs. Figures in the $150,000 range were not uncommon. [I’ve heard anecdotally about salaries hitting $200,000 for new grads in some metropolitan areas]. This may not sound like… Read More
The Olympics are Good for Vet Medicine
I don’t fall in love with the Olympics every four years because the games showcase famous athletes at the height of their careers. I swoon for the regular folks who step forward out of obscurity and shine. It’s the people who could live in our neighborhoods, shop next to us in the grocery store, and… Read More
The Seduction of Punishment in Animal Training
Veterinary behaviorist Dr. Christopher Pachel joins the podcast to discuss the contentious debate over punishment in animal training. On this week’s episode of the Cone of Shame Veterinary Podcast, Dr. Andy Roark and Dr. Pachel dive into the controversy surrounding positive reinforcement versus aversive methods. Dr. Pachel breaks down the science behind training techniques, discussing… Read More