Every few months, another headline pops up saying vet bills are skyrocketing. Suddenly, everyone is asking if veterinary care has become too expensive. But maybe we are not expensive. Maybe we have just caught up. The cost of everything has gone up. Groceries, rent, insurance, you name it. So why are we surprised that veterinary care has followed the same path? Yes, our prices have risen faster than the GDP, and there are other factors pushing costs higher, like corporate con

I hear it all the time.If I can just hire another Doctor, everything will be fine.If I can just see a few more patients, I will make enough for payroll.If I can just add one more exam room, we will finally be more productive. Sound familiar? This is what I call slaying dragons that do not exist. You keep fighting battles that feel urgent but do not actually solve the real problem. You are trying to defeat something that was never the enemy in the first place. There is no fina

The veterinary industry is navigating a period of transformation. Over the past two years, growth that once appeared unstoppable has slowed, and the realities of inflation, workforce fatigue, and changing client expectations have begun to settle in. While the long-term outlook remains strong, the current environment demands a more deliberate and strategic approach from practice owners and leaders. Visits and Revenue Recent data show that patient visits per clinic have become

Ninety-eight percent of private practice owners I speak with have never had any formal business training. They went to vet school, became...

If you spend any time on forums or in ownership groups, you have probably seen the word turnkey pop up several times a day. It sounds...

Budgeting Basics for Your Veterinary Practice Managing money in your practice can feel overwhelming but it does not have to be. The truth...

There was a time when veterinary medicine was considered affordable. It was routine to spay your pet for a couple hundred dollars....

How many people do you know who say they’re open to change? “I’m progressive.”  “I love new ideas.”  “I’m not afraid of change.” Sure....

Let’s get one thing straight. Owning a veterinary practice is hard. Really hard. And it’s okay to admit that you’re not doing as well as...

If you own a suitcase, you’re showing your age. Joking. If you’re like me, I saw my father carry his for most of his business life. We’ve...

If you don’t know where you’re going, how does your team? So, you’re a practice owner or a practice manager. Now what? You open your...

Let’s get something straight. If your job is to lead people, if you’re in charge of a team, even a small one, then your mindset matters. How you think about your role will shape everything: how you lead, how your team performs, how your culture feels, how you handle conflict, growth, burnout, and ownership. So here’s the question: Are you a manager? Or are you a coach? Because there’s a big difference. Let’s talk about the manager's mindset first. A manager is task-driven. F

Owning a veterinary practice has always been a labor of love. But lately, it feels heavier. It’s not just the economy, staffing...

There’s a difference between leading a team and managing every move they make. Leadership is about direction, clarity, trust, and...

We don’t like to admit that, but we all do it. Sometimes it’s small. Sometimes it’s systemic. Either way, those lies pile up. And before...

Leadership and management are often used interchangeably, but they are fundamentally different in their approach and impact. Management...

The veterinary profession is at a crossroads. The rapid surge in demand for pet care during the pandemic—a time many dubbed the "puppy...

As veterinarians, we naturally excel in structured, step-by-step processes. When a patient comes into the clinic, we don’t just diagnose...

Article published Vetpartners.org Most veterinary practice owners think about an exit strategy only when they’re ready to leave, but...

Article published Vetpartners.org A veterinary practice’s standards of care are undisputedly essential. They form the practice’s...