A happy Monday to you and your family!

Spring has FINALLY arrived here...YAY

The animals are more active, they want to be outside, soaking up the sun.

As do many of the owners- including moi

Typically my veterinary practice would always get busier now, being a combination of clients deciding to get that 'problem' finally looked at.

Then just more animals outside means more things that happen, such as dog and cat fights..

Of course all of these veterinary visits can add up, and this recent article made me wonder what you all think?

It's in a veterinary business magazine called Veterinary Economics:

"Play nice with local low-cost veterinary clinics
They're popping up everywhere, they mean well, and they can't give clients what you do."

Mar 1, 2012

By: Melody Heath, DVM
VETERINARY ECONOMICS

   
Just when you thought the local economy was improving, you pick up the paper and read, "Low-cost spay-neuter clinic opening soon." (If this hasn't happened to you yet, it's probably just a matter of time.) Surely this clinic will target the shelter animal population, you think.

But maybe not. Some of your clients, even your "good" clients, will sneak there and later nonchalantly remark that Buster was neutered elsewhere. Others will boast that they've found a way to save a buck.

A select few may ask your opinion. When that happens, try not to sigh and roll your eyes. Resist the urge to blurt out, "You get what you pay for." The new clinic probably uses the same high-quality techniques, equipment, and medications that you do. The veterinarians are likely compassionate, top-notch surgeons who chose to go into a sector of our profession that's less lucrative. Be careful not to let your competitive nature affect your veterinarian-client relationship."



Heal Your Pet At Home!

Best Wishes,

Dr Andrew Jones, DVM


P.S. Being a pet owner, and running a veterinary practice are VERY different.

Now that I am in the position of pet owner dad, I see just how expensive caring for your animals can be.

If your budget is tight, then low cost spay/neuter clinics are a very viable option.

In spite of what 'Veterinary Economics' has to say.

If you are looking to provide veterinary care for your dog or cat at home, here is where I suggest you start

http://www.theonlinevet.com

PLUS you'll also get my new video called: How to Start with Healing Your Dog or Cat At Home

P.P.S. Any thoughts on the article?

If so just hit reply..













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