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Pet ownership rate stabilizes as spending increases
Highlights from the latest AVMA pet ownership survey show the size of the U.S. pet population stabilizing after an increase in dog ownership in 2020…
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Pet ownership, spending going strong
The American Pet Products Association reports that about two-thirds of U.S. households own pets, and spending on pets is increasing—including spending…
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Policy addresses ownership, stewardship of practice data
The AVMA has adopted a set of principles for ownership and stewardship of veterinary practice data to reflect
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Census of veterinarians finds trends with shortages, practice ownership
A census of veterinarians prepared by the AVMA raises concerns that demographic changes could exacerbate shortages in the profession and declines in…
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Getting pets to the vet
Research shows that the veterinarian-client-patient relationship (VCPR) is a critical component in getting pets into our practices for routine…
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Keep in good financial health with sessions from AVMA economics team
Members of the AVMA Veterinary Economics Division will give three presentations on Saturday, July 30, at AVMA Convention 2022 for in-person attendees…
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New tool helps you understand your local market
How many potential clients and pets live in your local area? How many of those pets do you treat at your practice? If you’re not sure, then we have…
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AVMA tool can help inform practices' business planning
AVMA members now have access to a tool that makes it easier to estimate the potential size of their local companion animal veterinary market and to…
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NVA clinics purchased by German-owned company
JAB Holding Co. has agreed to buy a majority stake in National Veterinary Associates for an undisclosed price, the companies announced this June in a…
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Chart of the month: Shifting demand for veterinarians
Editor's Note: This post kicks off a new feature on the AVMA@Work blog. Every month, we'll feature a chart, graph, or infographic to illustrate…
Market share estimator
The AVMA Market Share Estimator is a step-by-step tool that lets companion animal veterinarians calculate local market size and share, and set goals…
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Economist gives big-picture view of economy, veterinary profession
The U.S. economy is likely heading toward a recession along with much of the world, according to a leading economist, who anticipates a shortage of…
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Registration open: 2019 AVMA Economic Summit
Are you ready to learn the latest in consumer behavior trends, financial best practices, and veterinary economic research? Secure your seat to attend…
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Chart of the Month: The key to client loyalty
The most loyal clients are those who find the veterinary team friendly, and those who are happy with the overall value and quality of veterinary…
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Turn to data when the decisions get tough
The AVMA Veterinary Business and Economic Forum, held virtually Oct. 24-25, featured the presentation “Morph Your Insights Into Powerful Foresight:…
JAVMA news
Kill the veterinary practice to save it
The exponential growth of technology and changing consumer demand are driving a paradigm shift in the way workplaces are run.
JAVMA news
How to thrive in practice
The AVMA held a roundtable of thought leaders in March to discuss "Thriving in Clinical Practice."
JAVMA news
Homeward bound
House call veterinary practice may not be new to the profession but has been almost exclusively confined to equine and large animal practice.
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Advocate for animal hospitals wins AVMA Award
Dr. Link Welborn, owner of six animal hospitals in Tampa, Florida, accepted The AVMA Award on July 30 during the keynote at AVMA Convention 2022. The…
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Board chair addresses veterinary issues
Dr. Karen Bradley, chair of the AVMA Board of Directors, talks about veterinary burnout and well-being and how the Association is addressing…
Practice management
Thriving in veterinary practice means consistently achieving goals and growth, while maintaining balance in all aspects of our lives. AVMA can help…
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Firm’s ‘anticompetitive acquisition’ of veterinary clinics prompts FTC actions
Federal authorities are making a private equity firm divest veterinary clinics in six locations to complete its proposed acquisition of two…
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From Congress to the courtroom, AVMA advocates for veterinarians
The AVMA’s advocacy on behalf of its members covers practically every aspect of veterinary medicine and takes place in the federal government,…
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Ripple effect of Megastudy still being felt
In the two decades since the executive summary's publication, veterinary economics has risen in importance.
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Non-profit helps employees repay veterinary student loans
Some veterinary employers are beginning to offer student loan repayment help as an employee benefit.