VBJ articles

July 2015

Germ warfare: why practices need to take hygiene seriously

Some members of the veterinary profession who will freely admit to only possessing superficial knowledge … more

15 mins
You’re going to need to build a better baby boomer strategy

One of my favourite movie scenes is from Jaws, when the men aboard the Orca finally … more

17 mins
Front of house: getting clients to stay and spend

A visit to the vet is rarely much fun for an owner. Either the pet is unwell … more

15 mins

June 2015

Microchips: everything your practice – and your clients – need to...

The Microchipping of Dogs Regulations for England were announced in October 2014, and outlined the responsibilities … more

17 mins

May 2015

Phone apps: time to think smart on client interaction

There was a time when the only way pet owners could engage with their veterinary … more

20 mins
Should you consider other revenue sources to help grow your practice?

There are many challenges in maintaining the traditional revenue model for veterinary practices. As product … more

10 mins
Baby boomers: retaining young pets at your practice (2/2)

In part one I looked at how attracting young pets is critical for business. Providing a … more

18 mins

February 2015

Surgical tools: are you cutting it?

Most vets will spend a sizeable part of their working lives performing surgery. The letters … more

18 mins

November 2012

The legal audit: a health check for companies

The past few years have seen unprecedented levels of director and company scrutiny. Both investors, … more

18 mins

April 2009

How utilising design can add value to your business

In a world where competitive advantage is key, you need to give your business all … more

28 mins