Category: Reasonable Expectations Series
Updated on November 23, 2014
Speaking for Spot Holiday Book Sale
Since the idea for Speaking for Spot was first conceived, my mission has been to empower as many people as possible to become effective health advocates for their pets. To further promote this mission I am offering you… Read More
Posted on March 2, 2014
Clients I Wish I Could Clone
Just as teachers have their “pet students,” so too do veterinarians have their “pet clients” (no pun intended). These are the clients who generate a buzz of excitement amongst the veterinary staff whenever their names appear on the… Read More
Posted on January 18, 2014
Changing Relationships Between Veterinarians and Their Clients
Many of my veterinary colleagues have been up in arms about a recent ABC 20/20 broadcast that asked the question, “Can you trust that your veterinarian is being honest with you?” During the episode, “secret shoppers” presented two… Read More
Updated on August 11, 2013
Five Red Flag Indicators That It’s Time to Find a New Vet
When someone learns that I’m a veterinarian, their face predictably light up with a smile. It appears that most folks believe that vets are wonderful. After all, we clearly love animals and we must be very smart- everyone… Read More
Posted on February 18, 2011
Reasonable Expectations X: Saving the Best for Last!
This will be my tenth and final blog post describing reasonable expectations as they pertain to delivery of veterinary care (parts one through nine can be found at www.speakingforspot.com/blog). This time, however, the tables will be turned- rather… Read More
Posted on January 28, 2011
Reasonable Expectations IX: Discussion With Your Vet About What Your Dog or Cat Should Be Eating
This is the ninth part of an ongoing series describing how people are developing new expectations when it comes to veterinary care for their pets. Parts one through eight can be found at www.speakingforspot.com/blog. I’ll be straight… Read More
Updated on December 30, 2010
Reasonable Expectations VII: Discussion and Open-Mindedness About Your Dog’s Vaccinations
This is the seventh part of an ongoing series describing how people are developing new expectations when it comes to veterinary care for their pets. Parts one through six can be found at www.speakingforspot.com/blog. As invaluable as vaccinations… Read More
Updated on December 30, 2010
Reasonable Expectations VI: The Ability to Discuss Your Internet Research With Your Vet
This is the sixth part of an ongoing series describing how people are developing new expectations when it comes to veterinary care for their pets. Parts one through five can be found at www.speakingforspot.com/blog. Please take your time… Read More
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