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Chronic allergies...and what is Apoquel?

by Lori Hehn - Aug 28, 2015 1:55:20 PM

Allergies are on the rise in humans, as well as in pets. It seems that here in Arizona we see year-round allergies. Chronic skin changes, pruritis, and recurrent skin infections make atopy a very challenging and frustrating condition to treat, for the veterinarian and for the owner.

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Celebrating my dogs on National Dog Day!

by Lori Hehn - Aug 26, 2015 2:22:00 PM

Today is National Dog Day! I am just sitting here thinking about all of the reasons I love dogs in general. I suppose these reasons are part of why I became a veterinarian in the first place. This is why in the hospital I treat every dog as if it were my own. I love that dogs have their own unique personalities just like people. I love that they are such loyal companions and love without judgment or expectations. I love that we communicate with dogs on a different level and we don't have to have a "conversation" to understand their language. Why do you love dogs? Here are my mutts that I am celebrating today! 

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What Is Your Vet Tech Story?

by Lori Hehn - Aug 21, 2015 10:27:00 AM

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Are you a veterinary technician? Do you have a unique story or would you like to share your vet tech experiences? We will begin featuring a monthly "My Vet Tech Story" piece to help inspire students or others who are considering this as a career or are interested in learning more about what vet techs do. It will be a peek into the life of a real vet tech! 

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Mohawk Monday Madness!

by Lori Hehn - Aug 20, 2015 11:29:14 AM

Thank you to all of you who took pictures of your pet with a mohawk for #MohawkMonday! Whether natural or synthetic, all of the Mohawks were adorable! Check out these cuties! If you have a pet that can sport a mohawk, we would love to see it! Upload your photo to Instagram or Twitter on a Monday and tag me at @savvyvettech, #MohawkMonday! Which is your favorite?

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Helping Clients Stay Happy!

by Lori Hehn - Aug 11, 2015 6:27:00 PM

We all know them well. If you have worked in a veterinary clinic for even a short amount of time you may have had to deal with some grumpy clients. Here are a few tips to make it easier to deal with clients to keep things running smoothly!

ISS_0893_05332Remember that the most common cause of clients being upset is a miscommunication. Mix that with emotions, a sick pet, and money and there is bound to be a grouchy client somewhere.

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