Did you hear the one about what happened when the mentors left veterinary medicine? Pull up a chair, but don’t get comfortable. This isn’t going to be a pleasant read… Once upon a time, many practices were owned by different vets who lived in their local communities and stuck around in their roles for decades. These vets’ dreams were built on their ability to serve clients, put down roots, and contribute. This, in turn, required them to operate long-term, sustainable veterina

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