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How the FTC Non-Compete Rule Could Affect the Veterinary Industry

May 3, 2024

Although non-competition agreements (NCAs) have been a staple in associate veterinarian employment agreements for a long time, there has been a recent trend in the industry to move away from the traditional geographic restrictive covenants. That trend may become the new normal because of a rule recently issued by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). On April 23, 2024, the FTC by a 3-2 vote adopted a final rule that essentially bans all non-compete agreements arising from the employer/employee/independent contractor relationship. This rule wil...

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The True Cost of Pet Ownership

Jul 27, 2023
Client Education, Veterinary Trends

When pet parents prepare to bring home a new pet, they likely plan for the obvious expenses, like adoption fees, food, bowls, toys, and a bed. However, many unexpected costs can come up. And since pri...

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Veterinary Mentorship at Your Fingertips: Why Every Veterinary Practice Needs a Mentorship Backup Plan

Jun 30, 2023
Veterinary Trends

The world we once knew in veterinary medicine is rapidly changing. Roles are being redefined, corporations are snatching private practices up left and right, and educated, qualified veterinary profess...

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The 2023 VetPartners Mid-Year Meeting, Part 2: Let’s Focus on Solutions

Jun 19, 2023
VetPartners Meetings

To say that the veterinary staffing shortage has been discussed at length would be an understatement. I have read articles, listened to podcasts, and written more than a few articles about the issues ...

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The 2023 VetPartners Mid-Year Meeting, Part 1: All Things Denver

Jun 1, 2023
VetPartners Meetings

Denver, Colorado, has been my home for the past 20 years. And I’ve been a VetPartners member for 8 years. So, when it was announced that the 2023 VetPartners Mid-Year Meeting would be held in Denver...

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