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Welcome to the VetBooks Blog, where financial savvy meets veterinary expertise. Whether you’re a seasoned practice owner or just starting out, our blog is packed with actionable insights and practical tips to help you navigate the complexities of running a successful veterinary practice. Explore topics ranging from budgeting and financial planning to practice growth strategies and industry trends. With our expert guidance, you’ll gain the knowledge and confidence to take your practice to new heights.

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Diagnosing Your P&L: Financial Case Rounds for Veterinary Practices

Diagnosing Your P&L: Financial Case Rounds for Veterinary Practices

Martin Traub-Werner Dec 9, 2025 5 min read

In veterinary medicine, case rounds are where teams sharpen their clinical skills and uncover key insights. At VetBooks, we believe your profit and loss (P&L) statement deserves the same treatment. In our latest webinar, Diagnosing Your P&L, Martin Traub-Werner and…

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The Power of the P&L: Unlocking the Financial Story of Your Practice

Martin Traub-Werner Dec 4, 2025 6 min read

By Martin Traub-Werner, Founder & CEO, VetBooks Every veterinary practice tells a story—one written not in words, but in numbers. Your profit and loss (P&L) statement is that story. When interpreted with precision and granularity, the P&L reveals what’s really…

3 Reasons to Love the VMG/AAHA Chart of Accounts

3 Reasons to Love the VMG/AAHA Chart of Accounts

Martin Traub-Werner Oct 22, 2025 4 min read

At VetBooks, we believe that accurate financials are key to business success, and few tools are as valuable in achieving them as the VMG/AAHA Chart of Accounts (CoA). This standardized financial framework provides veterinary practice owners with clarity, despite its…

5 Things To Know About Veterinary Inventory Management

5 Things To Know About Veterinary Inventory Management

Martin Traub-Werner Aug 21, 2025 5 min read

In most veterinary practices, inventory is the second-largest expense after payroll. But unlike labor costs it’s often overlooked as an area of strategic opportunity. To clarify why inventory matters for veterinary businesses and what you need to know to run…

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Know Before You Grow: The Power of the Veterinary Practice Balance Sheet

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Know Before You Grow: The Power of the Veterinary Practice Balance Sheet

Most veterinary practice managers and leaders are familiar with the profit and loss (P&L) statement. Understanding the flow of money…

Why Independent Veterinary Practices Are Poised for a Comeback

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Why Independent Veterinary Practices Are Poised for a Comeback

At VetBooks, we’re all-in on supporting independent veterinary practices—and now, the case for their success just got even stronger. Martin…

Veterinary Practice Profitability Versus Empathetic Care: How Transparency Enables Coexistence

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A woman sits comfortably on a couch talking on the phone while reviewing documents, with a relaxed dog lying beside her. The image conveys thoughtful financial decision-making in a home setting, highlighting the balance of pet care and planning.

By: Martin Traub-Werner For many veterinary professionals, patient care takes precedence over numbers and practice profitability. But conversations around care…

Effective Rate

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A person holds a white credit card over a payment terminal, ready to tap for a transaction. The image illustrates electronic payment processing, relevant to understanding effective rates for credit card transactions.

Guest blog by Sarah Radford, Director of Business Development at Benchmark Payment Systems Understanding your effective rate for credit card…

Is an Enrolled Agent Right for Your Veterinary Practice?

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A wooden judge’s gavel rests on a document labeled “Tax Law,” symbolizing the importance of legal and tax expertise in financial decision-making for veterinary practices.

Your veterinary practice’s success hinges on sound financial management—something often easier said than done. Tight margins, multiple revenue streams, and…

Should You Benchmark Against Yourself or Others?

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Should You Benchmark Against Yourself or Others?

As a veterinary practice owner, you may wonder if you are making the right financial business decisions. You may also…