Q. I am a small business owner looking at new business ideas, including ways to help Veterinary Technicians and Vet offices. I made a survey on survey monkey to find out Vet Tech's ideas about the area I am considering for new business. I posted the survey on Craigslist and contacted some Vet Tech schools, but have only had 13 responses and I need 100!
Any suggestions where to post asking for Vet Techs to answer my survey? It isn't for sales and doesn't ask their contact information for a mailing list or anyting cheezy like that.
Thanks for any suggestions!
The survey is at:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=Dr2QEeQhnXgvSO3fVofJHw_3d_3d
<a href="http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=Dr2QEeQhnXgvSO3fVofJHw_3d_3d">Click Here to take survey</a>
Any suggestions where to post asking for Vet Techs to answer my survey? It isn't for sales and doesn't ask their contact information for a mailing list or anyting cheezy like that.
Thanks for any suggestions!
The survey is at:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=Dr2QEeQhnXgvSO3fVofJHw_3d_3d
<a href="http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=Dr2QEeQhnXgvSO3fVofJHw_3d_3d">Click Here to take survey</a>
A. Couple of questions for you...why do you need 100? Statistical sampling techniques will give you a pretty accurate result with a sample size of 30.
Are you trying to get new clients or decide if this is a niche worth pursuing for your own start up business?
If it is the latter...try looking in http://inventory.overture.com for keywords about pets. It will give you a listing of common search terms for people who are looking for animal information. If you want to reach vet techs directly then you may want to get a Google Adword campaign going to target them specifically (email me if you need more info)
BTW...THE MOST IMPORTANT ASPECT OF BUSINESS IS...the list.
Most people shy away from that for spam reasons but if you don't know who your customers are and how to reach them...how are you going to sell? I am sure there is a market for your service. You need a list. The best way to do this is to offer a summary report of your survey data if they are interested. Then the want to give you their email address. Don't trick anyone on this one.
If you are willing to buy a list go to the library and get the SRDS. You will be able to get a list of vets.
Have you checked for google or yahoo groups for vets? You may want to try Linkedin dot com. It is the number one business social networking group (similar to MySpace, Facebook, etc...but for business professionals). It has over 5 million subscribers and it is free. (no I won't make any money for that referral)
Best,
Angie
Are you trying to get new clients or decide if this is a niche worth pursuing for your own start up business?
If it is the latter...try looking in http://inventory.overture.com for keywords about pets. It will give you a listing of common search terms for people who are looking for animal information. If you want to reach vet techs directly then you may want to get a Google Adword campaign going to target them specifically (email me if you need more info)
BTW...THE MOST IMPORTANT ASPECT OF BUSINESS IS...the list.
Most people shy away from that for spam reasons but if you don't know who your customers are and how to reach them...how are you going to sell? I am sure there is a market for your service. You need a list. The best way to do this is to offer a summary report of your survey data if they are interested. Then the want to give you their email address. Don't trick anyone on this one.
If you are willing to buy a list go to the library and get the SRDS. You will be able to get a list of vets.
Have you checked for google or yahoo groups for vets? You may want to try Linkedin dot com. It is the number one business social networking group (similar to MySpace, Facebook, etc...but for business professionals). It has over 5 million subscribers and it is free. (no I won't make any money for that referral)
Best,
Angie
Do cats live longer with or without thier yearly shots?
Q. I just looked up today how old my american wirehair is, he is approximately 60. I want to help him live longer, because apparently they only live 15 years, and hes lived 11 (human years) So if you have any tips to help, especally my shot question let me know please!
Thank you :)
OH, andi'm not like, stupid asking about the shots haha. Some people have told me the shots rly dont help, or they actually make ur cat sick.
Thank you :)
OH, andi'm not like, stupid asking about the shots haha. Some people have told me the shots rly dont help, or they actually make ur cat sick.
A. Cats can live well into their teens and early 20's. The way to help them live a long happy life is mainly with a good diet, exercise, as stress free an environment as possible and regular veterinary checkups.
I do not necessarily believe cats need to have yearly vaccinations unless there is a chance they will be exposed to unvaccinated or cats with unknown health histories. When I did a lot of rescuing strays, I vaccinated my adult cats every year. My cats are strickly indoors, and all the rescues or fosters I bring in now have been fully vetted (spayed/neutered, FIV/FeLV tested and fully vaccinated).
My vet now believes that for indoor only cats, every 3-5 years is plenty to give boosters. Rabies, since it is required by law, is given on schedule. Mine are on 3 year updates for rabies. Otherwise, they have not been given any of the other boosters since they are about 4-5 years old (they are 10 and 12 now).
Here are a couple of articles addressing vaccinations. And the last link is about cat nutrition written by a veterinarian and cat lover. Just as with us, a good diet is vital to overall good health.
Purrs to you and kitty.
I do not necessarily believe cats need to have yearly vaccinations unless there is a chance they will be exposed to unvaccinated or cats with unknown health histories. When I did a lot of rescuing strays, I vaccinated my adult cats every year. My cats are strickly indoors, and all the rescues or fosters I bring in now have been fully vetted (spayed/neutered, FIV/FeLV tested and fully vaccinated).
My vet now believes that for indoor only cats, every 3-5 years is plenty to give boosters. Rabies, since it is required by law, is given on schedule. Mine are on 3 year updates for rabies. Otherwise, they have not been given any of the other boosters since they are about 4-5 years old (they are 10 and 12 now).
Here are a couple of articles addressing vaccinations. And the last link is about cat nutrition written by a veterinarian and cat lover. Just as with us, a good diet is vital to overall good health.
Purrs to you and kitty.
Do dog antidepressants work as well on humans?
Q. I work as a veterinary asst. at an animal clinic and my boss has a lot of dog antidepressants. Well the problem is that I have felt very depressed for months and I can't afford to see a doctor or buy pills. I don't have health insurance. So I was wondering if those dog antidepressants would help me out. My boss won't notice if they are gone.
A. First of all, stealing from any pharmacy, even a veterinary pharmacy, is quite illegal. And yes, even though you may not be aware of it, there are many ways for the veterinarian to check to make sure drug stocks are current and consistent.
Second, there are assistance programs if you need help and are feeling depressed. Please try calling:
1-800-273-TALK
They can put you in touch with counseling and medication, even if you can't pay for it.
Finally, to answer your question, veterinary medications are often held to the same consumer standards that human medications are. But there's no way to know what sorts of medications would work best for you, and dosages would be a total guess. I suppose, if you knew what medication you needed and the dose, you could extrapolate how many pills you'd need. However, antidepressants take months to take effect, do you really think you could get away with it for months? I don *not* condone this practice at all.
There's always an alternative. Please call someone and ask for help. The medications most people take these days are cheap and can easily be given away for free.
Second, there are assistance programs if you need help and are feeling depressed. Please try calling:
1-800-273-TALK
They can put you in touch with counseling and medication, even if you can't pay for it.
Finally, to answer your question, veterinary medications are often held to the same consumer standards that human medications are. But there's no way to know what sorts of medications would work best for you, and dosages would be a total guess. I suppose, if you knew what medication you needed and the dose, you could extrapolate how many pills you'd need. However, antidepressants take months to take effect, do you really think you could get away with it for months? I don *not* condone this practice at all.
There's always an alternative. Please call someone and ask for help. The medications most people take these days are cheap and can easily be given away for free.
How much does neutering a cat cost?
Q. Omg, sorry for so much questions!
but i know how dangerous it is out there.
Well it was my birthday and i got 100$ from my grandma
and i heard that if you dont neuture and inside cat, then it will spray.
i DON'T WANT THAT!
i live at Chicago Illinois, Norridge, about how much does it cost for neuturing here?
but i know how dangerous it is out there.
Well it was my birthday and i got 100$ from my grandma
and i heard that if you dont neuture and inside cat, then it will spray.
i DON'T WANT THAT!
i live at Chicago Illinois, Norridge, about how much does it cost for neuturing here?
A. http://www.lovethatcat.com/stil.html
List of low cost spay/neuter programs
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http://www.care-evanston.org/lowcost.htm
"Friends Of Animals Low Cost Spay/Neuter Certificates
1-800-321-PETS (1-800-321-7387)
http://www.friendsofanimals.org/programs/spay-neuter/index.html
Cost: $51 � Male Cat
$65 - Female Cat
Accepted by participating local vets. Visit the FOA( http://www.friendsofanimals.org/programs/spay-neuter/index.html ) site and enter your ZIP code to find veterinarians in your area."
"Anti-Cruelty Society Low Cost Clinic
157 W. Grand Ave. Chicago, IL 60610
312-644-8338 ext. 347 E-mail: info@anticruelty.org
www. anticruelty.org
Cost: $25 � Dog
$10 - Cat
Call between the hours of 10:00am � 4:00pm Monday through Friday to schedule an appointment. Fees must be paid prior to surgery. They also operate a low income veterinary clinic for those who may not otherwise be able to afford proper veterinary care. Please call (312) 644-8338 to speak with a clinic receptionist for details on services and qualification criteria."
"AWS Chicago Lurie Family Spay/Neuter Clinic
3516 W. 26th Street
Chicago, IL 60623
773-521-7729
www.pawschicago.org
The only way to control dog and cat overpopulation is by decreasing birth rates. Unfortunately, many people can't afford the high cost of spay/neuter surgery for their pets. This is why we opened the Lurie Family Spay/Neuter Clinic - the only clinic of its kind that is located in and serving Chicago's neediest areas.
All services are by appointment only.
To schedule an appointment call 773-521-7729. from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Clinic Hours: Sunday and Tuesday through Thursday from 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., selected Saturdays from 6:45 a.m. to 6 p.m.
For more information visit www.pawschicago.org
Low-cost spay/neuter surgery for dogs, puppies (add'l fees for 50lbs+) $75.00
Low-cost spay/neuter surgery for cats $25.00
For Chicago residents receiving public assistance FREE
For individuals residing in the following ZIP codes: 60617, 60619, 60620, 60621, 60628, 60629, 60636, 60639
FREE
Check www.pawschicago.org for pricing on vaccinations and other low cost veterinary procedures."
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List of low cost spay/neuter programs
~~~~
http://www.care-evanston.org/lowcost.htm
"Friends Of Animals Low Cost Spay/Neuter Certificates
1-800-321-PETS (1-800-321-7387)
http://www.friendsofanimals.org/programs/spay-neuter/index.html
Cost: $51 � Male Cat
$65 - Female Cat
Accepted by participating local vets. Visit the FOA( http://www.friendsofanimals.org/programs/spay-neuter/index.html ) site and enter your ZIP code to find veterinarians in your area."
"Anti-Cruelty Society Low Cost Clinic
157 W. Grand Ave. Chicago, IL 60610
312-644-8338 ext. 347 E-mail: info@anticruelty.org
www. anticruelty.org
Cost: $25 � Dog
$10 - Cat
Call between the hours of 10:00am � 4:00pm Monday through Friday to schedule an appointment. Fees must be paid prior to surgery. They also operate a low income veterinary clinic for those who may not otherwise be able to afford proper veterinary care. Please call (312) 644-8338 to speak with a clinic receptionist for details on services and qualification criteria."
"AWS Chicago Lurie Family Spay/Neuter Clinic
3516 W. 26th Street
Chicago, IL 60623
773-521-7729
www.pawschicago.org
The only way to control dog and cat overpopulation is by decreasing birth rates. Unfortunately, many people can't afford the high cost of spay/neuter surgery for their pets. This is why we opened the Lurie Family Spay/Neuter Clinic - the only clinic of its kind that is located in and serving Chicago's neediest areas.
All services are by appointment only.
To schedule an appointment call 773-521-7729. from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Clinic Hours: Sunday and Tuesday through Thursday from 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., selected Saturdays from 6:45 a.m. to 6 p.m.
For more information visit www.pawschicago.org
Low-cost spay/neuter surgery for dogs, puppies (add'l fees for 50lbs+) $75.00
Low-cost spay/neuter surgery for cats $25.00
For Chicago residents receiving public assistance FREE
For individuals residing in the following ZIP codes: 60617, 60619, 60620, 60621, 60628, 60629, 60636, 60639
FREE
Check www.pawschicago.org for pricing on vaccinations and other low cost veterinary procedures."
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