Claire grew up in Iowa and now lives in North Texas. She has been around horses all her life and competes in AQHA/APHA/NSBA Ranch All Around events. She has been an Animal Health Representative with Boehringer Ingelheim and is now an RX Software Trainer for Chewy Health. She never thought she would be an Insurance Agent until she came across Globe Life’s Accidental Policy and realized how many people in the equine industry could benefit from it. She has seen several loved ones get hurt by horses, from her father being a veterinarian, her mother being a colt starter, and her husband being a farrier. Her biggest draw to repping Globe Life is that every policyholder can get 100% of their money back. That never happens with insurance!
“When it comes to horses, it’s not if you get hurt but when and how bad”
Topics covered in this episode:
- The importance of insurance and being prepared
- The different types of insurance and what they cover
- How Globe Life Insurance is different from other companies
- The reality of getting hurt on the job as an animal chiropractor
- The process of getting paid out after processing a claim
- Things we should consider as a self-employed business owner
- The monthly cost of a plan through Globe Life Insurance
- How to sign up for a policy
Links and Resources:
- Visit the Globe Life Family Heritage Insurance website
- Email Claire with any questions
- Contact Claire via phone at 641-895-5817
Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic links:
- Visit the Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic website
- Visit our Facebook Page
- Visit our Instagram Page
Thank you to our sponsors!
- Academy for the Advancement of Animal Chiropractic
- iPoint Touch- Integrative Veterinary Medicine EHR
- The Evidence Based Chiropractor
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Dr. Susan Roecker graduated from Northwest Missouri State University in 2007 with a double major in Pre-Professional Zoology and Animal Science, with a minor in Biochemistry. From 2008 to 2012, she worked at HSMO, and in December 2011, Dr. Roecker graduated from Logan University. She worked as a human chiropractor from 2012-2017. In June 2017, Dr. Roecker graduated from Options for Animals College of Animal Chiropractic.
Topics covered in this episode:
- What prompted Dr. Susan to embark on this legislative journey and the team that was part of the process
- The original animal chiropractic laws in Missouri
- Some of the board issues they ran into
- Changes to the law and their impact on animal chiropractors
- The process of events to change the animal chiropractic laws in Missouri
- Unique obstacles along the way and relationship-building
- The final verbiage of the bill that was passed
- Dr. Susan’s advice for starting on this journey
Links and Resources:
- Visit the American Medical Center of Mid-America website
- Email Dr. Susan
Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic links:
- Visit the Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic website
- Visit our Facebook Page
- Visit our Instagram Page
Thank you to our sponsors!
- Academy for the Advancement of Animal Chiropractic
- iPoint Touch- Integrative Veterinary Medicine EHR
- The Evidence Based Chiropractor
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Join Dr. Kaitlyn Lackey on today’s podcast where she gives a sneak peek into her two-part presentation at the upcoming 2023 AVCA Conference in Dallas, TX on November 10th-12th. Dr. Katie will be presenting on “Musculoskeletal Compensation Patterns in the Canine Patient”. Today, you’ll get to learn about why she chose this topic and learn a little more about how the content will help fill some gaps for you so can be more successful and able to serve patients to the best of your ability!
Topics covered in this episode:
- Why I chose this topic for the AVCA Conference
- The systematic approach
- Observing our patients prior to palpation
- Evaluating for compensation
- The importance of fascia
- Clinical Essentials Course
- Information about the AVCA Conference and a private dinner on Friday evening
Links and Resources:
- Learn more or register for the AVCA Conference
- Sign up for the AVCA conference informal dinner on Friday, November 10th. There are only 24 spots available so reserve your seat today!
Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic links:
- Visit the Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic website
- Visit our Facebook Page
- Visit our Instagram Page
Thank you to our sponsors!
- Academy for the Advancement of Animal Chiropractic
- iPoint Touch- Integrative Veterinary Medicine EHR
- The Evidence Based Chiropractor
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Join Dr. Kaitlyn Lackey on today’s podcast where she gives you a small peek into some of her new courses and delves into what’s included in her existing course, Business Basics. She has designed these courses with the goal of helping serve you better in your animal chiropractic businesses. Today, you’ll get to learn about two new courses that will soon be released that will help you have success in your life and business. In this podcast, you’ll find all the steps you need to take to serve your patients well. So, what new courses are coming? Come join today’s podcast to find out!
Topics covered in this episode:
- What’s in the Business Basics Course and how it can help you grow your practice
- Marketing Mini Course; how to tell people that chiropractic is a viable solution for their problem
- Clinical Essentials for the Canine Chiropractor
- Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic Newsletter
- How to join the free provider directory
- Group Coaching
Links and Resources:
- Learn more about the Business Basics Course
Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic links:
- Visit the Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic website
- Visit our Facebook Page
- Visit our Instagram Page
Thank you to our sponsors!
- Academy for the Advancement of Animal Chiropractic
- iPoint Touch- Integrative Veterinary Medicine EHR
- The Evidence Based Chiropractor
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Dr. Morgan McCaskill grew up in the foothills of North Carolina on her family's dairy farm. She got her first horse at 5 years old and has continued to ride and be a part of the industry ever since. She continued her path in the animal industry by attending North Carolina State University and receiving a B.S. in Zoology with minors in both Animal Science and Nutrition. During her senior year at NCSU, she was introduced to animal chiropractic in one of her equine science courses and decided to pursue the career. She received her Doctor of Chiropractic degree for humans from Sherman College of Chiropractic in South Carolina and continued with post-graduate training in animal chiropractic in Texas. Following this training, she became a certified animal chiropractor by the Animal Chiropractic Certification Commission (ACCC) of the American Veterinary Chiropractic Association (AVCA).
Dr. Morgan moved to Wisconsin following her graduation from Sherman College where she ran her own practice for 2 years. Following the birth of her daughter, Dr. Morgan decided to move back to North Carolina to be closer to family and the Blue Ridge Mountains that have always been home. In her spare time, she enjoys hiking with her husband, Brett, her daughter, Sadie, and their two dogs, Zoe and Ace. She also enjoys riding her horses, Dixie and Drifter, and working on her family’s farm.
Topics covered in this episode:
- Dr. McCaskill’s journey through school knowing she wanted to work on animals full-time
- How she balances a farm and running a business
- Why she chose to see mostly large animal patients only
- What brought Dr. McCaskill to the Business Basics Course
- How she reestablished a patient base after a big move during Covid
- The benefit of knowing other chiropractors in your area
- Dr. McCaskill’s takeaways from the Business Basics Course
- Efficiency in a mobile practice
- Addressing the needs of the pet owner
- Dr. McCaskill’s advice to new chiropractors
Links and Resources:
- Visit the BackCountry Chiropractic website
- Visit BackCountry Chiropractic on Facebook
- Visit BackCountry Chiropractic on Instagram
Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic links:
- Visit the Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic website
- Visit our Facebook Page
- Visit our Instagram Page
Thank you to our sponsors!
- Academy for the Advancement of Animal Chiropractic
- iPoint Touch- Integrative Veterinary Medicine EHR
- The Evidence Based Chiropractor
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Dr. Angelo Marinakis is passionate about health, fitness, and wellness. He is originally from Canada where he completed his undergraduate work at the University of Toronto. After completing his undergrad Dr. Angelo entered the chiropractic program at Life University in Atlanta, Georgia, and graduated in June of 2000.
Dr. Angelo moved to Vermont after graduation and practiced family wellness chiropractic in the snowy Green Mountain State for 14 years before moving to Texas in June of 2014. After taking a one-year break from active practice (when he worked to develop a training program for a local dog facility), Dr. Angelo returned to chiropractic in August of 2015 and now operates practices in Round Rock, TX, and San Marcos, TX.
Dr. Angelo resides in San Marcos with his wife Paige and their 5 dogs Vinnie, Hilda, Vito, Niko, and Gertie.
Topics covered in this episode:
- What motivated Dr. Angelo to take on the task of changing Animal Chiropractic laws in Texas
- Taking the first steps to assemble a team and the key roles you need
- Writing the language of the bill
- Setting up a political action committee (PAC) and bank account
- Common hurdles when going through the process
- What happens during a committee hearing
- The emotional toll that trying to get a bill passed can take on the committee
- What are the next steps for Texas?
Links and Resources:
- Visit the Active Life Chiropractic website
- Find Active Life Chiropractic on Facebook
Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic links:
- Visit the Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic website
- Visit our Facebook Page
- Visit our Instagram Page
Thank you to our sponsors!
- Academy for the Advancement of Animal Chiropractic
- iPoint Touch- Integrative Veterinary Medicine EHR
- The Evidence Based Chiropractor
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**DISCLAIMER: I am not affiliated with Bharon Hoag or the Chiropractic Defense Council. I do not benefit personally or monetarily from having him on my podcast. This podcast today was designed for your information ONLY. Do your own research should you choose to donate any money to this cause.
Bharon is currently serving the profession as the Executive Director of OneChiropractic. OneChiropractic is a coalition of concerned individuals and organizations advocating for the preservation and advancement of a drugless chiropractic.
He has been a leader in the business aspect of healthcare for almost two decades. He has worked in the chiropractic profession for eighteen years and taught for sixteen, developing his unique “non-doctor” approach through ownership and management of numerous clinics. As a former consultant specializing in coding, documentation & compliance, Bharon has counseled hundreds of healthcare facilities and employers, evolving a profound understanding of the professional environment.
Hoag’s venture with OneChiropractic has ignited his passion and purpose. The mission of this organization is to protect the rights of practicing chiropractors all over the world, to create cultural authority, and ensure the world has access to chiropractic. Achieving these goals will make chiropractic the #1 healthcare choice in the world.
Topics covered in this episode:
- How OneChiropractic came to be and what its purpose is in advocating for chiropractors worldwide
- A front-row seat to watching his daughter go through animal chiropractic training
- The power of organizing a large group of people to move towards one goal at the same time
- Where the finances go with the OneChiropractic organization
- Building relationships to communicate our message as chiropractors
- How to get involved in the Chiropractic Defense Counsel and what to expect when you get involved
Links and Resources:
- Learn more and get involved in the Chiropractic Defense Counsel
- Sign up to receive updates from the CDC here
- Learn more about OneChiropractic
- Find OneChiropractic on Facebook
- Find OneChiropractic on Instagram
- Find OneChiropractic on YouTube
Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic links:
- Visit the Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic website
- Visit our Facebook Page
- Visit our Instagram Page
Thank you to our sponsors!
Dr. Calle Miller is a December 2021 Graduate of Sherman College of Chiropractic where she earned her Doctorate of Chiropractic. She is a third-generation chiropractor! While in her last year of school, she completed training in Animal Chiropractic at ACES in Texas. Once receiving her certificate at ACES, she sat for the American Veterinary Chiropractic Association exam. Being certified by the AVCA means that Dr. Miller can provide the quality care that your animals deserve.
After graduation, Dr. Miller and her family moved to beautiful Arizona.
In Dr. Miller's free time, she loves to go horseback riding and explore the great outdoors with her husband, son, and dog.
Topics covered in this episode:
- Starting a practice from scratch in a new state
- Dr. Calle’s shift from human to animal chiropractic
- Dr. Calle’s concerns about starting out her new business
- Some of the things Dr. Calle learned in her first 2 years of practice that she wishes other people had known
- Balancing being a mom, business owner, and mobile practitioner
- Dr. Calle’s experience with the Business Basics Course
- Asking for help when you need it
- What Dr. Calle found the most impactful about the Business Basics Course
Links and Resources:
- Visit the Trailblazer Chiropractic website
- Find Trailblazer Chiropractic on Facebook
- Find Trailblazer Chiropractic on Instagram
Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic links:
- Visit the Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic website
- Visit our Facebook Page
- Visit our Instagram Page
Thank you to our sponsors!
Dr. Alisha Barnes received her bachelor’s degree in zoology at Colorado State University and her Chiropractic Doctorate degree from the University of Western States in Portland, Oregon. She then attended the rigorous and well-known animal chiropractic program at Parker University in Dallas, Texas. The curriculum centered around the identification of common veterinary conditions, canine and equine anatomy, and chiropractic condition identification and proper treatment. Dr. Alisha is certified by the American Veterinary Chiropractic Association (AVCA). The AVCA is the premier national animal chiropractic association, where members are held to the highest standards in knowledge and care.
Topics covered in this episode:
- Dr. Alisha’s path to becoming an animal chiropractic business owner
- Burnout and boundaries
- Sitting in the fear of the unknown and limiting beliefs
- Shifting from solopreneur to a multi-site, multi-doctor practice
- What the structure of a business looks like when veterinary referrals are no longer needed
- Building relationships with local veterinarians
- Advice when you’re starting to grow your team
Links and Resources:
- Visit the Tails Animal Chiropractic Care website
- Email Dr. Alisha with questions
- Find Tails Animal Chiropractic Care on Facebook
- Find Tails Animal Chiropractic Care on Instagram
Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic links:
- Visit the Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic website
- Visit our Facebook Page
- Visit our Instagram Page
Thank you to our sponsors!
Zack Geist founded Student Loan Tutor in 2015 and has helped thousands of borrowers save more than $300 million in student loans. Through its partnership with Holistic Finance, the company also provides holistic financial planning for both those who have a considerable amount of money in the market as well as those who still have unsecured debt, including high-balance student loans. He and his organization also advise more specifically about student loan financial planning and provide all document preparation. They are the largest and most reputable organization in the student loan advisory profession.
Topics covered in this episode:
- New graduate debt and trends in student loans
- What to expect when your student loans repayment hits
- What are our options when it comes to repaying our student loans?
- Types of repayment plans: Balanced Based vs. Income-Driven repayment
- How investing in yourself or your business instead of student loan repayment is doable
- How you can financially plan for your own business and future
- How forbearance may affect us once it lifts
- Why you should not refinance your student loans with a private lender
- Zack’s biggest tip for everyone with loans
Links and Resources:
- Learn more about Student Loan Tutor (Let them know, Dr. Kaitlyn Lackey referred you!)
- Find Student Loan Tutor on Facebook
- Find Student Loan Tutor on YouTube
Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic links:
- Visit the Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic website
- Visit our Facebook Page
- Visit our Instagram Page
Thank you to our sponsors!
Dr. Monique Andrews is a teacher and scholar in Embodied Neuroscience who leads seminars and workshops around the world.
As a long-time student of neuroscience, chiropractic, and Eastern spiritual practices, she presents from a unique perspective, blending modern tools with ancient wisdom. Drawing on years of intensive study and teaching, she has become an expert in embodied somatic practices and is an international award-winning speaker in the areas of Neuroscience, Polyvagal theory, and Nervous system regulation.
Through her work with The PRANA Foundation, she is a powerful guide and mentor for those drawn to evolving their own wisdom and easing the path for others. Dr. Mo’s vision is to elevate the consciousness of humanity.
Topics covered in this episode:
- The premise of embodied neuroscience
- Why chiropractors may be struggling to have a viable practice
- Sharing the value of chiropractic in authentic ways
- Advice on how to still share a valuable service while we have gatekeepers to our patients
- Burnout, compassion fatigue, and imposter syndrome
- How you can be principled and evidence-informed at the same time in service of our patients
- “Healing Hands, Heal Horses” retreat in Costa Rica
Links and Resources:
- Learn more about Dr. Monique Andrews
- Learn more about the Healing Hands, Heal Horses retreat
- Find Dr. Mo on Facebook
- Find Dr. Mo on Instagram
- Find Dr. Mo on YouTube
Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic links:
- Visit the Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic website
- Visit our Facebook Page
- Visit our Instagram Page
Thank you to our sponsors!
Ben received his training in orthotics and prosthetics at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. As a Certified Orthotist-Prosthetist on the human side, his work experience includes a stint at Shriners Hospitals for Children-Greenville. Ben’s personal experience with osteosarcoma bone cancer and amputation feeds his drive to help others.
When introduced to Dr. Robert Taylor of Animal Planet’s Emergency Vets show, Ben was asked to consult on a project for a dog named Triumph. Ben learned of the limited options available for animals with limb injuries and deformities, inspiring the founding of Hero Braces.
Ben focuses his efforts on helping animals and continues to consult in human orthotics and prosthetics. He has been invited to speak at conferences on both human and animal orthotics and prosthetics, including the annual meetings of the 2011 American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association and the 2008 International Association of Veterinary Rehabilitation and Physical Therapy.
Topics covered in this episode:
- Ben’s story and how he uses it today to help others
- The differences in working in the human field versus the animal field
- Conditions that may be good candidates for a brace in dogs vs. surgery
- How the stifle brace affects the dogs and their outcomes
- Padding or no padding on a knee brace, what is the best method
- Why a prosthetic leg is not always beneficial for a three-legged dog
- What the process looks like for those interested in a brace
Links and Resources:
- Learn more about Hero Braces
- Find Hero Braces on Facebook
- Find Hero Braces on Instagram
Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic links:
- Visit the Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic website
- Visit our Facebook Page
- Visit our Instagram Page
Thank you to our sponsors!
Established in 1999, Christa has been a registered massage therapist in 3 Canadian provinces with over 60 000 career treatments completed. Her focus is equine rehabilitation and treating high-performance athletes including world cup and Olympic horses in almost every FEI discipline.
She specializes in advanced Lymphatic Drainage and Craniosacral therapies and was the 1st Canadian to study Equine Kinesiology Taping. She is a respected clinician, published author, and course developer.
A fierce advocate for teamwork, Christa aims to support other therapists by providing them with a premium quality kinesiology tape so they can enhance the lives of the horses they treat.
Topics covered in this episode:
- Localized, regional, and systemic edema
- The primary function of the lymphatic system
- Identifying and correcting a blockage
- Viscosity
- Kinesiology tape and how it can benefit lymphedema patients
- Hestaband Cotton, Satin, or Lymph tapes and how to use each one
- Work with the patient in front of you
Links and Resources:
- Learn more about Hestaband
- Find Christa Veinotte, International Equine Massage Therapist on Facebook
- Find Christa Veinotte on Instagram
Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic links:
- Visit the Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic website
- Visit our Facebook Page
- Visit our Instagram Page
Thank you to our sponsors!
Dr. Haak provides the best care possible to the Ridgefield, Battle Ground, Woodland, La Center, Vancouver residents. He attended Cleveland University Kansas City where he received his Doctor of Chiropractic and Kansas State University getting his B.S. in Animal Science along with a minor in business. He has expanded his services to animals with chiropractic care since he has had a passion for our furry, four-legged companions from the very beginning. He is certified by the International Veterinary Chiropractic Association (IVCA) and completed his schooling through Options for Animals. His goal in practice is clear, to help everyone get back to doing what they love!
Topics covered in this episode:
- Dr. Katies Business Basics Course
- The common fears of growing a practice and what brought Dr. Haak to the Business Basics course
- The common fears a chiropractor may face when shifting their practice to treating animals in addition to humans
- Finding your ideal client, even as an introvert
- Dr. Taylor’s advice for new animal chiropractors
Links and Resources:
- Visit the Haak Chiropractic website
- Find Haak Chiropractic on Facebook
- Find Haak Chiropractic on Instagram
Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic links:
- Visit the Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic website
- Visit our Facebook Page
- Visit our Instagram Page
Thank you to our sponsors!
We have an amazing topic that we’re going to be discussing today that you won’t want to miss! Today, Dr. Katie talks with Dr. Petra Sullwold! She graduated from Life West Chiropractic College in 2007 and received her Animal Chiropractic Certification through Options for Animals in 2008. She has been an avid equestrian since age four. Before becoming a Chiropractor Dr. Petra was an Equine Sports Massage Therapist for 10 years.
She currently operates two businesses: Mancos Chiropractic, a three-doctor chiropractic practice for humans and small animals, and Equus Chiropractic which solely focuses on equine chiropractic. She travels all over the state of Colorado adjusting Top Level Competition horses to Backyard ponies. She loves the variety of her work and has a deep passion for chiropractic history and philosophy as it pertains to animal chiropractic. She has spent countless hours at the Palmer Davenport Archives to gain a deeper understanding of animal chiropractic’s past.
What many chiropractors don’t understand is that animal chiropractic may not be covered under your human chiropractic statute in your place of residency. With this knowledge, Dr. Petra started to gain traction in the state of Colorado to help change the laws so animals could have access to well-qualified, certified, and licensed professionals. She and many others worked tirelessly to change these laws between the veterinary medical association and the Colorado Chiropractic Association. After a full year of negotiations, their Chiropractic Practice Act was passed allowing Doctors of Chiropractic to adjust animals!
So join us today to learn how you can start navigating change where you live to help animals have access to chiropractic care!
Topics covered in this episode:
- How Dr. Petra has helped change the laws in Colorado, so animals have more access to well-qualified, certified, and licensed providers
- The benefits of working with your chiropractic association to bring about change in your state
- The different strategies you can use to help you get started
- The barriers that may be holding your bill back and how to overcome those challenges along the way
- The importance of knowing your audience
- How the laws in Colorado were before and after the bill passed, and how it has changed Dr. Petra’s practice
- How B.J. Palmer helped pave the way for animal chiropractic
- Dr. Petra’s Animal Chiropractic CE course
Links and Resources:
- Visit the Equus Chiropractic website
- Visit the Animal Chiropractic CE website
- Equus Chiropractic on Facebook
- Animal Chiropractic CE on Instagram
Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic links:
- Visit the Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic website
- Visit our Facebook Page
- Visit our Instagram Page
Thank you to our sponsors!
Dr. Kristen is a graduate of the University of California, Davis School of Veterinary Medicine. She has practiced veterinary medicine in California, Arizona, and New Mexico. She started out in California doing general practice, with an emphasis on breeding and made her way to the racetracks of Arizona and New Mexico where she expanded upon her love of sports medicine. While striving to help athletes perform at their best, she was exposed to animal chiropractic. Dr. Kristen attended ACES (Animal Chiropractic Education Source), in Meridian, TX where she obtained the specialized training necessary to become an animal chiropractor. Upon completion of this course, she then passed the certification test through the American Veterinary Chiropractic Association. Dr. Kristen has 2 horses of her own, that she trains for barrel racing. She also has 2 dogs and a cat to round out her animal menagerie!
Topics covered in this episode:
- Making the choice to keep your practice small or grow
- Finding balance in a multi-doctor mobile practice
- Pivoting from racetrack medicine to animal chiropractic
- Balancing parenthood and career
- Dr. Kate’s Business Basics course
- Time-saving techniques
Links and Resources:
- Visit the Sonoran Animal Chiropractic website
- Sonoran Animal Chiropractic Facebook page
Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic links:
- Visit the Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic website
- Visit our Facebook Page
- Visit our Instagram Page
Thank you to our sponsors!
Dr. Buzby has been an integrative veterinarian for nearly 20 years, having earned certification from the American Veterinary Chiropractic Association in 1998, and the International Veterinary Acupuncture Society in 2002. She is passionate about the power of our relationships with dogs and our ability to positively impact the quality of life as dog's age by engaging in a higher quality of care along the way. She serves as an advisory board member for the Grey Muzzle Organization to help improve the lives of at-risk senior dogs.
Dr. Buzby developed the idea of one of her clients into an internationally successful product. That is the story of ToeGrips® dog nail grips, which have sold in almost 60 countries, are now carried by thousands of veterinarians worldwide, and have helped 100,000’s of slipping paws turn back the clock and rediscover confident mobility. She believes in helping pet parents help their dogs live the happiest, healthiest life possible!
Topics covered in this episode:
- Caring for geriatric companion animals and what we can do for them
- How pet parents play an integral role in enabling their pets to receive the best healthcare
- Things that we, as providers, can look for to help us know that our patients are struggling with mobility
- What are ToeGrips ® and what do they do?
- Frequently Asked Questions about ToeGrips ®
- Success stories of ToeGrips ® and how they can change a dog's quality of life
- Dr. Buzby's Master Class: The Tip-To-Tail Health Scan™
Links and Resources:
- Visit Dr. Buzby’s Toe Grips for Dogs website
- Visit Dr. Buzby’s Wholesale website for veterinarians
- Email Dr. Jessica Harris with questions regarding Dr. Buzby’s wholesale and affiliate program for veterinarians
- Dr. Buzby's Master Class: The Tip-To-Tail Health Scan™
- Visit Dr. Buzby’s ToeGrips ® for Dogs Facebook page
- Visit Dr. Buzby’s ToeGrips ® for Dogs Instagram page
Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic links:
- Visit the Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic website
- Visit our Facebook Page
- Visit our Instagram Page
Thank you to our sponsors!
- Academy for the Advancement of Animal Chiropractic
- iPoint Touch- Integrative Veterinary Medicine EHR
- The Evidence Based Chiropractic
Joining Dr. Kaitlyn Lackey on today’s podcast is Darcy Sullivan, the founder of Propel Marketing & Design. Propel is a digital marketing agency located in South Florida that works with chiropractors and other businesses to improve their online presence through an array of proven digital marketing techniques.
She is a recognized public speaker and educator on topics related to traditional marketing, content marketing, SEO, and other digital marketing strategies. Over the past few years, Darcy has taught over 20,000 small businesses and entrepreneurs how to effectively build their brands and use digital marketing to gain a larger, more valuable online audience.
Today, she’ll help you learn about what needs to be on your website, how to get noticed on Google, and how to optimize your SEO. If this is something you struggle with, then this is the podcast for you!
Topics covered in this episode:
- Do you need to have a website?
- The biggest mistakes business owners can make with website hosting
- The key elements of a successful website
- Brand awareness
- What is SEO?
- The best way to get more people to visit your website
- Helpful ways to get ideas for content on your website
- What to look for in a website designer and how to set them up for success
Links and Resources:
- Visit the Propel Marketing and Design website
- Get Propels free 1-hour training course, 5 SEO Secrets to Owning the First Page of Google Without Buying Ads
Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic links:
- Visit the Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic website
- Visit our Facebook Page
- Visit our Instagram Page
Thank you to our sponsors!
Join Dr. Kaitlyn Lackey on today’s podcast where she gives you a small peek into her course, Business Basics. Today, you’ll get to learn about what it means to have success in your life and business and how to gain the financial growth and freedom you’ve been dreaming of. She helps you to better understand how to set up your business first, prioritizing yourself over your patients. In this podcast, you’ll be challenged to take a look at yourself now, a look at who you were yesterday and who you can be tomorrow to help you learn that if we're always trying to be our best selves today to build a better tomorrow, then we’re gonna head towards the right path. So, what does success look like for you? Come join today’s podcast to find out!
Topics covered in this episode:
- The reasons I started my Business Basics course
- Comparison Trap
- Determining what’s right for you
- Block Scheduling
- Spreadsheets to help you prioritize your time, what to charge, monthly and yearly patient tracker, and patient retention
- What is success to you?
Links and Resources:
- Wondering what to charge for services? Get your FREE spreadsheet sample here.
- Visit the Fair Health Consumer website to see what the average number of people are charging for services in your area
Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic links:
- Visit the Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic website
- Visit our Facebook Page
- Visit our Instagram Page
Thank you to our sponsors!
Joining Dr. Kaitlyn Lackey on today’s podcast are the founding members of the Academy for the Advancement of Animal Chiropractic. Today, you’ll get to learn about their journey to their corporation’s formation and their simple desire to stay in touch with friends from their Animal Chiropractic program. With limited options for continuing education to maintain Animal Chiropractic certifications, they decided to fill that void by creating an event with prestigious speakers, unique experiences, and a destination with amazing views. And that they did! Come learn all about this amazing CE opportunity and how you can be a part of it!
Topics covered in this episode:
- How this event originated
- What makes this CE event different from others; besides being in Cancun!
- Topics and speakers at the 2023 event
- Wet Lab topics
- Schedule of events and what to expect
- How to register
Links and Resources:
- Visit the Academy for the Advancement of Animal Chiropractic website to learn more about this amazing CE opportunity in Cancun from April 17 – 22, 2023! This event will be available in person AND live stream!
Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic links:
- Visit the Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic website
- Visit our Facebook Page
- Visit our Instagram Page
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