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TENNESSEE VETERINARY MEDICAL ASSOCIATION | JULY 17, 2015
Important Tax Information
Although these notices regarding sales tax requirements for veterinarians and animal bathing were written several years ago, it has come to our attention that they should be distributed again.  Please share this information with your accountant and practice manager.  Click here for sales and use tax information for veterinarians. Click here for sales tax information on animal bathing. 
Rules Changes Governing Continuing Education
The Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners has implemented some changes to the rules governing continuing education.  Of particular note: veterinarians are now permitted to obtain up to 10 hours of "non-contact" CE and must obtain 2 hours of CE in the areas of ethics, regulatory requirements, or controlled substances every two years.  For more information, see the following link: BVME rule 1730-01-12

2016 MCVC
February 26-28 at the Embassy Suites Nashville SE/Murfreesboro
Watch for more information on the following programs to be
offered at MCVC 2016
                       Fear Free Workshop Presenters
Dr. Marty Becker
Ms. Mikkel Becker: From Living Room to Exam Room
Dr. Heidi Shafford: Sedation Options & Interactive Session on Where to Start
Dr. Gary Landsberg
Dr. Ilona Rodan
                             Click on the logo for more information.
FTC Pushes for More Competition in Pet Medications Market   

The Federal Trade Commission released a report in May finding that veterinarians will continue to face increasing competition from nonveterinary retailers for pet medication sales—and recommending ways to make the pet medications market even more competitive.  Read more...
VMA 2015 Report on Veterinary Debt and Income

In a series of economic reports compiled by AVMA Economics Division, this report explores the following topics:  income and debt of new veterinarians, income of current veterinarians, veterinarians’ debt-to-income ratio, and net present value of the veterinary degree.  Click here to read the executive summary.
Recalls

Stella & Chewy's Pet Food - Click here for more information.
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On Facebook, TVMA hosts a public page and a members-only group.  We invite you to join the Tennessee Veterinary Medical Association Members Group.  You will be able to discuss topics affecting the veterinary profession with your colleagues.
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Small Animal Practice For Sale - East TN
Building and real estate appraisal - $240,000
Practice gross - $463,299 for 2014
Fully equipped
10921 computerized clients, most with multiple pets
Asking $575,000; reasonable offers considered
Contact Susan Scarlett at (865) 250-7514 (call or text) or email stonegatesrs@aol.com

Real Estate for Sale:  3700 Pishon Trail Franklin, TN 37064
Amazing live/work opportunity. Vet clinic currently operating on this beautiful 5.3 acres in Williamson County. House is 2268 sq ft. Clinic operates on main level. Renovated living quarters upstairs. Cinder block barn with electric, water, two horse stalls, and surgery room has its own driveway, turn around and paddock. Incredible location with Hwy 96 road frontage. Real estate only for sale, not practice.
Contact Larissa Lentile, Keller Williams Realty at (615) 425-3600 ext 3616 or email findahome@larissalentile.com. 
      
Tazewell, TN. Well, established turn key small animal clinic for sale.  Approximately 1920 sq feet with ample parking or potential expansion (approx 960 sq feet).  All equipment included (surgical table, anesthesia machine, centrifuge, etc.).  Located on the main road for great visibility and access for clients.  Recently passed clinic inspection for the next 2 years.  Sales price is negotiable!  For inquiries, please email bobeans@aol.com.
 
Knoxville, TN.  Solo small animal practice incl. 1300+ sq.ft. clinic building and 1 acre land.  Excellent location with plenty of room for expansion.  Building and equipment in good condition. Five year(2007-11) average annual gross over $280K being open 4.5 days/wk. Asking $315K.  Reply to lod478@gmx.com.

Knoxville small animal practice for sale.  $395K, includes real estate. Reply to tennvet1@gmail.com.
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