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      I would be actively looking. If you can't work with the MD now, you certainly won't be able to do so if he buys the practice. The way he has treated you is unacceptable and should be documented. I would even look into filing a formal complaint with ...

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      We paid $100 per hour a couple years ago when we needed relief vets, but would probably have to pay more now. We are in NW Montana. ------------------------------ Kari Gabriel, Practice Manager Calm Animal Care Kila, MT calmanimalcare@gmail.com 406-755-8214 ...

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