Veterinary profession:: Ethical work climates in veterinary practices

• Autores: Simon Innes, John Innes, Tim Davies
• Localización: Veterinary Record, ISSN-e 2042-7670, Vol. 176, Nº. 26, 2015, págs. 684-684
• Idioma: inglés
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  • WE read with interest the letter regarding ethical work climates in veterinary practice from Alison Price and Stephen May (VR, June 13, 2015, vol 176, pp 631-632). We agree with the authors that knowing more about veterinary businesses and cultures should be helpful to those seeking employment. However, we take significant issue with the methodology of the study and the authors' attempts to draw conclusions, albeit ‘with caution’.

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