Research Article

Financial Structure and Management Practices of Veterinary Clinics in Türkiye: Preliminary Findings

Volume: 9 Number: 4 September 9, 2026
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Financial Structure and Management Practices of Veterinary Clinics in Türkiye: Preliminary Findings

Abstract

Veterinary clinics play a critical role in animal health, public health, and the veterinary services sector, yet limited research has focused on their financial structures. This preliminary study aims to determine the financial management structures and needs of veterinary clinics in Türkiye. The material of the study consisted of data obtained through the data supply form from 35 veterinary clinics in various provinces of Türkiye in 2024. Descriptive statistics such as frequency, percentage, mean and standard deviation were used to analyze the data. The average operating period of clinics was determined as 7.26 years. When the pre-project financial management of the clinics was examined, it was determined that 54.29% of clinics carried out feasibility studies. Investment financing resources are covered by 42.86% equity capital, 28.57% bank loan and 28.57% both bank loan and equity capital. While, the 11.43% of clinics receive financial consultancy services, 51.25% of clinics do not use any software for financial records/analysis and stock control. Subgroup analysis revealed that highly experienced clinics (>10 years) had the highest financial success rate (50%), income diversity (4.25), and financial software usage (75%). Among the strategies implemented by veterinary clinics to improve their financial performance: new investments, patient loyalty, advertising, social media use, cost control, technology and information tracking, etc., has been observed. These preliminary findings underline the importance of financial planning, technology use, and operational experience in improving the financial performance of veterinary clinics. Supporting financial literacy and access to tools and consultancy services may enhance the economic sustainability of the sector.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Animal Management, Zootechny (Other)

Journal Section

Research Article

Publication Date

September 9, 2026

Submission Date

September 20, 2025

Acceptance Date

February 6, 2026

Published in Issue

Year 2026 Volume: 9 Number: 4

APA
Peker, A., Orkan, Ş., Özcanoğlu, D. D., & Aslan, N. D. (2026). Financial Structure and Management Practices of Veterinary Clinics in Türkiye: Preliminary Findings. Osmaniye Korkut Ata Üniversitesi Fen Bilimleri Enstitüsü Dergisi, 9(4), 2087-2100. https://doi.org/10.47495/okufbed.1787554
AMA
1.Peker A, Orkan Ş, Özcanoğlu DD, Aslan ND. Financial Structure and Management Practices of Veterinary Clinics in Türkiye: Preliminary Findings. Osmaniye Korkut Ata University Journal of The Institute of Science and Techno. 2026;9(4):2087-2100. doi:10.47495/okufbed.1787554
Chicago
Peker, Arzu, Şükrü Orkan, Deniz Duygu Özcanoğlu, and Naime Dilara Aslan. 2026. “Financial Structure and Management Practices of Veterinary Clinics in Türkiye: Preliminary Findings”. Osmaniye Korkut Ata Üniversitesi Fen Bilimleri Enstitüsü Dergisi 9 (4): 2087-2100. https://doi.org/10.47495/okufbed.1787554.
EndNote
Peker A, Orkan Ş, Özcanoğlu DD, Aslan ND (September 1, 2026) Financial Structure and Management Practices of Veterinary Clinics in Türkiye: Preliminary Findings. Osmaniye Korkut Ata Üniversitesi Fen Bilimleri Enstitüsü Dergisi 9 4 2087–2100.
IEEE
[1]A. Peker, Ş. Orkan, D. D. Özcanoğlu, and N. D. Aslan, “Financial Structure and Management Practices of Veterinary Clinics in Türkiye: Preliminary Findings”, Osmaniye Korkut Ata University Journal of The Institute of Science and Techno, vol. 9, no. 4, pp. 2087–2100, Sept. 2026, doi: 10.47495/okufbed.1787554.
ISNAD
Peker, Arzu - Orkan, Şükrü - Özcanoğlu, Deniz Duygu - Aslan, Naime Dilara. “Financial Structure and Management Practices of Veterinary Clinics in Türkiye: Preliminary Findings”. Osmaniye Korkut Ata Üniversitesi Fen Bilimleri Enstitüsü Dergisi 9/4 (September 1, 2026): 2087-2100. https://doi.org/10.47495/okufbed.1787554.
JAMA
1.Peker A, Orkan Ş, Özcanoğlu DD, Aslan ND. Financial Structure and Management Practices of Veterinary Clinics in Türkiye: Preliminary Findings. Osmaniye Korkut Ata University Journal of The Institute of Science and Techno. 2026;9:2087–2100.
MLA
Peker, Arzu, et al. “Financial Structure and Management Practices of Veterinary Clinics in Türkiye: Preliminary Findings”. Osmaniye Korkut Ata Üniversitesi Fen Bilimleri Enstitüsü Dergisi, vol. 9, no. 4, Sept. 2026, pp. 2087-00, doi:10.47495/okufbed.1787554.
Vancouver
1.Arzu Peker, Şükrü Orkan, Deniz Duygu Özcanoğlu, Naime Dilara Aslan. Financial Structure and Management Practices of Veterinary Clinics in Türkiye: Preliminary Findings. Osmaniye Korkut Ata University Journal of The Institute of Science and Techno. 2026 Sep. 1;9(4):2087-100. doi:10.47495/okufbed.1787554

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