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Current research shows that free radicals can both trigger and accelerate the disruption of the circulation of laminae, causing severe lameness and ultimately rotation of the pedal bone in horses and ponies.

Diarsanyl? is labeled for cats, dogs, foals and calves.

Prosecutors attempt to pin Dr. Robert L. Rooks on nine charges carrying up to $45,000 in fines; DVM's license at risk

Q: Please provide a brief review of the clinical management of atrial fibrillation in older dogs and cats.

You have graduated; you have passed the boards, and you have finally found a practice that is a great fit. The owner is very excited about having you start your career at the practice too. Now, you must walk through the door of that practice, and make your first impression as a "new" team member.

The decision to market your services is a personal one and needs to be planned.

Addison Biological Laboratory, Inc. announces the launch of a new, internationally patented companion animal ear care formula, Maxi/Guard Zn 4.5 Otic.

Intervet introduces Liberty(tm), an equine insecticide available exclusively through veterinarians.

Washington­Partly in response to questions and concerns raised by America's cattle producers through the National Cattlemen's Beef Association (NCBA), the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) says it will conduct "listening and educational sessions" on country of origin labeling in key cattle-producing states.

Grassroots effort to outlaw cat declaws takes hold at state level; CVMA speaks out against legislation, its affect on ownership

Madison, Wis. - While controversy on the frequency of vaccine administration continues to stir debate among veterinarians, a taskforce from the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) has rolled out new canine vaccine recommendations.

Plagued by a sluggish economy and rising costs, state lawmakers charged with plugging nearly $26 billion in nationwide debt are desperate for new revenue. And for some, taxing professional services including veterinary care could freeze the financial meltdown.

When Dr. Peter Eyre graduated from veterinary college in 1960, three of his classmates were female.

ForceOut? Odor Eliminator from Adventus Products gets rid of unwanted smells.

"Introduction to Veterinary Genetics" introduces and summarizes host genetics and current genetic methodology for all domesticated species

Veterinary Products Laboratories introduces Duralactin?, a milk-based product to treat chronic inflammation in dogs in the form of a chewable tablet.

Schaumburg, Ill.-Equine veterinarians will soon have access to online financial tools developed by The National Commission on Veterinary Economic Issues (NCVEI), thanks to an association grant.

Little Falls, N.J.-The Veterinary Referral Center here is successfully treating hyperthyroidism in cats, thanks to new radioiodine therapy capabilities.

Phoenix-The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) reorganized its 70th annual meeting, March 22-26.

If pet owners are really concerned about West Nile Virus, keep pets inside away from mosquitoes during prime mosquito feeding hours, says Dr. Richard Bowen, professor in the department of biomedical sciences at Colorado State University.

Washington-If government has its way, consumers may be forced to forego flying the pet-friendly skies.

Seven of your clients' horses are being fed the same grain diet, being pastured on the same grass field and being exercised the same way. Yet only one of them experiences an episode of laminitis. Why?

Natural Animal Feeds USA introduces Hoof Moist

Okemos, Mich.-Stemming from a veterinarian's successful grassroots crusade to back a client's campaign for state attorney general, the Michigan Veterinary Medical Association has spawned a legislative network.

Cleveland-About 30 cats and five dogs at the Cleveland Animal Protective League (APL) are dead following a devastating outbreak of parvovirus in early February.

Focus It, LLC offers the PiezoVet? 100

Boston, Mass.-Larry M. Hawk, DVM, was just named president and CEO of the Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (MSPCA).

Philadelphia-The University of Pennsylvania reached an agreement with Synbiotics that transfers the PennHip license back to the university.

Veterinary Products Laboratories introduces two synthetic pheromone formulas for cats and dogs.

San Antonio-The National Cattlemen's Beef Association (NCBA) says it is taking action to further reduce E. coli O157:H7 in beef production.