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LogicRad Inc. announces the acquisition of Mast Technology's Radiograph Digital Converter (RDC).

Pens were disappearing from our front desk at an alarming rate, so my receptionist attached bright silk flowers to the end of all the pens with florist tape.

Iams? introduces Tartar Treats? for dogs.

Ames, Iowa - Despite a close vote by Iowa faculty members, Iowa State University (ISU) is proceeding with a University of Nebraska – Lincoln (UNL) deal that will allow Nebraska residents to enroll at ISU at in-state rates.

Hepatobiliary disease is a common cause of morbidity and mortality in small-animal practice. Several factors, however, complicate the clinical detection of liver disease.

MSR Inc. introduces QuietKennel?, noise abatement panels for animal-care facilities.

It happened in a little-known place called the Elwood Ivins Steel Tube Mill in Horsham, Pa. The year was 1968.

Pet Innovations introduces Cat Genie, a self-flushing, self-washing cat litter box.

Please review inappropriate urination/cystitis in cats.

Neko Feeder introduces a cat feeder that allows a cat of normal weight full access to food.

Litter Maid introduces a self-cleaning litter box with sensor-activated ionic air cleaner that detects when a cat has left the litter box.

NuTopicals, L.L.C. introduces its new Heal-A-Pet? product line.

Sacramento, Calif. - Corporate veterinary medicine has walked away from a legislative bid to ease California's license requirements - for now.

On March 1, 2006, the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) released the second iteration of the Canine Vaccine Guidelines, which includes a number of important updates and additions to the initial version published just three years ago.

Mandatory abuse reporting could sever clients and also the ability to continue contact with the owner.

Elsevier announces Equine Neonatal Medicine, a 300-page hardcover written by Dr. Mary Rose Paradis, associate professor at Tufts University's Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine.

When my husband and I practiced large-animal medicine, odors from patients sometimes lingered in our ambulatory truck.

When performing feline castrations, I use a neuter shield to help prevent stray hair from getting attached to the cord.

While flying, jot down several of your useful ideas.

Red rubber urethral catheters can be difficult to place in female dogs since the catheters are not as rigid as polypropylene catheters.

As a newly graduated veterinarian, you have amassed scientific and technical knowledge to diagnose and treat your patients in an exemplary manner. However, it will be fruitless if you are unable to communicate with others involved in your efforts. That means trying to find a common language, common experiences and common attitudes. The goal of effective communication is to truly connect with others, finding shared ground for discussion, problem-solving creativity and the transfer of information.

College Station, Texas - New associates can offer better care if they offer clients comprehensive treatment options and follow-up on the adherence of accepted recommendations.

When it comes to a veterinary student's first job, anxiety comes standard. Speculation about life following graduation is also a given.

National Report - Veterinary students need to factor educational increases into long-term financial plans. Rising tuition costs usually mean decreased spending limits and increased debt load, experts say.

A relief career takes you from place to place, giving you the opportunity to experience practice in a different way. Yet this lifestyle isn't for everyone. Find out what skills and strategies will make this a successful career path for you.

DermaPet introduces MalAcetic EQ Shampoo, a medicated shampoo that can be used as a degreaser and in assisting treatment of most microbial infections including Dermatophilus, scratches and ringworm using patented 2 percent acetic and 2 percent boric acids.

Wysong Corp. introduces Addlife?, a concentrated natural food source of active enzymes, probiotic cultures, amino acids, vitamins, fatty acids, antioxidants and more.

Agri-Pro introduces NewTrix Easyway? training collar featuring a patented pulley mechanism that triggers a natural response to lean back to make loose-leash walking almost automatic, the company says.