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Demmco introduces a new micro-rigid endoscope designed for exotic animals.

Blackwell Publishing introduces "Notes on Cardiorespiratory Diseases of the Dog and Cat."

Banfield, The Pet Hospital? introduces its patented Anesthesia Safety Pressure Relief Valve.

Aycock has lived his entire life in Bell County, Texas, where he was born in 1946. He attended Texas A&M University, where he received his doctorate in veterinary medicine in 1970 and was a captain in the U.S. Army ('70-'72). Aycock is married with two children.

EPS introduces the cold-safe locking refrigerator storage box.

Animal Care Technologies introduces VSurv, a fully automated, Web-based client survey tool that allows veterinarians to electronically obtain feedback from clients.

PetFirst Healthcare revamped its existing pet insurance programs and is introducing new, easier-to-understand options.

Vision USA introduces Max Vision Loupes, which are available as a frame-mounted system or as a clip-on system.

Securos introduces a compression plate that allows the surgeon to use locking screws, compression screws or both at any location.

Blackwell Publishing introduces "Canine and Feline Geriatric Oncology:

Before a baby arrives, expectant parents should prepare their pets for the new family member and furnishings.

Securos introduces OrthoFiber No. 5 with a surgical Crimp Clamp.

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Jorgensen Laboratories announces a partnership with Chattanooga Group, a human physical therapy equipment company.

BOISE, IDAHO - Pets Best Insurance offers a multi-year lock-in rate option to make pet insurance affordable for families during the active years of their pets' lives.

DBI America introduces the Maxisonic II, an integrated system containing combination scaler/motor.

Vets Plus, Inc. and Bomac Animal Health Inc. formed a new alliance.

Blackwell Publishing introduces "Blackwell's Five-Minute Veterinary Practice Management Consult,"a comprehensive reference on everything management related, the company says.

GREENSBORO, N.C. - Novartis introduces Monocryl Plus Antibacterial (poliglecaprone 25) Monofilament Suture for high-risk patients or surgical procedures where the presence of bacteria is a concern.

EasyTrac-ID introduces the Companion Animal Passport that maintains a 10-year health record for pets.

Veterinary Diagnostics Institute Inc. (VDxI) announces the launch of Canine CardioCare, the first canine-specific N-terminal brain natriuretic peptide (NT-proBNP) blood test to detect heart disease in dogs.

Running for his second-term as Georgia governor, Sonny Perdue, DVM, announced he would eliminate state income tax for seniors.

Doc's Duds introduces the Betty and Wayne antimicrobial laboratory coats.

Schaumburg, Ill. - Dr. Richard Meadows received the Leo K. Bustad Companion Animal Veterinarian of the Year Award.

Jorgensen Laboratories, Inc. and the Richard Wolf company of Germany joined together to offer a wide range of endoscopy equipment for the veterinary market.

Philadelphia - In the wake of a recent study concluding 70 percent of 9,500 ground-zero workers suffer extensive health problems, two veterinary scientists note first-responder dogs had no related illnesses.

More veterinarians are serving in public office than 30 years ago, experts say. So much so, a new position was created at the American Veterinary Medical Association in March 2005 to accommodate the growing trend-assistant director of state legislation and regulatory affairs, held by Adrian Hochstadt.

Smart Pak Canine introduces Smart Pak, a customized food plan for dogs.