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Davis introduces Davis Safe and Clean?, an all-purpose cleaner.

Washington — Veterinary and industry officials want the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to clarify an agency leader's negative remark aimed at the use of quantitative risk assessment to ascertain antibiotic drug safety.

Vetgate USA introduces the company's Pet ID Card.

Veterinary Sales and Service introduces a new line of veterinary standoffs engineered to be durable and designed to fit several ultrasound probes.

Jorgensen Laboratories Inc. introduces the Parson's Equine Leg Brace to help immobilize the fetlock and pastern joints of the equine front limb.

Jorgensen Laboratories introduces TonoVet? tonometer.

A limb-sparing technique to treat osteosarcoma is just one of many contributions this oncologist, inspired by his patients, has given both veterinary and human medicine. "Cancer patients face their disease with dignity and grace and put their faith in our hands."

Leica Microsystems introduces the DM13000 B digital inverted research microscope and the DMI4000 B, which allows micromanipulation to advance live cell fluorescence imaging.

Andis introduces the D-4 Rechargeable Horse Trimmer that is quiet and heavy duty.

Maitake Products Inc. introduces PETfraction?, an active beta-glucan product extracted from the maitake mushroom that is said to boost immune-system function.

Spot-Check introduces VetCompass.net, a rapid deployment of digital imaging systems for use in veterinary practices.

Miltex Inc. introduces Monsel's and Lugol's iodine solutions, ideal for colposcopy, LEEP/LLETZ, laser and cervical biopsy applications and are packaged in ready-to-use kits containing a dozen 8-ml bottles and swab applicators.

Camfil Farr introduces the Durafil? 2V, V-bank air filter that combines energy savings and economy with an all-plastic holding frame.

Agri-Pro Enterprises of Iowa introduces PupLight, a collar-attachable light that guides the way for owners and dogs.

IDEXX Laboratories introduces the Archos Digital Video Recorder, for easy capture and submission of ultrasound videos and still images to IDEXX Telemedicine specialists regardless of the ultrasound software package in use.

Intervet introduces Continuum DAP, the first and only canine vaccine approved by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) for a three-year duration of immunity against distemper, adeno virus and parvovirus.

Minneapolis — A study confirms the shortage of food animal veterinarians in the United States and offers future estimates on the depth of such deficiencies.

Hill's introduces Prescription Diet? j/d, a pet food clinically proven to reduce pain and improve mobility in dogs with osteoarthritis.

Westbrook, Maine — IDEXX Laboratories introduces an improved Cornerstone 6.2 practice management system.

Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica Inc. received approval from the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) for simultaneous use of the Enterisol? Ileitis FF, Enterisol? SC-54FF and Ingelvac? ERY-ALC.

Progeny Inc. introduces VetVision Mobile, a mobile dental system for veterinary practitioners.

DermaPet introduces KlearWax Otic, a foaming ear cleaner for companion animals.

Earigant? Pet Ear Cleaner is a liquid precleaner and deodorizer for infected ears.

Indications for electrocardiography include arrhythmias heard on auscultation, breathing problems, shock, fainting or seizures, cardiac murmurs, and systemic disease that affects the heart (e.g. tumors, kidney dysfunction, heartworm disease).

Spectrum introduces microgrind scissors with a knife-like cutting blade and a serrated blade, making the scissors the sharpest the company has to offer.

Pfizer introduces Spectramast LC (ceftiofur hydrochloride), an intramammary infusion indicated for the treatment of mastitis caused by Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria.

Bitebuster? introduces extreme gauntlet, protective gloves made from Kevlar? and nitrile rubber.

Animal Nutrition Technologies introduces 23 veterinary formulated nutraceutical support formulas.