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ECM introduces Agroscan scanners to detect pregnancy as early as possible, the company says.

Vitality Systems introduces Oral Dental Rinse exclusively to veterinarians.

Kansas City, Mo. — The American Association of Veterinary State Boards (AAVSB) now owns the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE), bought last month from New York-based Professional Examination Service.

AHC Products Inc. introduces AniPrin LQ, a liquid aspirin for livestock.

K9 Top Coat introduces a four-way stretch Lycra bodysuit for dogs.

Pampered Pet Shampoo Mousse can be applied to most companion animals without using water.

Jorgensen introduces feeding needles with a luerlock hub, stainless steel tube and a nickel-plated silver ball on the end for atraumatic and safe use.

Nestle Purina introduces Pro Plan's line of cat food that contains protein levels at 40 percent or higher, the highest level of protein available in any dry cat food brand, the company says.

Andis Company introduces 3/4-in. and 5/8-in. ceramic blades.

Bellingham, Wash. — A successful stem-cell transplant was performed on a Golden Retriever with T-cell lymphoma, a milestone that has spurred hopes of making the procedure customary on a national level.

Vedco introduces the first FDA-approved generic carprofen caplets to the veterinary profession. Novox caplets relieve pain associated with osteoarthritis in dogs.

Nutro Products introduces Natural Choice Large Breed Lamb Meal and Rice dog food to meet the nutritional needs of large-breed dogs.

St. Joseph, Mo. — Mobile Data Software and AFP Imaging announced an agreement to develop software to fully integrate AFP's radiographic images into MDS's patient medical records.

"Hey, aren't you that guy on Animal Planet?"

Merck & Co. Inc. and Merial Limited introduce the Ninth Edition of the Merck Veterinary Manual.

Products Group International introduces biopsy needles that can be used with one hand, are automatic and disposable.

Cleveland — Age, experience, business orientation and practice maturity might explain why income disparities exist between the profession's men and women.

Airsonett introduces the Airshower air purifier.

Intervet's Vetsulin (porcine insulin zinc suspension) is the first and only insulin approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to manage canine diabetes.

We make special kits for owners whose pets have had surgery and require additional bandaging, so the owners can re-bandage pets at home.

When you are on the floor holding an animal, it is helpful to put a foam garden pad under your knees to reduce the impact on them.

When male cats require urinary catheterization, we use surgical staples to keep the catheter in place rather than sutures.

Our anesthesia authorization form used to only have the traditional "Accept" and "Decline" check boxes beside the preanesthetic blood profile and IV catheter and fluids services.

Have owners attach their pets' identification tags to their pets' collars with zip ties.

Parents who expect their children to take care of the family pets often find out that the pets are being fed several times a day or are missing meals at the hands of children who are not yet capable of these responsibilities.

Her head went down, and snot started flying.

Elanco received approval from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to expand the range of use of Rumensin? (monensin sodium) in dry feed supplements for dairy cows.

There are multiple reasons to consider referring a patient to a veterinary dental specialist. Factors to consider when deciding on when to recommend a referral include the patient's problem, the primary veterinarian's level of expertise, available equipment, and the individual client and their expectations regarding patient care.