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PetAg introduces Formula V EnteralCare, a ready-to-feed liquid diet for critically ill, injured and recovering animals.

As you know, medicine is only half the equation in your workday life. To practice good medicine, you must also practice good management--and both require a team effort.

Ultrasource introduces SonoSite Titan, a hand-held mobile ultrasound system that combines high performance and portability with a lightweight, durable package, the company says.

In this article, I describe the grape-raisin syndrome in dogs and review the basic steps in treating the most life-threatening aspect of this toxicosis?acute renal failure.

Now that soap is scarce, making your own in profitable.

I was thrilled when the FDA cracked down on supplements containing ephedra last year, the first such action against a supplement. Although the recent overturning of the ban in Utah by a federal court is disappointing, I still hope the FDA's decision will pave the way for an industry gone amuck.

All Pro imaging introduces Scan X 12EV, a digital imaging system for equine veterinarians.

Products Group International introduces the Honda 1500 V, a portable transducer for the veterinary hospital.

In 1999, retired Rear Adm. Blackwell made history as the first veterinarian to be appointed chief of staff for the Office of the Surgeon General. His professional accomplishments, which span private practice, public health, and education, exemplify the varied and vital roles of veterinarians in society. He now serves as dean of the University of Tennessee's College of Veterinary Medicine.

Ramsey introduces PetMAP?, which is pocket-sized and designed with enhanced sensitivity for use in companion animals.

True ice packs are easy to find, but because they are a block of ice, they are not pliable.

Feed gulping dogs out of ice cube trays.

When drawing blood, we draw enough for a wellness panel.

Imex introduces a 6.0 mm spiked bone washer that is designed to be effective on small patients.

The answer is often colored by preconceived notions, according to a study published in the American Journal of Nursing. When adverse events fall in the realm of nursing they're likely to be reported as errors. When they're associated with physicians, they're apt to be viewed as differences in "clinical judgement" or a "variation in practice."

Dr. Pedersen set out to add to our knowledge of feline virology. He succeeded. Among other notable accomplishments, he co-discovered the feline immunodeficiency virus in 1986. Today, he is the director of the Center for Companion Animal Health and the Veterinary Genetics Laboratory at the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine.

LAS VEGAS — The number of paid veterinarians rose 21 percent at this year's Western Veterinary Conference (WVC). The 77th-annual event grew for the fourth-consecutive year as more than 14,000 attendees convened on the Mandalay Bay Convention Center to take in more than 900 hours of lectures, symposia and wet labs. About 7,050 veterinarians, 1,850 technicians, 800 administrators and 2,850 exhibitors from more than 450 companies were present.

Spectrum introduces instrument roll tape to provide a fast, easy and affordable way to color-code instruments.

Iams? introduces a new Smart Puppy? formula that enhances levels of docosahexaeonic acid (DHA) and was developed based on research that shows puppies that ate food with enhanced DHA are more trainable, the company says.

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

Impromed introduces a USB-powered Mini Hard Drive that allows veterinarians to backup their Infinity data in a few minutes.

Ultrasource introduces the Philips HD11.

Game Ready Equine introduces dry cold therapy and compression application.

Apexx Equipment announces a space-saving device that makes IV administration less cumbersome, according to the company.

Sacramento, Calif.—Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger shelved his reorganization plan to eliminate 88 independent regulatory agencies, including the California Veterinary Medical Board (CVMB).

Washington — The federal government is hiring, and veterinarians rank as the most sought after by Uncle Sam.

Blackwell Publishing introduces "BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Neurology 3rd Edition."

Blackwell Publishing introduces "Physiology and Behaviour of Animal Suffering," part of the UFAW/Blackwell Animal Welfare Series.