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According to the publisher, the sixth edition of Essentials of Veterinary Bacteriology and Mycology provides the latest information on all facets of the microbial pathogens of animals.

Sarstedt introduces the Multivette 600 micro blood collection system for small animals.

This column?is devoted to letters received in response to May's article entitled, "Doing the right thing" on p. 10. First, I'd like to thank my colleagues in both general and specialty practices for their thoughtful responses to this ethical question on when to refer cases. I hope that continued dialogue via this column will help provoke thought and change in a positive direction for our patients. We encourage responses and comments from our readers on this and future articles in this column.Send your comments to Dr. Kipperman, c/o DVM Newsmagazine, 7500 Old Oak Blvd., Cleveland, Ohio 44130-3369; or via e-mail to bkipper98@aol.com. In the next column, scheduled for the October issue, the results of the ethics quiz on referrals, legal status of pets and insurance will be discussed.

Schaumburg, Ill.-The nation's largest Internet/mail-order pet pharmacy claims to have cleaned up its act, but veterinarians allege that despite fines and warnings, PetMed Express's new sales tactics are infuriating and damaging, if not illegal.

Sound Technologies and GE Medical Systems introduce the new TruDigital GE LogiqBook Ultrasound.

Infinity Practice Management Software from ImproMed, Inc., has introduced Electronic On-Screen Travel Sheets for use with the Tablet PC.

The V7144 humidifier comes complete with a 0-15 LPM flowmeter, a humidifier chamber and a mounting apparatus.

Fort Collins, Colo.-A National Animal Health Monitoring System (NAHMS)study has documented that nearly one in two dairy operations has disappeared since 1991, with roughly a 4-5 percent decrease in numbers per year.

Broward County, Fla.-What national news agencies report as a "potential landmark case" concerning a Florida appellate ruling to allow emotional distress claims related to a pet's death is an exaggeration, legal experts say.

Denver- Two animal welfare issues targeted by some of the nation's most dogged activists sent American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) delegates into a tailspin last month, triggering fierce internal debate and safety concerns due to protesters.

Traditionally veterinarians have enjoyed an enduring reputation as the most caring of professions, but many are paying a price personally for that care, experts say.

Veterinarians can choose from a complete line of scenic, patriotic and graphic design calendars.

Spectrum Surgical Instruments announces the design and packaging of the Rabbit Dental Pack, designed for use on all rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, chinchillas, hamsters and gerbils.

Wedgewood Pharmacy offers veterinarians treating Bartonella infections new strengths and dosage forms for azithromycin, rifampin and doxycycline calcium. Azithromycin 50 mg/ml is available in an oral oil suspension or paste.

The Vital Signs Monitor is a portable, multi-parameter vital signs monitor providing the clinician with a variety of monitoring options

Behavior of Dogs and Cats by Drs. Gary Landsberg and Debra Horwitz, is a fully illustrated and indexed text answering questions on dog and cat behavior.

Spectrum Surgical Instruments introduces its newest surgical pack, the Orthopedic Knee Pack.

Natural Animal Feeds? Thrive, an all-natural, montmorillonite clay, is designed to be an effective aid in maintaining correct intestinal equilibrium.

When you are awakened by a doorbell at 1 a.m., it takes a few minutes to get your brain to work.

Medical ID Systems, Inc. is now manufacturing BIPS Large Capsules in clear gelatin casings for easier observation of the large and small spheres in each dose.

The Butler Co. and Virbac introduce HEXtra Bonus Bags, which allow veterinarians to purchase larger quantities of CET dental chews at discounted prices.

Exodus? equine paste with pyrantel pamoate is available for deworming horses and ponies.

Vaportek?s new ?Simple Solutions for Tough Odors? product guide features the company?s range of odor-control products.

Mountain Moms Canine Companion first-aid and travel kit is designed to keep dogs safe and comfortable away from home.

What factors are associated with anorexia? Modification of diets so that they contain reduced quantities of protein, phosphorus, sodium and acid metabolites, and increased quantities of B-vitamins and caloric density is a cornerstone of therapeutic regimes for chronic renal failure (CRF). However, many patients with CRF may refuse to eat some or all of such diets offered to them.

According to the manufacturer, the VET-Sonotron is a unique, non-invasive therapeutic device designed to treat pain and joint problems in both large and small animals, including horses, dogs and cats. It has particular benefit for breeds that are prone to hip dysplasia.

Vitality Systems introduces an enteric-coated liver support supplement for dogs and cats, formulated to improve liver metabolic activity and restore proper liver function, the company says.

Though describing a very active house pet, this case represents one possible approach to treating a common condition in many sporting dog breeds, bicipital tendonitis. This case will describe a conservative pre-operative approach to treatment of bicipital tendonitis. In addition, post-operative rehabilitation after biceps tendon release surgery will be discussed.