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St. Paul, Minn. - As MIT's Broad Institute closes in on successfully mapping the estimated 300 billion base pairs that make up the equine genome this fall, the Morris Animal Foundation announces a $2.5-million grant to help fund the Equine Consortium for Genetic Research.

Wild Kitty Cat Food introduces a cat treat made for holiday gift giving.

Spectrum introduces cleaning products for soaking instuments, inhibiting rust and sterilization.

RMCards.com introduces direct mailing full-color reminders to clients from veterinary offices.

Pet Health Solutions? introduces Joint MAX? Triple Strength, available in chewable tablets, soft chews and granules.

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.

With a country at war in Iraq and increasingly hostile economic times at home, the political fervor over this nation's top issues will be on voters' minds Nov. 7. Sixteen DVMs vie for office.

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.

AFP Imaging introduces two portable X-ray systems, the Image Vet 9015HF and Image Vet 135HF.

Washington - The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) wants to amend regulations regarding the National Veterinary Accreditation Program (NVAP) to establish new categories, add training and renewal requirements and offer accreditation specializations.

Blackwell Publishing introduces "Canine and Feline Geriatric Oncology:

Washington - While compounding proponents claim victory to a recent district court decision, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is weighing its options.

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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Washington-The American Horse Slaughter Prevention Act, overwhelmingly passed by the House of Representatives on Sept. 7, now moves to the Senate-meaning it will be 2007 before that body acts on it.

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.