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St. Paul, Minn. — The American Association of Swine Veterinarians (AASV) adopted a position statement reaffirming its war on porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome (PRRS) — a disease estimated to cost the industry $560 million annually

ECM introduces Agroscan A14, ultrasound scanner specifically designed for bovine ultrasound scanning.

Topeka, Kan. — Hill's Pet Nutrition Inc. introduces Prescription Diet? d/d? pet foods designed for pets with inflammatory skin conditions beyond those from adverse reactions to food.

Jorgensen Laboratories introduces the Pet Mitt, a brown-colored disposable glove that is 18-inches long and shaped like a mitten.

S&M NuTec LLC introduces Feline Greenies, "the original green smart-treat" for cats.

Blackwell Publishing introduces The Year in Small Animal Medicine, Vol. 1, a survey of a range of small animal publications.

AFP Imaging announces the release of ProImage 6.5, the newest version of its software for the EVA-Vet digital dental sensor.

Bioniche Animal Health introduces Settle?, an immunoreproductive product.

Medical Innovations introduces the Medical Waste Machine system to convert sharps from medical waste to ordinary waste.

Blackwell Publishing introduces Skin Diseases of the Dog and Cat

North America introduces Gallimycin-100 (erythromycin 100 mg/mL).

Spectrum introduces Smith Baxter mouth gags.

If only I had more time." How often have you experienced this thought at the start, during or at the end of a busy day?

Boise, Idaho — Pets Best Pet Insurance introduces an insurance program for bonded pet owners.

Veterinary medicine faces a myriad of challenges in 2006. From an increasingly aggressive animal welfare movement to dwindling state funds for veterinary colleges, the issues impact this profession in multi-faceted ways.

Virbac Animal Health announced that Genesis? Topical Spray is available in a smaller, 8-ounce bottle.

Allpro Imaging introduces ScanX 12DVM, a computed radiography scanner for small animal veterinarians and veterinary dentists.

Summit Industries is offering the InnoVet DXR, a digital X-ray system that has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration.

Vision USA introduces sport bifocal safety glasses available in three sizes.

Show season kicks off in a couple months with the promise that livestock will be hauled to county and state fairs across the country. Combine inexperienced showmen with the commingling of hundreds of animals, and problems are almost destined to materialize. The following discussion highlights a variety of conditions common in livestock exhibited at shows that food animal veterinarians often are called upon to diagnose and treat.

Hartz introduces VMX Pet Vantage Essentials, Speedy Groom Brush with peel-away cloths available for dogs and cats.

RxWorks announces support for Short Message Service (SMS) messaging into its RxWorks practice management software.

The 143rd American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) convention will be held in Honolulu, July 15 through 19. This will be the first time the AVMA has met in Hawaii, and I am pleased.

Surgery may be necessary if the lead particles cannot be removed with other methods.

Orlando, Fla. — In a push to unify the voice of veterinary medicine, the Florida Veterinary Medical Association is encouraging practitioners to enter politics.

The American Kennel Club (AKC) Veterinary Outreach Program announces the launch of the AKC Veterinary Network to provide resources to veterinarians.

Schaumburg, Ill. — American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) leaders approved several positions, recognized diversity and upped convention registration fees starting in 2007 to earn an estimated $86,000 extra.

EPS introduces a Press-In Bottle Adapter that allows for easy dispensing of liquids from stock bottles into oral syringes.

Hill's introduces an updated version of the Hill's Feeding Guide software.

Older owners: a growing market.