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Union City, Calif. —ABAXIS Inc. announces the release of VetScan? VS2, an in-clinic veterinary diagnostic chemistry electrolyte and immunoassay instrument.

The Zoological Education Network introduces AVIx, a line of natural avian products for veterinarian distribution to clients.

Spectrum introduces a starter pin pack that includes a complete set of intramuscular (IM) wires and K-wires with an autoclavable pin bag.

FridgeFreeze introduces a portable 110-volt vaccine/medical refrigerator.

Schaumburg, Ill. — The National Commission on Veterinary Economic Issues (NCVEI) plans to tackle income disparities between male and female veterinarians.

Medit Inc. introduces the multipurpose Oto-Endoscope.

Lifelearn announces the re-engineered WebDVM? its veterinary practice Web site development hosting and maintenance system.

Seattle — The American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) is planning to study the viability of regional continuing education.

Blackwell Publishing introduces the BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Gastroenterology, Second Edition.

Half Halt Press introduces Beyond the Rainbow Bridge

Marietta, Ga. — Spot-Check introduces the new K laser 6D, a painless, safe and effective biostimulation device.

Kenilworth, N.J. — Homeagain and the Homeagain Pet Recovery Service introduces a scanner used to detect microchips in companion animals throughout the United States.

Las Vegas — The Western Veterinary Conference (WVC) says it anticipates attendance to top 8,500 at its annual meeting here.

National Report — Double-digit hikes in healthcare premiums, volatile fuel prices and swelling inflationary pressures are just a few of factors forcing practices to take a close look at raising fees.

The Riro Co. introduces the granite mini-monument.

Shawnee, Kan. — In an effort to further differentiate its Advantage product line from over-the-counter and international products, Bayer Animal Health launched redesigned packaging.

Q. Please review urinary incontinence in dogs.

EPS announces new sizes of resealable and nultraviolet UV inhibitant bags.

Find ways to stay passionate about your career, says this professor, author, and researcher. "The enthusiasm veterinary students express when they complete a surgical procedure has helped keep me enthused over the years."

AgriLabs introduces a new mycoplasma mastitis risk-assessment tool that veterinarians can use when advising their dairy-producer clients.

There's still something very James Herriot-like about jumping in your truck and visiting farms every day," he says with palpable satisfaction. The analogy isn't too far off. Dr. Peter Ostrum relishes the lifestyle as much as the medicine, and he thrives on the bonds he creates with his clients and the close-knit community he serves.

Edgewood Industries introduces the LifeForce warmer, warming pads for surgical and recovery applications.

IDEXX Laboratories announces enhanced 24/7 customer service.

Medical Innovations Inc. introduces the Silver Recovery X-ray Fixer Machine.

College Station, Texas — The second-ever attempt to perform cardiac catheterization on a dog was successful at Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences.

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.