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Spectrum Surgical Instruments introduces the most comprehensive small animal orthopedic pack, the company says.

Q. Are you using ultrasound for both dairy and beef cattle? A. This area of the country is mostly dairy, but I also work for one excellent registered Angus herd. Dairy clients tend to be most interested in identifying open cows as soon as possible and finding out if pregnant cows are carrying twins.

Pomona, Calif.-Western University of Health Sciences (WesternU) opens its doors this fall not only as the nation's newest veterinary college, but as the only program boasting a 15 percent male class.

Parasites of the genus Babesia are hemoprotozoan organisms that can infect red blood cells of vertebrate hosts. Although more than 100 species of Babesia have been identified, only two have been reported to infect dogs: Babesia canis and Babesia gibsoni.

Lyme disease caused by Borrelia burgdorferi sensu stricto is endemic in many areas of the United States, including the Northeast, upper Midwest and northern West Coast (Figure 1).

Pedigree Perfection offers for pets its Americana line

Jorgensen Laboratories, Inc. introduces two sets of sundry jars for the veterinary exam room.

Natural Animal Feeds-USA markets a complementary feed specially formulated to help the horse prone to skin allergies and related conditions.

Southeast Vetlab, Inc. brings together brightfield and phase contrast optics to create a competitively priced all-in-one microscope called the PhasePro?, the company says.

San Francisco-As the San Francisco Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) expands with a $15 million specialty referral center set to open late next year, local practitioners fear the nonprofit's tax-exempt status and fundraising perks will choke area small business.

Nestle Purina Petcare introduces DM Diabetes Management? brand Feline Formula in a new 12-pound bag, offering savings for clinic and greater convenience for clients, the company says.

Alliance Scale, Inc. introduces a wash-down bench scale that provides legal-for-trade resolution and features all stainless steel construction with a sealed membrane keypad.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved additional label claims for Eqvalan? (ivermectin), adding species and stages of small strongyles to the list of parasites controlled by the equine dewormer.

Med-Vet International introduces LiquiVet Tissue Adhesive and LiquiVet Rapid Tissue Adhesive from Oasis Medical.

Goal: To understand why fewer students are opting for food animal practice

We've created this laboratory test tracking form so that if a veterinarian is out, we can see with a quick glance what blood work has been sent out and if we have received the results. The form goes in the folder with all the pink slips from lab work. --Dr. Kim Kuehl Prairie du Chien, Wis.

As my receptionist handed me the cat's medical record, I was immediately impressed with the size of it. Clearly, it was one of the thickest files ever compiled at my clinic.

Pensacola, Fla.- PRN Pharmacal is urging the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to fully approve phenylpropanolamine (PPA) as a new animal drug and pledges $2 million to study it for exclusive label rights - a move that's caught the attention of at least one manufacturing competitor.

Austin, Texas-A proposed bill in Texas, in accord with federal law, would legalize the slaughter of horses and sale of horsemeat outside the United States.

Estimates indicate there are approximately 73 million owned cats in the United States with 30 percent of American households having at least one. Cats are host to a variety of parasites, including several that are zoonotic.

Bio-Nutrition Laboratories introduces PentaFlex HA, an oral supplement designed to enhance equine joint health.

DVM Newsmagazine presents the second issue of DVM Best Practices on Feline Medicine. This year, we've asked our team of feline experts to focus on zoonotic diseases that affect cats as well as their owners.

Parasite control in kittens requires knowledge of the pathogens involved and the capabilities of the different products for controlling the parasites of interest.

Merial, makers of Frontline and Heartgard brand products, introduces new and improved puppy and kitten kits aimed at educating pet owners on maintaining the overall health of their pets.

Products Group International, Inc. presents a CD-ROM to teach novice ultrasonographers how to locate organs and interpret images.

Spectrum Surgical Instruments offers the Schioetz Tonometer designed for testing intraocular eye pressure and glaucoma screenings.

DVM Pharmaceuticals introduces T8 Solution Ear Rinse, a ready-to-use Tris buffering system in an alkaline, water-based formulation.

Veterinarians are busy individuals who multi-task with fervor. How else can we accomplish all that we must during the normal workday? We have to play the role of internist, pharmacist, radiologist, dentist, animal behaviorist, practice manager, human relations expert, environmental protection engineer, chief financial officer and employee/client counselor all rolled into one.

Thanks to a maturing and affluent society, veterinarians can expect a "phenomenally positive" and prosperous future, a futurist told the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) delegation at the 70th annual convention.

Securos Veterinary Instruments introduces an aiming guide that can be used for pin placement, screw placement and drilling for numerous surgical procedures.