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Yuk-2e Anti-Lick Gel is now available in point-of-purchase display boxes that will hold nine blister cards containing 0.5-ounce tubes of Yuk-2e.

Two new-generation monovalent swine influenza vaccines - MaxiVac(r) H1N1 and MaxiVac(r) H3N2 - have been launched by Schering-Plough Animal Health Corp.

Fort Collins, Colo.-A recent study of more than 3,000 veterinary staff-owned dogs from more than 350 veterinary clinics across the United States found evidence of early kidney damage in approximately one out of every four dogs.

Editor's Note:Physical therapy and rehabilitation training techniques for dogs is the topic of a new column making its debut this month. DVM Newsmagazine and the American Canine Sports Medicine Association have developed this series to offer practical information for veterinarians when providing rehabilitation services for patients.

Washington-It's a loan repayment program with a catch.

Oxford Science, Inc. releases a three-part differential veterinary hematology analyzer, the Incyte?.

Fort Collins, Colo.-The National Animal Health Monitoring System (NAHMS) just released a new report that says vaccinating swine to prevent disease is a common management practice among U.S. swine producers.

Fort Collins, Colo.-While the beef industry has made significant inroads in reducing injection site lesions in beef carcasses, veterinarians need to work to educate dairy producers on similar changes to injection practices.

Pampered porker Prudence shows excellent form in sprint competition

Industry applauds the effort invested in the American Animal Hospital Association's (AAHA) canine vaccine guidelines, but critics question the execution and data to support the recommendations.

Bright Packaging Products introduces its new line of stock measuring scoops and cups dispensers for pet powdered and liquid products.

Notes on Canine Internal Medicine, Third Edition, by Ed J. Hall and Kathryn Murphy, will be available in December.

JorVet introduces a new stethoscope for the veterinary market.

North Grafton, Mass.-Tufts University officials have succeeded in restoring $3.6 million in funds from the state of Massachusetts to the university's veterinary school following negotiations with the governor in early March.

ImproMed's new Infinity(r) practice management software combines versatile clinical support, scheduling and administrative functions into a single, easy-to-use practice management system, tailored to the needs of individual practices.

Oasis Medical introduces LiquiVet Tissue Adhesive and LiquiVet Rapid Tissue Adhesive.

Coastside Bio Resources announces the release of DermaSea? Oral, a nutritional supplement for canine and feline coat and skin.

The BSAVA Manual of Small Animal Ophthalmology, Second Edition, by Simon Peterson-Jones and Shiela Crispin, builds on the first edition.

Washington-The Foundation for Biomedical Research (FBR) has launched a public education campaign to promote the role research plays in advancing animal health.

Anatomy and Physiology for Veterinary Nurses by Jill Peterson will be released in October.

EVA-Vet is a digital dental imaging radiology system that produces high resolution and diagnostic quality images.

"Veterinary Nursing of Exotic Pets," by Simon Girling, provides the principles and applications of nursing exotic species seen in both general and specialty practices.

Harrisburg, Pa.-The state Supreme Court of Pennsylvania has changed its rules on professional liability lawsuits that may ultimately reduce the number of malpractice suits filed in the state.

Canine hyperadrenocorticism (HAC) is a common condition seen most frequently in middle aged to older dogs. The clinical signs and physical examination findings characteristic for the condition include polyuria, polydipsia, polyphagia, abdominal distension, hepatomegaly and dermatologic changes such as bilaterally symmetrical alopecia. Affected dogs are prone to develop complications from the hypercortisolemia such as pyoderma, urinary tract infections, diabetes mellitus, proteinuric renal disease, and pulmonary thromboembolism.

Yuk-2e Anti-Lick Gel is now available in point-of-purchase display boxes that will hold nine blister cards containing 0.5-ounce tubes of Yuk-2e.

New Holstein and high-components breeds sire directories are available for dairy producers as they update mating programs for their herds.

The Practice of Evidence-Based Veterinary Medicine explains what evidence-based medicine is; details the methodologies involved and shows how this system can be applied to veterinary practice.

Sacramento, Calif.-As the California State Board of Pharmacy argues a legal loophole freeing the agency from controlling the dispensing of veterinary drugs, state veterinary leaders say pending legislation should tie the knot.

Deramaxx(tm) chewable tablets for dogs has a new label claim for the control of pain and inflammation associated with canine osteoarthritis (OA).