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Product Focus: Diagnostic Imaging - Ultrasound

Wysong Corp.?s line of Archetype Diets?, which are designed to mimic archetypal nutrition, now includes burgers.

The Nimrod snare is useful in capturing elusive animals. The snare consists of a flexible rod covered by a woven nylon rope.

Experts estimate labor costs and benefits rank as top income eaters among the nation's veterinary practices.

Trenton, N.J.-New Jersey veterinary leaders suggest a new classification for owner retort in malpractice and wrongful death claims could stymie the growing animal welfare movement pushing court systems and legislators to view pets as more than property.

Product Focus: Diagnostic Imaging - X-ray Supplies

The SurgView T Xenon Imaging System combines all the features for minimally invasive surgical procedures into a compact and ultra portable package.

Equine veterinarians across the country are seeking answers after the sole proprietor of a software management company committed suicide May 30.

Trenton, N.J.-As New Jersey lawmakers edge closer to passing new health regulations for livestock, activists attempt to derail the adoption of what they call "cruel" standards.

Q. Could you provide a brief review of hemoabdomen and its diagnosis/management in dogs and cats?

DG Medical Corp. has formulated a product designed to eliminate the need for multiple daily supplements for the horse.

The Model PU-ACT is a new temperature compensated (ATC) serum protein/urine refractometer

OakBrook Terrace, Ill.-DeVry Inc. says it completed the acquisition of Ross University, including its School of Veterinary Medicine.

Infinity? Practice Management Software from ImproMed, Inc. has introduced Electronic On-Screen Travel Sheets for use with the Tablet PC.

Oasis Medical has a new line of sterile, disposable surgical gowns.

DVM Newsmagazine recognizes the challenges veterinarians must conquer daily to have their clients comply with their recommendations. We would like to thank Fort Dodge Animal Health for sponsoring this special issue and its commitment to educating veterinarians on issues that directly affect them in practice.

Bayer HealthCare's Animal Health Division kicks off its Bayer Advantage 2003 Pet Parent Program with 75,000 pets registered in the free club.

A concerted outcry of veterinarians, stung by a Consumer Reports (CR) article implying pet owners may be victims of veterinary pricing strategies, has fueled key associations to retaliate with letters to the editors and to the profession.

Canine Vaccine Information

Derungs Medical Lighting, a sister company of Waldmann Lighting Company, introduces the Cosy 20.

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Vet-Sonotron Systems, a medical device manufacturer, recently appointed THM Groups, LLC, exclusive distributor of veterinary technology products for North America.

Euthanasia comes with an emotional and economic price tag.

Spectrum Surgical Instruments introduces a new line of orthopedic pliers made from handcrafted German stainless steel.

The influence that euthanasia-related stress holds on animal shelter employees can jeopardize their well-being on and off the job, according to Charlie Reeve, Ph.D.

Kissimmee, Fla.-A recent ban on Florida's trap-neuter-release programs in favor of more progressive feral cat controls pits public health veterinarians against educators, practitioners and motivated animal lovers in the state.

A new online service called TheVetZone helps veterinarians build their businesses through easy-to-use promotion tools, according to the company.

Feline Vaccination Risk Assessment Checklist for Staff

Securos Veterinary Orthopedic introduces the orthopedic pin punch kit.

Owners aim for more in malpractice, wrongful death cases; guardianship movement steamrolls ahead