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LAS VEGAS-American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) officials have committed $750,000 to lease a temporary site for candidates taking the final step of the Educational Commission for Foreign Veterinary Graduates (ECFVG) process, which assesses the knowledge and aptitude of foreign graduates pursuing licensure in the United States.

Mosquito Halt? repellent spray for horses repels and kills mosquitoes and provides a quick knockdown and residual control against mosquitoes, the company says.

Lifelearn Inc. offers illustrated client handouts on supplements and alternative medicines, available on CD-ROM.

Jorgensen Laboratories Inc. introduces Oxy Cage.

For clients who feel they haven't seen a real doctor until a man walks into the room, Dr. Linda Randall has a message: Go elsewhere.

Merial entered the cattle implant market with the introduction of Duralease? (estradiol benzoate), the first of its kind implant that uses liquid suspension technology.

Serene Feed-Through Fly Control uses an insect growth regulator as its active ingredient.

NEW YORK - Pfizer Animal Health received approval from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for Simplecef? (cefpodoxime proxetil) tablets, the only oral cephalosporin approved to treat canine skin infections (wounds and abscesses) with the ease of once-daily dosing.

Advanced Monitors Corp. introduces a new model Vet-Temp Instant Ear Thermometer for Pets.

Veterinary Metrics provides a wellness program that includes personalized reminder mailings for wellness services, products and seasonal programs such as dental and senior care.

EAST LANSING, MICH.-Veterinary college faculty are more comfortable with production methods for sheep and cattle than those used in poultry and swine management.

Our practice clientele includes several Chihuahua and Maltese breeders as well as those specializing in other toy breeds.

CLEVELAND-Almost half of women associates surveyed cite an interest in practice ownership/partnership despite speculative fear that the next generation will avoid the management headaches.

Crosstex International introduces EcoTru? Professional, a nanoemulsion hospital-grade disinfectant and cleaner that effectively kills Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, HIV and TB in five minutes, the company says.

Andis has added the AGC2 Super 2-Speed Clipper to its Endurance line of grooming products for horses.

Iowa State Press introduces Veterinary Microbiology, Second Edition by Drs. Dwight C. Hirsh, N. James MacLachlan.

It is inevitable that the United States will eventually have socialized medicine, as many other industrialized capitalist nations already have.

Vita Flex and Veterinary Product Laboratories have created a partnership to provide veterinarians with increases access to the Vita-Flex line through four of its national veterinary distributors.

POMPANO BEACH, FLA.-Three class action securities lawsuits filed against PetMed Express and its top executives allege company officials deceived investors by failing to disclose longtime veterinarian dissension, which purportedly impacted the company's performance.

Spectrum Surgical Instruments is pleased to introduce a new specialty scissor for the cast room.

ST. LOUIS, MO.-Nestle Purina PetCare introduces Joint Mobility brand Canine Formula as part of its Purina Veterinary Diets?.

Vitality Systems introduces hypoallergenic EFA shampoo for dogs and cats.

DAYTON, OHIO-Iams has increased the nutrient levels of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) in key formulas after its research determined that higher levels actually helped make puppies more trainable.

Dr. Nancy Katz says she's never been to a job interview where the practice owner didn't ask, usually in a roundabout way, whether or not she planned to have kids.

Spontaneous rupture occurs from wrong or overzealous attempts to restore patency.

AntelBio says that ELISA testing for bovine leukosis virus (BLV) in serum and milk is available.

VetLife received Food and Drug Administration approval for Component TE-IS and IH with Tylan to the cattle market.

Merial announces new enhancements to the packaging for Corid? (amprolium) 9.6 percent solution, including a new plastic cap and tamper-proof seal for bovine.

Nutro Products Inc. recently published a comprehensive feeding and nutrition guide for veterinarians.

We installed multiple clear file holders together on a wall that separates two exam rooms, creating easy access to a multitude of client pamphlets.