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Lifelearn announces the release of Upper GI Endoscopy, a follow-up CD-ROM to Introduction to Flexible Endoscopy by Dr. Todd Tamms.

Smith Veterinary Services introduces The Relief Veterinary Technician's Manual, a comprehensive business guide for relief veterinary technicians

With the looming threats of bioterrorism and international animal disease crises, American livestock have no place to hide, but Purdue University would like to at least provide some temporary relief to the industry.

Washington-Nearly $2 million in state grants will be distributed to boost emergency animal disease response efforts, according to U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Ann M. Veneman.

Virbac Corporation announces it has received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for a new athelmintic (dewormer) for cattle.

Alpharma Inc. Animal Health Division introduces OptiData, the latest improvement to the Swine OptiBreed Sperm Quality Analyzer.

As big as Texas is - with more than 700 miles separating its eastern and western borders - there is debate as to whether the Lone Star State can accommodate more than one veterinary school.

S & M NuTec introduces Greenies, The Original Smart Treat, a dental chew that promotes dental and nutritional health of the dog.

Securos introduces Steinmann Pins, K-Wires and Orthopedic Wire. The Securos pins and wires are approved by the Food and Drug Administration, the company says.

Universal introduces private labeled sutures. This new line offers an alternative to vicryl, PDS, ethilon, gut etc. with comparable needle sizes for ease of ordering, the company says.

Virbac Corporation announces it has consolidated its oral hygiene products under one line, C.E.T. Oral Hygiene, offering product cohesiveness and redesign of packaging.

To thank clients and friends, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) has developed agift calendar.

Mobile, Ala.-Since Jan. 1, thieves have targeted several Baldwin County veterinary clinics in search of drugs, namely ketamine.

Greensboro, N.C.-A veterinary technician animal behavior training course, designed by board-certified behaviorist, Dr. Debra Horwitz, is now available on-line.

Washington-Reptiles make bad pets, reports the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS).

Bethesda, Md.-Animal Planet will present a world television premiere special episode of its New York-based original series Animal Precinct, Oct. 12.

Denver-Despite corporate layoffs, reduced consumer spending and hints of a recession in the national economy, the small animal practice slice of the economy remains bright, according to the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA).

The Academy of Veterinary Dentistry (AVD), providing fellowship status to qualifying small animal veterinarians for 13 years, has drafted a plan to extend such status to its equine colleagues.

Washington- When pet owners lose a beloved animal, along with the traditional private burial or cremation, another option is emerging - colleges and universities that use animal cadavers for training future veterinarians.

Auburn University, Ala.-Critically ill pets in the Southeast may gain a second chance at life in the newly-launched Critical Care Program at Auburn University (AU).

San Francisco-Veterinarians are advised to take precautions against the bacteria Pasteurella multocida, which can be transmitted through moderately casual contact with pets, reports a New England Journal of Medicine article.

In a distant corner of an obscure galaxy, there is a little building with a big mortgage. It's my office.

I want to ask you a question. What I sorta wanna ask you is...is your life a financial joke?

This has been a difficult year for horses and weather. First we had spring forest fires in the west that lead to emergency evacuations and disruption of pastureland for horses in that area.

The traditional veterinary practice is a very hazardous place to work. From animal attacks to the accidental exposure to keep health risks foremost in their minds and prepare when emergencies occur.

Dr. Johnny Hoskins examines the progress made in treating inflammatory bowel disease in cats and dogs.

Use of cytotoxic drugs are believed on the rise, officials report, consequently, so are the potential adverse health risks to veterinarians handling these chemicals.

NEWPORT, TENN.- Dr. John Chambers knows when to back away from an angry cat. He learned after losing a fingertip.

So, how serious is the injury threat to veterinarians?

Technological advances and practitioner compliance appear to have lessened the risk of cancer in veterinarians, although potentially carcinogenic exposures are still an unfeigned threat to the profession.