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COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS-Veterinarians at Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine teamed up with a pediatric cardiothoracic surgeon in what is believed to be the first collaboration of its kind to repair a heart defect in Liz, a 10-month-old Labrador.

The Rescue Critters manikin allows students to practice and perfect farrier skills without injury or possibility of laming a horse or using a cadaver limb.

IMEX Veterinary, Inc. introduces two-hole polypropylene suture buttons that are used at the lateral femur to simplify suture tie-off when performing the toggle pin method of coxofemoral reduction.

VetFx is a non-toxic wound care spray that kills pathogenic organisms that inhibit wound healing.

Encourage clients going on cross-country trips to place a luggage tag with local information on their pets' collars, so if the pets are found, local residents can get in touch with the owners.

TruDR Digital Radiography uses the large-format medical flat-panel digital detector for instant digital radiographic imaging with diagnostic image enhancements.

Nature's Variety? enzyme-rich, fresh-food diets are critically important in pet neuromuscular development, skin health, and coat quality, according to the company.

To ensure that our blood samples are allowed to clot for the recommended time yet are still centrifuged on time, we attach timers to the syringe cases.

Merial introduces a five-dose package for Recombitek‚ an equine West Nile Virus (WNV) vaccine.

VetCare Veterinary Supplies introduces the new VetJect hypodermic needles and syringes, designed for use by veterinarians.

Securos introduces a new FastFix product.

TFC publications introduces Dr. Sophia Yin's publication "How to Behave So Your Dog Behaves."

There might be a gap between employer demand and the skills of graduates, which contributed to the new process.

I was convinced my brain would only hold so much.

Orlando, Fla.-Insurance surprises have burdened Florida veterinarians with piles of bills and questions about their practices' future.

SteriFx announces that VetFx enables rapid healing of wounds on equine.

Osborne Industries Inc. introduces a way to improve feed-to-grain ratio by reducing waste from spilled and spoiled feed with Big Wheel Feeders.

Spectrum introduces angled bone forceps for small orthopedic surgery.

SonoSite Titan Vet, version 2.2, third generation veterinary ultrasound is now available.

Synbiotics introduces Ovucheck Premate to achieve the highest level of canine pregnancy rates.

ComePet Inc. has launched an e-pharmacy system for veterinarians, allowing them to become involved in Internet pet medication sales.

In many ways, the battle for respect for female veterinarians mirrored the wars waged by liberating women in every profession across the country, but in many ways it lagged far behind. Just about 40 women graduated from recognized veterinary colleges through 1940, and the Association for Women Veterinarians (AWV) had less than 750 members in 1970. The American Veterinary Medical Association didn't elect its first female president, Dr. Mary Beth Leininger, until 1996.

Vita Flex has added two new applications to HylaMotion joint supplement.

AFP Imaging announces a chairside darkroom for dental X-ray film processing.

Andis introduces a cordless horse (and cattle) clipper designed to eliminate the possibility of tangled power cords while clipping.

TFC publications introduces "The Super Simple Guide to Housetraining," a comprehensive book that helps readers chart a successful course for housetraining their dog, the company says.

ST. PAUL, MINN.-Researchers discovered the gene responsible for glycogen branching enzyme deficiency (GBED), which kill about one-fourth of foals born to carriers of the faulty make-up.

Men forever will be accountable for the level of stewardship they provide animals.