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Avian pet species survives controlled WNV infection
While the American Crow is a known West Nile Virus (WNV) carrier, researchers are focused on whether rarely observed species, such as the psittacine, are also at risk, and whether a vaccine for horses has application in psittacines.
Pre-slaughter Testing
Silver Lake Research introduces Meatsafe® Gentamicin, a pre-slaughter screen to identify Gentamicin residue in urine.
Practice Software
VETECH Software Services, Inc. introduces its practice management software Advantage for Windows.
UM takes Johne's message on the road
St. Paul, Minn.-Researchers from the University of Minnesota (UM) College of Veterinary Medicine are hitting the road to deliver a message to veterinarians and producers about the control of Johne's disease in the state.
Caterpillar not off hook as MRLS bait
In May, the University of Kentucky (UK) released preliminary test results suggesting the eastern tent caterpillar and its waste remain chiefly responsible for increased foal losses in 2001, but the picture is "far from fully developed."
Production Calculator
Pharmacia Animal Health introduces the Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) versions
Money-back Guarantee
Precious Cat, Inc. provides the Cat Attract Guarantee - a no-questions-asked, money-back guaranteed solution for litter box problem felines, the company says.
Swine Salmonella Antibody Test Kit
IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. Production Animal Services Division announces the launch of a new IDEXX HerdChek® Swine Salmonella test
PetMed gets "slap on wrist"
Tampa, Fla.- As the Florida Board of Pharmacy hits PetMed Express and its pharmacists with roughly $70,000 in fines, the online drug retailer faces public scrutiny along with charges from several other states that it dispenses prescription pet medications illegally.
'I wish he were here'
The bond between father and son strengthens with time; lessons learned in days gone by last a lifetime
Roundworms, PRRS most reported health problems, survey says
Ft. Collins, Colo.-Two health problems most often reported on swine operations are roundworms and porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome (PRRS).
Understand neurotransmitter receptor interactions to treat vomiting in dogs
Q: Please provide a quick review about various treatments available for the management and control of vomiting in dogs.
KSU renovates radiology section
Manhattan, Kansas-At the end of spring, you won't recognize the radiology department at Kansas State University's Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital (VMTH).
Puppy Protection Act nixed from Farm Bill
Washington-The House-Senate Farm Bill Conference has elected to remove the Puppy Protection Act (PPA) from the final Farm Bill (H.R. 2646 Farm Security Act), as of late April.
Tufts expo involves equine enthusiasts
Boston-The third annual Tufts Animal Expo will devote 76 hours of programming, such as sport psychology and public health issues, devoted to professionals in the equine and large animal industries.
AVMA names board members, trims budget
Schaumburg, Ill.As a result of the American Veterinary Medical Association's (AVMA) two-phase redistricting plan, two new members have been named to the executive board.
Ban slaughter, bill urges
European connoisseurs of horsemeat may no longer be able to rely on U.S. exports, should a new bill pass Congress.
USDA labs plow ahead with $447 million plan
Ames, Iowa-This year's $104 million appropriations to upgrade laboratories at the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) couldn't have come sooner.
VetInsite unveils pet portals
VetInsite just launched its new Internet concept, Personal Pet Portals.
Weight Management
urina Veterinary Diets brand offers veterinarians the Purina Weight Management Kit to help clients recognize and manage weight-related pet health issues.
Deluxe Laboratory Microscope
Jorgensen Laboratories, Inc. introduces the new, deluxe laboratory microscope.
Texas A&M inaugurates equine pavilion
Washington-Construction crews are packing up now, making room for horses at the recently completed 19,000-square-foot "world-class" Equine Pavilion at Texas A&M University.
Accounting Workbook
Gunn Consulting offers a workbook to guide veterinarians through QuickBooks® In Your Practice accounting software.
UC Davis opens kidney dialysis service
Rancho Santa Fe, Calif. - An animal center in southern California launched its first kidney dialysis service for dogs and cats on May 18.
N.J. wants to stop surgical debarking
Newark, N.J. - Lawmakers in the state of New Jersey are resolute on making surgical silencing of dogs illegal.
Report exposes vulnerability of federal labs
Washington - A government report says security is seriously lacking in the U.S. Department of Agriculture laboratories. These laboratories also store potentially deadly biological agents.
Landfill poisons bald eagle population
Charleston, S.C. - Bald eagles feeding on euthanized pets and strays that are legally disposed in landfills are becoming sick and dying in South Carolina.
Outbreak keeps swine producers on alert
St. Paul, Minn. - A recent pseudorabies outbreak in southwestern Minnesota has led to tighter scrutiny of herds throughout southern Minnesota and northern Iowa.
MRLS 2002 cases climbing, but 'not alarming'
Lexington, Ky.-The cases of Mare Reproductive Loss Syndrome are filtering in again this year, but at a much slower rate compared to this time last year, officials report in the Lexington Herald-Leader
Iowa farmer loses life in deadly cow attack
Vinton, Iowa - A Good Samaritan act in the pasture resulted in the death of a farmer here.