October 2017

Alfaxalone product has licence extended to include induction of anaesthesia in pet rabbits, with manufacturers also offering a range of support for practices intended on using it.

4 mins

The Boehringer Ingelheim product has been granted the extension after a study demonstated efficacy in delaying onset of heart failure in dogs with asymptomatic mitral valve disease.

3 mins

With no steam or vacuum required, manufacturer says it is goodbye to filling and draining with costly deionised or reverse osmosis water, as well as no need for a drying cycle or wet instruments.

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Norbrook has verified the pH of certain batches of Meloxaid 5mg/ml Solution for Injection for Dogs and Cats has increased over time and is out of specification.

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August 2017

Abaxis UK says the VetScan cPL Rapid Test “completely eradicates questionable results” and the need to send out for additional testing, potentially saving practices money.

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“Group four anthelmintics should be used only as part of a careful designed strategy for the individual farm and it is imperative this strategy is worked out with a vet,” says Sheep Veterinary Society.

7 mins

Handheld unit developed in Canada is capable of differentiating between Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus uberis infections within two minutes during mastitis cases.

4 mins

Highly palatable product offers slow-release energy and easy hydration in what has been hailed the world’s first complete, 100% liquid fibre-based diet.

5 mins

July 2017

Carprodyl Quadri's four dosage strengths allow for more accurate prescribing for a dog’s weight.

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Prilactone Next, launched by Ceva Animal Health, is an improved spironolactone treatment, available in 10mg, 50mg and 100mg presentations.

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Orijen Fit and Trim is a diet for overweight cats with a soluble fibre blend to promote sufficiency and digestive health, according to manufacturer Bern Pet Foods.

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The extension for Zactran comes after a study of more than 360 sheep on EU farms – including some in the UK – found 97.8% were no longer lame after treatment.

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Zoetis "underpinning the launch" of Stronghold Plus with a practice support programme to help interested practices grow their preventive health business.

3 mins

Euthoxin developed "with the veterinarian in mind" to offer a cost-effective, low-volume, reliable euthanasia for a wide spectrum of species.

2 mins

June 2017

Cytopoint (lokivetmab) from Zoetis is a new treatment for the clinical signs of atopic dermatitis in dogs, including itch and inflammation.

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New Forest Equine Vets is using the ioLight portable microscope to diagnose intestinal parasites in horses at the stable yard.

4 mins

Norbrook Laboratories has launched a steroid-based antibiotic preparation indicated for the treatment of surface pyoderma in dogs.

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An independent study has found the improvement in quality of life in dogs with OE and their owners was “significantly greater” when a specific acetate otic gel was used, rather than a traditional daily treatment.

4 mins

Large animal vets needing to treat worms in sheep and goats can now add another product to their kit, thanks to Eprinex Multi from Merial.

3 mins

May 2017

Company's donation of wormers, skin and joint supplements and NSAIDs is given to the Worldwide Veterinary Service for dispatching to charities and shelters all over the world.

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