August 2016

An online petition launched as part of a campaign to secure access to ketamine as an essential veterinary medicine has secured more than 11,300 signatures - with 15,000 the next milestone.

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The VMD has issued a product defect alert for IsoFlo 100% w/w Inhalation Vapour Liquid and Isothesia 1000mg/g Inhalation Vapour Liquid, manufactured by Zoetis UK.

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Dechra Veterinary Products has launched a 5mg Prednicortone pack than can be split into increments of 1.25mg using SmartTab technology.

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Zoetis has introduced an interactive tool to help vets diagnose equine gastric ulceration syndrome (EGUS).

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July 2016

A book hailed “the most popular veterinary reference guide in the southern hemisphere” is now available to purchase in the UK.

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Boehringer Ingelheim has introduced a new formulation of its market-leading large animal NSAID.

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A free mobile app advising horse trainers, owners and breeders on equine disease control has been launched by the Horserace Betting Levy Board.

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Bluetongue vaccines for sheep and cattle are now available across Great Britain, with supplies approved for use in veterinary practices, Defra has announced.

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A “revolutionary and game-changing” medicine is set to give vets a unique method of managing transition cows – and reduce antibiotic usage at the same time.

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Boehringer Ingelheim has introduced two new pack sizes for its Ingelvac PRRS EU vaccine, to help optimise efficiency of treatment and reduce waste.

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An oral solution for treating hyperthyroidism in cats has been launched by Norbrook.

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The WSAVA has hit back at inaccurate reports in the national media claiming it was urging vets to avoid using a market-leading vaccine.

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Royal Canin has launched a dental learning tool to demonstrate the recommended method for sectioning and extracting teeth in cats and dogs.

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A series of respiratory disease vaccines for the European market have been launched by Merial Animal Health.

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Epilease, an anti-epileptic therapy product, is back on the market following official licensing from the VMD.

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A kit to help pet owners and vets correctly administer treatment for otitis externa has been launched by Dechra Veterinary Products.

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A prototype vaccine to tackle a horse virus could potentially save the lives of hundreds of thousands of equines, it has been claimed.

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Zoetis has created a range of waiting room materials to help spread the word about skin allergies – and encourage clients to speak to their vet about them.

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Bimeda UK has added a dairy production injection to its product portfolio.

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A veterinary group in Scotland has installed a CT scanner specifically designed for use in the veterinary industry.

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