New US Product: Detomidine Hydrochloride

Modern Veterinary Therapeutics has announced the launch of Detomidine Hydrochloride, an FDA-approved generic detomidine hydrochloride injection (10 mg/mL) for horses. This product is indicated for use as a sedative and analgesic to facilitate minor surgical and diagnostic procedures in mature horses and yearlings.

Companion Sciences Announces Completion of CBD + Glucosamine Study with Osteoarthritic Dogs

The study found that the formulation achieved high-levels of bio-absorption in a rat model, including penetration into the synovial fluid, the seat of joint inflammation. In following, Companion Sciences plans to launch a safety and efficacy clinical trial with dogs suffering from osteoarthritis.

Virbac Announces FDA Approval of Treatment for Canine MCTs

Developed by QBiotics, STELFONTA provides veterinarians a nonsurgical option for treating canine MCTs with a single injection, by destroying tumors in ways that stimulate complete tumor site healing.

Survey Reveals First-Time Dog Owners Need More Support

Results from the “Embracing Pet Care for Life” survey revealed that 73% of those who became dog owners for the first time this year have considered rehoming once the pandemic ends.

Merck Animal Health Introduces COVID-19 Nobivac Relief Plan

The company is extending its Nobivac Relief Plan through March 31, 2021. The program helps cover the cost of diagnostics and treatment for up to $1,000 if a dog or cat develops a disease as a result of a missed vaccination or vet appointment during the pandemic.

Penn Vet First to Receive LexaGene’s MiQLab

As part of its Early Access Program, LexaGene has placed a commercial MiQLab system into the clinical microbiology laboratory at the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Veterinary Medicine. This location provides testing for animal patients at both the Ryan Veterinary Hospital and for thousands of patients in practices across the US.

Ogena Solutions Encourages Pet Owners to Research Boarding Kennels

Despite varying COVID-19 restrictions across states, it is expected that millions of Americans will be travelling around the holidays. Ogena Solutions prompts pet owners to research the caging, staff, and resources of boarding facilities to ensure their pets are left in the best hands.

CuraCore VET Provides New Certification Opportunities

CuraCore VET announced that it will offer its Medical Acupuncture for Veterinarians course as eMAV, allowing veterinarians to gain their certification from the comfort of their clinic or home, at their own pace.

Kristen Hassen Receives Maddie Hero Award

Maddie's Fund, a foundation established by Dave and Cheryl Duffield to revolutionize the well-being of companion animals, has presented Kristen Hassen with the 2020 Maddie Hero Award, which awards recipients for their innovative ideas, progressive thinking, and lifesaving actions.

Vytelle and Growsafe Combine to Develop Bovine Biotechnology

Vytelle and GrowSafe Systems, Ltd. will operate as a single precision livestock company with the aim of accelerating genetic advances in bovine biotechnology.

VetCell Gets FDA Authorization for DentaHeal Clinical Trial

PrimeGen US Inc., has announced that it has gained authorization from the FDA to begin a clinical trial which will evaluate the effectiveness of DentaHeal, its investigational cell therapy product, for the management of clinical signs associated with feline chronic gingivostomatitis.

Zoetis Encourages Discussion of Osteoarthritis in Pets

Zoetis sponsors the IVAPM Animal Pain Awareness Month to help pet owners learn about osteoarthritis, a degenerative joint disease found in at least 1 of 4 dogs and 1 of 3 cats.

IDEXX Launches New Hematology Analyzer

The IDEXX Laboratories introduces ProCyte One Hematology Analyzer, which provides point-of-care hematology with many unique features.

WSAVA/FECAVA Congress Will Hold Hybrid Event

WSAVA has announced that its 2020 World Congress, held in collaboration with the FECAVA and PSAVA, now scheduled to take place in Warsaw, Poland from 21-24 March 2021, is to be a hybrid event.

Antech Releases New Ringworm Panel

Antech Diagnostics, part of Mars Veterinary Health, announced the availability of its DNA-based test for the most common fungal organisms causing ringworm in dogs, cats, horses, rabbits and small rodents. Antech also offers confirmatory culture using the same sample. Available immediately, the ringworm PCR test offers high sensitivity and specificity as well as rapid turnaround.

Royal Canin Partners with WSAVA Global Nutrition Committee

Royal Canin is supporting the GNC’s efforts to educate pet owners about animal nutrition. The GNC offers a Toolkit of resources for veterinary teams and promotes the importance of performing a nutritional assessment at every vet visit.

Midmark Offers More CE Programs Through Distribution Partners

Midmark Academy is expanding its CE program to include more than 80 hours of RACE-approved CE credits, including a range of topics in dentistry and anesthesia.

Research Paper on CBD and CBDA Absorption in Dogs Published

Frontiers in Veterinary Science published results of ElleVet Sciences study investigating the absorption of CBDA, the acidic precursor to CBD, and its role in the efficacy of their product on dogs.