VPL Launches Vet-Exclusive Parasiticides For Dogs, CatsJune 25, 2012 Central Garden & Pet subsidiary Veterinary Products Laboratories launched a pair of etofenprox-based, veterinary-exclusive flea and tick control products for cats and dogs, VPL reported today. The new products, Ovitrol X-Tend Flea and Tick Shampoo for Dogs and Cats and Ovitrol X-Tend Flea and Tick Spray for Dogs and Cats, contain both etofenprox, an adulticide, and the insect growth regulator (S)-Methoprene. Because the products do not contain permethrin, which is toxic to cats, they can be used on cats or dogs and are ideal for households with both types of pets, said Debra Nickelson, DVM, spokesperson for VPL. Both products are labeled for dogs and puppies 10 weeks of age and older, and for cats and kittens 12 weeks of age and older. The shampoo is available in 12-ounce and 1-gallon bottles while the spray comes in a 16-ounce. bottle. The products are available through several distributors in the veterinary channel, said Dr. Nickelson. <HOME>
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California Grooming Bill Still Excessive, PIJAC WarnsJune 22, 2012 EDITORS' NOTE: The California Assembly Committee on Business, Professions and Consumer Protection postponed the June 19 hearing to Tuesday, June 26, 2012. The bill was amended on June 20, but PIJAC maintained its opposition to the bill. Despite several amendments to a bill that would now establish a voluntary groomer certification program, the Washington, D.C.-based Pet Industry Joint Advisory Council urged California pet groomers to oppose the current legislation at a hearing tomorrow. The proposed legislation contains several provisions that would place undue burdens on pet groomers and others that would be difficult to enforce, PIJAC warned in an industry notice sent out late Friday afternoon. As amended, Senate Bill 969, which passed the Senate on May 30 and has been assigned to the Assembly Committee on Business, Professions and Consumer Protection, would create a California Pet Grooming Council to oversee the certification program for people that bathe, brush, clip or style pets for compensation in California. The original bill mandated licensing for groomers in the state. The amended legislation would make it an unfair business practice for people engaged in pet grooming to advertise or promote themselves as register, certified or licensed pet groomers …
Service Dog Ocular Exam Event Sets Participation RecordJune 22, 2012Service Dog Ocular Exam Event Sets Participation Recordservice dog, Service Dog Eye Exam Event, veterinary ophthalmologists, veterinary practiceParticipation in the 5th Annual American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists/Merial National Service Dog Eye Exam Event increased by 20 percent in 2012 compared to the previous year, with nearly 5,000 service animals receiving a free examination, the ACVO reported today.Participation in the 5th Annual American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists/Merial National Service Dog Eye Exam Event increased by 20 percent in 2012 compared to the previous year, with nearly 5,000 service animals receiving a free examination.newslineService Dog Ocular Exam Event Sets Participation RecordPosted: June 22, 2012, 2:10 p.m. EDT Participation in the 5th Annual American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists/Merial National Service Dog Eye Exam Event increased by 20 percent in 2012 compared to the previous year, with nearly 5,000 service animals receiving a free examination, the ACVO reported today. A veterinary ophthalmologist in Pittsburgh discovered a cataract on Cassie, a 4-year-old Irish Setter, during a complimentary exam as part of the ACVO/Merial event. Two-hundred and fifty board-certified veterinary ophthalmologists provided complimentary exams to guide dogs, handicapped assistance dogs, detection …
Pet360 Acquires PetStyleJune 22, 2012 Pet media and ecommerce company Pet360 Inc. acquired pet lifestyle network PetStyle LLC for an undisclosed sum, Pet360 reported today. “The acquisition of PetStyle expands the depth of our video and article offerings beyond the No. 1 vet-approved health and wellness content available on petMD.com,” said Rose Hamilton, chief marketing officer of Pet360. Pet360 operates petMD.com, PetFoodDirect.com, NationalPetPharmacy.com and DoggySpace.com. PetStyle publishes lifestyle and entertainment articles on topics including pet-friendly vacation ideas, travel tips, celebrity gossip and pet horoscopes. The company also developed a Find a Local Shelter widget and produces original video programming through PetStyle TV, featuring celebrity profiles and backstage interviews. “[The acquisition] furthers our capabilities to deliver truly unique, revenue generating solutions for advertisers and publishers,” said Brock Weatherup, CEO of Pet360. “In the months ahead, we will continue to add to our leading portfolio of resources and tools.” <HOME>
Pethealth To Distribute PetArmor To SheltersJune 20, 2012 Pethealth Inc. of Oakville, Ontario, Canada, and Velcera Inc. of Yardley, Pa., have inked an exclusive distribution deal that will see Pethealth distribute Velcera’s FidoPharm Inc.’s products, notably PetArmor (fipronil) flea and tick control products, to animal welfare organizations in the United States. Currently Pethealth licenses its PetPoint animal management software system to nearly 1,800 animal welfare organizations in the U.S. The company also provides organizations with its 24PetWatch microchip programs and ShelterCare pet insurance program. “The incorporation of the FidoPharm product lines into our growing suite of B-to-B offerings to our partner shelters is consistent with our desire to bend the operating cost curve for animal welfare groups and maximize the efficiencies of the PetPoint platform by allowing licensed users to complete all their ordering and manage their inventory through our application,” said Mark Warren, president and CEO of Pethealth Inc. Pethealth will also support the promotion and sale of FidoPharm products through its national sales team, call center and online efforts. In addition to PetArmor, a generic version of Merial’s Frontline Top Spot
Pfizer Launches Generic Versions Of Ivomec Plus, BanamineJune 20, 2012Pfizer Launches Generic Versions of Ivomec Plus, BanaminePfzier, Merial, Merck, Alverin Plus, Ivomec Plus, Banamine, Flunixamine, generic veterinary drugsMadison, N.J.-based Pfizer Animal Health unveiled on Tuesday, June 29, 2012, Alverin Plus (ivermectin/clorsulon) and Flunixamine (flunixin meglumine), generic versions of Merial's Ivomec Plus and Merck Animal Health's Banamine, respectively.Pfizer Animal Health unveiled on June 20, 2012, Alverin Plus (ivermectin/clorsulon) and Flunixamine (flunixin meglumine), generic versions of Merial's Ivomec Plus and Merck Animal Health's Banamine, respectively.newslinePfizer Launches Generic Versions of Ivomec Plus, BanaminePosted: June 20, 2012, 1:00 p.m. EDT Madison, N.J.-based Pfizer Animal Health unveiled on Tuesday Alverin Plus (ivermectin/clorsulon) and Flunixamine (flunixin meglumine), generic versions of Merial's Ivomec Plus and Merck Animal Health's Banamine, respectively. Flunixamine "Alverin Plus and Flunixamine allow Pfizer Animal Health the opportunity to deliver a wider portfolio of products, giving veterinarians, producers and owners expanded access to innovative products, solutions and services," said Roger Saltman, DVM, MBA, group director of cattle and equine technical services for Pfizer Animal Health. "Whether we are expanding our product lines or providing world-class customer and technical support, our goal remains the same—to help keep animals healthy." Flunixamine is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) for use …
KC-Area Domestic Violence Center Opens Pet ShelterJune 15, 2012 The Rose Brooks Center, a Kansas City, Mo.-based family violence agency, in partnership with Bayer Animal Health, opened a shelter to provide lodging for pets of families living at the center’s emergency shelter. The center held a grand opening for the Paws Place pet shelter on Wednesday, featuring an appearance by Hank, a Great Dane that served as inspiration for the pet shelter. Hank suffered two broken ribs and a fractured hip when he protected his owner from her boyfriend. The center allowed Hank to stay despite its “no animal” policy. “Our work every day is to keep families safe and help them rebuild their lives,” said Susan Miller, Rose Brooks Center CEO, “And pets are part of that family too. We’ve simply redefined what ‘family’ means to us.” The shelter provides quarters for up to eight pets per night and is the second of its kind in the United States. <HOME>
Salmonella Concerns Prompt Limited Pet Treat RecallJune 15, 2012Salmonella Concerns Prompt Limited Pet Treat RecallSalmonella Concerns Prompt Limited Pet Treat RecallSalmonella Concerns Prompt Limited Pet Treat RecallMerrick Pet Care Inc. of Amarillo, Texas, yesterday recalled 248 cases of its Doggie Wishbone pet treats because the treats have the potential to be contaminated with salmonella.Merrick Pet Care Inc. of Amarillo, Texas, yesterday recalled 248 cases of its Doggie Wishbone pet treats because the treats have the potential to be contaminated with salmonella.newsline, recallPosted: August 9, 2011, 2:40 p.m., EDT Merrick has recalled one lot of its Doggie Wishbone treats. Merrick Pet Care Inc. of Amarillo, Texas, yesterday recalled 248 cases of its Doggie Wishbone pet treats because the treats have the potential to be contaminated with salmonella. The company is recalling one lot (lot 11031) of its Doggie Wishbone treats, item# 29050, UPC 2280829050, with a "Best By" date of Jan. 30, 2012. The product was shipped to distributors in 10 states: California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kansas, Maryland, New York, Rhode Island and Washington. Those distributors have been notified, according to the company. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration detected salmonella during a routine sampling, a company spokeswoman said. No illnesses have been reported …
AAEVT To Host Wet Labs At AVMA ConventionJune 15, 2012The American Association of Equine Veterinary Technicians and the San Dieguito Equine Group plan to host a series of wetlabs on Aug. 6, 2012, in conjunction with the American Veterinary Medical Association Convention Aug. 4-7, 2012, in San Diego. The event will be held at the San Dieguito Equine Group’s facilities in San Marcos, Calif., and participants will be eligible for 7 RACE-certified continuing education credits. Lab topics include: Anatomy and Nerve Blocks: Dissection of the Equine Limb; Digital Radiology: Positioning, Equipment; Ultrasound Techniques; and MRI: Demonstration, Image Acquisition, Technician Role. Deadline for mailed registration is July 19, 2012, and only phoned or faxed registration will be taken after that date. The registration form is available here. <HOME>
More Dog Foods Recalled Due To AflatoxinJune 15, 2012 Cargill Animal Nutrition has recalled two regional brands of dog food—River Run and Marksman—due to aflatoxin levels that were detected above the acceptable limit. The recalled products were manufactured at Cargill’s Lecompte, La., facility between Dec. 1, 2010, and Dec. 1, 2011. No illnesses have been reported in association with these products to date, and no other Cargill Animal Nutrition pet food products are involved in this recall, Cargill reported. The affected products are: • Professional Formula River Run Hi-NRG 24-20 Dog Food, 50-pound bags • River Run Professional Formula 27-18 Dog Food, 50-pound bags • River Run 21% Protein Dog Food, 40- and 50-pound bags • River Run Hi-Pro No-Soy Dog Food, 40- and 50-pound bags • Marksman Dog Food 24% Protein 20% Fat, 40-pound bags • Marksman Dog Food 20% Protein 10% Fat, 40- and 50-pound bags • Marksman Dog Food 28% Protein 18% Fat, 40-pound bags The recall only applies to the above products with the following packaging date codes (lot numbers): 4K0335 through 4K0365, LL0335 through LL0365, 4K1001 through 4K1335 and LL1001 through LL1335. The affected dry dog food products were distributed in the following 15 states/territories—Kansas, Missouri, Northeast Oklahoma, …
