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Pet Health News

• Pet Microchip Day in Massachusetts set, Sept. 25 September 7, 2010
   The Massachusetts Veterinary Medical Association (MVMA) is leading a statewide effort to increase pet safety through a special program that encourages pet owners to microchip and register their pets. […]
• New Lymphoma Treatment Shows Promise In Dogs September 7, 2010
  Researchers have identified a new target for the treatment of lymphoma and are testing a potential new drug in pet dogs afflicted with the disease. At low doses, the compound, called S-PAC-1, arrested the growth of tumors in three of six dogs tested and induced partial remission in a fourth.The results of the study, conducted by researchers at the University […]
• Mother Of Ohio Man Killed By Bear Favors Pet Ban September 7, 2010
  The mother of an Ohio man who was fatally mauled by a bear has thrown her support behind an exotic pet ban being written in the state. […]
• Vendors showcase new products September 7, 2010
  The Gemini LXL PET/CT scanner offers advanced applications and helps to optimize workflow and streamline operations, according to Philips. It features crystal and detector technology and offers 4D capabilities. […]
• US Pet Health Spending to Reach $33 Billion by 2014 September 7, 2010
  ROCKVILLE, MD--(Marketwire - 09/07/10) - MarketResearch.com has announced the addition of Freedonia Group Inc's new report "Pet Health: Products & Services" to their collection of Healthcare market reports. Total spending on pet health products and services is expected to advance 6.5 percent annually to $33.1 billion in 2014. At that time, […]
• Pet safety in focus in Randolph September 7, 2010
  RANDOLPH TWP. —Dogs may be a child’s best friend, but understanding how to properly interact with canines is essential. […]