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Antelliq pet care arm launches smart monitor for dogs
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AnimalhealthEurope calls for pragmatism as EU adopts new vet meds legislation
The EU Council has adopted a long-awaited modernized regulatory framework for veterinary medicinal products (VMPs) and medicated feed.
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