PETWARE.CA
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- WWW.PETWARE.CA - In 1950 a chemist by the name Hy Earn made a major contribution to the agricultural industry by inventing an ointment that prevented cannibalistic tendencies among chickens suffering from a protein deficiency. Earn's discovery was so successful that it led to the creation of the family owned and operated Dominion Veterinary Laboratories Ltd. Today, as a direct result of Hy Earn's achievements, family, and work ethics, Winnipeg-based Dominion Veterinary Laboratories Ltd. has a wide spectrum of products for the livestock industry. More than 100 drug formulas continually contribute to the high standards of both Canadian and international agricultural industries.In an industry dominated by global giants, Dominion Veterinary Laboratories knows you don't have to be big to be a winner. Faced with the challenge of entering new markets where established players have the advantage, Western Canada's largest manufacturer and distributor of veterinary pharmaceuticals and instruments has taken quality and innovation to new heights.
"It's important to look overseas for growth," says Dominion President Sheldon Earn. "Canada is well known for its cleanliness and as a good place to manufacture products. We try to focus on customer relations, deliver products on time and set very reasonable prices overseas."
Exports now account for more than 60 percent of Dominion's pharmaceutical sales.
"We got into the U.S. market about five years ago," says Shane Earn, Dominion's Export Manager and son of Sheldon Earn. "Strangely, it happened when the U.S. government approached us. My mother got the sale with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration!" Shane's brother is also a key part of Dominion, making it a classic family business.
Export clients tend to be governments and larger clinics abroad; they buy cattle supplies and horse supplies directly or through Dominion's distribution centres in Trinidad, Dubai, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Jordan and Korea.
Dominion spends nearly five percent of its revenue on research and development, a respectable amount but obviously tiny compared to the research budgets of the large drug companies. And it continues to enjoy success exporting products that Shane's grandfather (a chemist) developed decades ago. These include the product for horse health which the U.S. Food and Drug Administration wanted to buy, and a remedy called "Stop Pick", the first product to prevent cannibalism in chickens.
Dominion uses personal contacts, hard work and good timing to make up for its lack of size. Using his contacts and research on the Internet, Sheldon Earn persuaded a Finnish company to grant international rights to a product that multinational companies have since tried to buy.
"Price and personality are the two keys to our export success," says Sheldon. "We make sure we're very competitive and let the customer know they have someone they can call any time, even after five years. It's a little like a marriage. We make them feel loved."
Dominion Veterinary Laboratories received the Canada Export Award in 1999, which meant recognition within Canada and abroad.
"It shows that a family-owned company can make an impact in foreign trade," says Sheldon. "Exports are a great opportunity for us. If you notice a new highway paved with opportunity, you'd be silly not to take the on-ramp and try it out."
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AVAMA.ORG
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- WWW.AVAMA.ORG - The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), established in 1863, is a not-for-profit association representing more than 78,000 veterinarians working in private and corporate practice, government, industry, academia, and uniformed services. Structured to work for its members, the AVMA acts as a collective voice for its membership and for the profession.
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NETVET
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ACVO.COM
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- WWW.ACVO.COM - The American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists® is an organization, not an actual physical location, that has established certifying criteria for ophthalmologists. The College certifies veterinarians in ophthalmology in addition to providing traditional 'association' services to those Diplomates, company partners and the public.
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CAVALIER.ON.CA
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- WWW.CAVALIER.ON.CA - Canada’s leading distributor of equestrian equipment. Cavalier is a privately owned Canadian company based in Stratford, Ontario. The business was founded in 1975. Our mission is to provide the Canadian riding consumer with the highest quality, most innovative equestrian products from around the world. Our products are sold through leading retail tack shops across Canada.
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KANEVET.COM
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- WWW.KANEVET.COM - Established in 1969 by Sheldon Earn and Dan Kane, Kane Veterinary Supplies is a Canadian wholesale distributor and manufactures agent. Kane provides excellence in distribution of the highest quality, cutting edge, value-laden products to the veterinary, pet, agricultural and equine markets across Canada.
Today, Kane has two full-service branches – Edmonton, Alberta and Cambridge, Ontario – and one sales office in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Day-to-day inventory consists of over 12,000 items including vet supplies and pharmaceuticals, pet food and toys, animal ID products, and pest control items.
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HORSE-REPORT.COM
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- HORSE HEALTH - A digest of information for recreational horse owners of all disciplines with an emphasis on local information for Palos Verdes Peninsula, California. Please see their page.
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W.D.D.C.
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- WWW.W.D.D.C.CA - WDDC was formed in 1983 and has since grown to become Western Canada’s largest, single source of products and supplies for Veterinarians. WDDC offers its members / customers.
ABOUTUS.ORG
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- WWW.ABOUTUS.ORG - is a wiki for and about businesses, organizations, blogs, forums, and really anything or anyone that has a website.
aims to provide you with both an introduction to sites in the areas you care about as well as a way to share your knowledge of those websites. Currently, more than 7 million people visit AboutUs.org each month.
DRUGS.COM
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- WWW.DRUGS.COM - The Drugs.com mission is to be the Internet’s most trusted resource for drug and related health information. We will achieve this aim by presenting independent, objective, comprehensive and up-to-date information in a clear and concise format for both consumers and healthcare professionals.
AAHANET.ORG
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- WWW.AAHANET.ORG - The purpose of the American Animal Hospital Association* is to enhance the abilities of veterinarians to provide quality medical care to companion animals. Enable veterinarians to successfully conduct their practices and maintain their facilities with high standards of excellence. Meet the public's needs as they relate to the delivery of small animal veterinary medicine.
AAEP.ORG
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- WWW.AAEP.ORG - From its beginnings in the basement of the Brown Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky, 11 veterinarians chartered the American Association of Equine Practitioners with determination to demand excellence among its practitioners, and meticulous concern for the health and welfare of the horse. Since that day in 1954, the AAEP membership has expanded to nearly 10,000 veterinarians and veterinary students representing 64 countries who dedicate their life's work to caring for the horse. The AAEP provides the opportunity for veterinarians in all types of practices, from all parts of the world, to join together in a common pursuit: to protect the health and welfare of the horse.
WESTERNRAWHIDE.COM
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- WWW.WESTERNRAWHIDE.COM - We are proud to produce and distribute high quality saddles, horse related products, pet supplies and specialized industrial products for Canada and abroad.
EQUIMAN.COM
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- WWW.EQUIMAN.COM - Equestrian Management Group (EMG) will stage the inaugural Canadian Show Jumping Tournament.
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WWW.CDMV.COM
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- WWW.CDMV.COM - Canadian leader in the distribution of products and services for veterinarians.Gamme complète de produits et services, aux professionnels de la santé animale à l'échelle du Canada.
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CLEVERHORSEWOMEN.COM
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- WWW.CLEVERHORSEWOMEN.COM - Clever Horse Women agree; This is the best guide for female equestrians. Smart tips about buying, riding and owning horses. Clever Ideas for the equine professional and the recreational horse owner. My personalized coaching site teaches you to reach goals and feel successful with horses at any level.
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