31.   Race veterinarians said there was not outward sign of trauma to any of the four dogs and they have not been able to determine why they died.

32.   Some sharks and smaller fish kept in captivity are endangered species and it is considered important to treat them for any maladies, veterinarians say.

33.   Techniques like acupuncture, acupressure and chiropractic treatments are becoming mainstream tools used to complement Western medicine in animal care, veterinarians say.

34.   The proposed mass slaughter of British cattle to combat mad cow disease is not justified scientifically or morally, veterinarians said Saturday.

35.   The reason, local veterinarians say, is stress afflicting the animals along with fewer milkings by producers dealing with quake damage.

36.   The veterinarian said there were no fractures.

37.   The veterinarians also said the disease outbreak, first reported last November, is being contained and is expected to be over soon.

38.   Veterinarians said initial tests showed the two dead whales died from the effects of stress.

39.   Veterinarians said they were dogs, and some suggested the fur had been sold.

40.   Veterinarians say such a foal is rare, but not unknown.