Inspiration in Action Contest: Support the Veterinary Profession and Help Animals in Need

LOVELAND, Colo., Dec. 1, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Heska Corporation (Nasdaq: HSKA, "Heska" or the "Company"), announced today that animal lovers everywhere can support and honor veterinary medicine by voting for one of the top four ideas submitted in the 2010 Heska Corporation Inspiration In Action Contest.

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Heska, a leading provider of veterinary diagnostic and specialty products, will award the winner $25,000 to help bring the inspired idea to life (subject to the official rules of the contest). After careful review of over 100 project ideas, a panel of judges from the veterinary industry narrowed the competition down to 4 finalists.

"The Inspiration In Action contest is the latest of our 'Smarter, Together' projects and demonstrates our belief that great ideas come to life when we work in partnership with our customers and colleagues - individuals who are very gifted and dedicated professionals," said Robert Grieve, Heska's Chairman and CEO.

The Finalists

Pets Forever

Pets Forever helps low-income elderly, ill or disabled Larimer County residents maintain ownership of their pets for as long as possible. Pets Forever provides direct services and resources related to pet care, supporting the population of pet owners who particularly benefit from the human/animal bond.

http://csuvets.colostate.edu/petsforever.html

Panama Amphibian Rescue and Conservation (PARC) Project

The PARC Project rescues Panamanian amphibian species that have been identified as critically threatened with extinction from an emerging disease caused by a fungal pathogen and takes them to established captive assurance colonies. The PARC Project is a model for amphibian crisis response.

http://amphibianrescue.org/about

The Prevent Unwanted Pets (PUP) Project

The PUP Project will create an educational program for school-aged children to address topics such as humane treatment and a commitment to spay and neuter. Another benefit of the project is inspiring children to enter the veterinary profession as technicians, veterinarians or volunteers.

http://www.petluv.org/index.htm

World Vets

World Vets, is a non-profit that provides free veterinary aid worldwide to animals that otherwise would never receive veterinary attention. Currently spanning 24 countries, World Vets addresses both animal and human health issues to develop sustainable veterinary aid programs. These programs improve the well-being of the animal and human populations and empowers local partners through collaboration, education and training.

http://worldvets.org/

Individuals may vote only once. Heska will also award $5,000 to the second place winner (subject to the official rules of the contest). For more details on the finalists and to vote, please visit, www.heska.com/action.

About Heska

Heska Corporation (NASDAQ: HSKA) sells advanced veterinary diagnostic and other specialty veterinary products. Heska's state-of-the-art offerings to its customers include diagnostic instruments and supplies as well as single use, point-of-care tests, pharmaceuticals and vaccines. The company's core focus is on the canine and feline markets where it strives to provide high value products and unparalleled customer support to veterinarians. For further information on Heska and its products, visit the company's website at www.heska.com.

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