ORGANIZATION AND BUSINESS	9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2012
Notes to Financial Statements
ORGANIZATION AND BUSINESS	ORGANIZATION AND BUSINESS Heska Corporation ("Heska" or the "Company") develops, manufactures, markets, sells and supports veterinary products. Heska's core focus is on the canine and feline companion animal health markets.

We develop, manufacture, market, sell and support veterinary products. Our core focus is on the canine and feline companion animal health markets where we strive to provide high value products. Our business is composed of two reportable segments, Core Companion Animal Health and Other Vaccines, Pharmaceuticals and Products.

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