New Veterinary Products: Plasma for Emergencies and Cardiac Tests for Pets

Canine freeze-dried plasma (cFDP) by Mantel Technologies offers a shelf-stable solution for treating hypovolemia and controlling hemorrhage in dogs. This product, which can be stored in cool, dry conditions and reconstituted with sterile water for intravenous use, provides the equivalent of approximately 250 mL of plasma. It is available by prescription from licensed veterinarians.

The Catalyst proBNP Test by IDEXX allows for in-clinic testing of N-terminal pro–B-type natriuretic peptide, a key biomarker for assessing heart disease in cats and dogs. Running on the Catalyst platform, this test delivers lab-level accuracy and immediate results, helping to identify subclinical heart disease, assess preoperative risk, and differentiate between cardiac and noncardiac causes of respiratory distress. Results also integrate into VetConnect PLUS, which includes interpretive guidance.

Hill's Pet Nutrition has introduced the Hill's Science Diet Single Protein Dog Food Rolls, which are refrigerated, steam-cooked recipes made from a single animal protein for healthy adult dogs. These rolls are designed to be complete, balanced, and highly digestible, supporting gut health while providing omega-6 fatty acids and vitamin E for skin and coat health. They are available in three different recipes and can be served as a full diet or as a topper.

VetsBowl is an online clinical resource aimed at helping veterinary professionals compare thousands of over-the-counter and prescription pet diets. The platform allows users to find diets based on a patient’s diagnosis and nutritional needs, providing a comprehensive diet database, nutrient calculators, educational materials, and nutrition news to facilitate personalized patient care.

Everfur Clinical Intelligence by Strand Health Inc is a decision-support tool that offers species-specific, breed-aware drug dosing based on verified pharmacological data rather than AI. It provides differential diagnosis pathways with tiered treatment options and generates AI-enhanced SOAP notes by capturing voice or text input. This tool ensures compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act while being mindful of the veterinarian-client-patient relationship.

Finally, Petlibro has launched the Granary 2 series, a smart pet feeding lineup featuring four new models that incorporate behavioral insights, personalized feeding schedules, and health tracking capabilities. Key features include AI-powered cameras for pet identification, smart refill modes, alerts for abnormal eating behaviors, and precise food tracking. Models in this series include the Granary 2, Granary 2 Vision, Granary 2 Vision Duo for multi-pet households, and the Granary 2 X.