dvm360® product report: Calming harness, plus AI imaging, and more

Photo courtesy of Oil-Dri Corporation of America.

Antibacterial cat litter

Oil-Dri Corporation of America, a manufacturer of cat litter, has debuted its Cat’s Pride Antibacterial Clumping Litter. This is the first and only antibacterial litter in the United States that kills 99.9% of odor-causing bacteria for a clean litter box and more sanitary home. Cat’s Pride targets the direct source of the odor for long-lasting control and prevents the smell from spreading throughout the home.

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Calming harness

Sleepypod’s Martingale Calming Harness for dogs and cats offers anxiety relief and practical walking solutions. This 2-in-1 harness features a breathable mesh design that wraps the pet’s body, giving a comforting embrace to alleviate fear and anxiety. This pet accessory also ensures control over the dog or cat during walks, while simultaneously reducing the risk of escape. The harness comes in sizes XS to XL and features 6 color options.

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AI dermal mass imaging

HT Vista is the United Kingdom subsidiary of HT Vet, which is a company aiming to increase early detection of skin cancer in dogs. A new device from HT Vista uses thermal imaging and artificial intelligence (AI) for accurate screening with canine dermal and subcutaneous masses and would determine whether a mass is benign or needs further investigation of malignancy. Unlike traditional imaging methods, HT Vista assesses disparities in heat transfer rates between masses and adjacent healthy tissues, enhancing the precision of analysis.

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Protection travel system

Tavo’s Maeve Pet Protection System is a 3-in-1 travel system featuring pet car seat, stroller, and carrier designed for safety and comfort when traveling with dogs and cats at the ballpark and beyond. With United Nations Economic Commission for Europe child restraints standards, the Tavo travel system also includes built-in-tailor tech memory foam that absorbs and disperses energy for a comfortable, secure environment for pets.

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Symptom checker tool

PetMD’s Symptom Checker by Chewy is a user-friendly online tool designed in conjunction with veterinarians to help pet owners understand what may be causing their pet’s symptoms or when they should call a veterinarian. To use, pet owners answer a series of questions related to the pet’s symptoms and the tool will guide them to a summary page that includes information about possible causes, when to call a veterinary clinic, helpful resources to help pay for veterinary care, and direct messaging with a Chewy veterinary professional.

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PetRadar

PetRadar (previously CatRadar), an online platform designed to help reconnect pet owners with lost pets, has expanded its offerings so that it now serves missing cats and dogs. The free services include a printable poster, personal support and guidance, and a listing on PetRadar’s website. The premium features include all of those along with sponsored posts on social media, a personal dashboard, and notifications via text message.