dvm360® product report: Insect protein pet food, plus veterinary school admissions app and more

Photo courtesy of FirstVet.

FirstVet Healthy Pet Checkup

Virtual wellness checkup app

During 30-minute virtual consultations, veterinarians offer clients custom recommendations and guidance to ensure the well-being of their companion animals. The 5 areas covered are oral health, skin and coat, ears and rears, food and fun, and movement and mobility. FirstVet’s licensed veterinarians provide pet parents with information and peace of mind.

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Big Barker

Orthopedic bed for large dogs

Made in the US with a proprietary blend of triple-layer OrthoMedic foam, Big Barker canine beds can support more than 300 lbs and prevent dogs from hitting the floor, thus protecting their joints from painful pressure points. Available in large, extra-large, and giant, they offer dogs ample space in which to stretch out.

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Neo Bites Dog Food Toppers and Treats

Pet food made with insect protein

This line of pet food harnesses the nutritional benefits of insect protein. Every topper and treat is hypoallergenic and made from whole-food superfoods. In addition to original dog treats, there are recipes formulated to address specific functional needs: health aid topper, digestive aid topper, and skin and coat topper. Neo Bites also aims to improve environmental health as they claim insects produce virtually no greenhouse gases.

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DialCare Virtual Vet

Virtual veterinary telemedicine platform

This telehealth platform offers members 24/7 video and phone access to licensed veterinary professionals. It is ideal when you need advice on pet parenting and quality of life, have questions about a pet’s ongoing illness, or need guidance on preventive medicine. Virtual Vet does not offer formal diagnoses or prescriptions.

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Time2Track for pre-veterinary students

Veterinary school admissions app

Now available for pre-veterinary students, Time2Track helps streamline the veterinary school application process by tracking, documenting, and sharing relevant experience hours for you. It tracks progress over time and offers reports, charts, and graphs. It also protects data from getting lost with secure cloud-based storage. Available for iOS and Android devices.