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Animal health companies remain fundamental to global veterinary care and modern food production, driving innovation across pharmaceuticals, vaccines, diagnostics, and digital technologies that support the health of both companion animals and livestock
The sector continues to deliver robust, steady growth, fueled by rising pet ownership, increasing demand for safe and sustainable protein, and rapid…
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Health Canada has approved Portela for alleviating osteoarthritis pain in cats. The company plans to launch Portela commercially in Canada and the EU in 2026
In a nine-month European trial, Portela eased OA pain and was well tolerated, including in cats with IRIS stage 1–3 kidney disease. Approved in the EU
Portela is a…
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The EC has approved Lenivia (Q3W) for the reduction of pain associated with osteoarthritis in dogs
Lenivia showed increased mobility & decreased pain after a single administration in a 9mos. field study, along with favorable safety in dogs
Lenivia, a monoclonal antibody targeting NGF, is designed to provide longer-lasting pain relief in osteoarthritis by…
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The CVMP has recommended Lenivia for the reduction of pain associated with osteoarthritis in dogs, with EC’s decision expected in Q4’25. Also, a commercial launch in the EU is planned for 2026
Lenivia showed increased mobility & decreased pain after a single administration in a 9mos. field study, along with favorable safety in dogs…
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The US FDA has granted conditional approval to Dectomax-CA1 Injectable for the prevention & treatment of infestations caused by the larvae of Cochliomyia hominivorax (New World Screwworm; myiasis)
Dectomax-CA1 Injectable is approved for use in beef cattle, female dairy cattle (<20mos. of age), pregnant beef cows, newborn calves & bulls, plus it is indicated for the prevention…
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The CVMP has recommended Portela (relfovetmab) for alleviating osteoarthritis pain in cats, with an EC decision expected in Q4’25 & commercial launch planned for 2026
Opinion was based on superior safety & efficacy in cats across trials, incl. cats with IRIS stage 1–3 kidney disease, & showed relieved osteoarthritis pain
Portela is a long-acting…
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Zoetis has launched AI Masses for its Vetscan Imagyst analyzer to detect neoplastic cells in animals; AI Masses is available in North America starting Jun 2, 2025
AI Masses uses advanced deep learning algorithms to identify & classify common skin/subcutaneous masses & lymph node lesions in real time, improving point-of-care access & client satisfaction,…
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The US FDA has approved label expansion of Simparica Trio to protect dogs against Dipylidium caninum (flea tapeworm) infections by killing Ctenocephalides felis vector fleas
Simparica Trio (sarolaner, moxidectin, & pyrantel) is a parasiticide that protects dogs against heartworm disease, 6 tick species (incl. Lyme-transmitting deer ticks), fleas, roundworms, hookworms, & flea tapeworms
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Zoetis has reported the self-sponsored UK trial data on Librela (bedinvetmab) to manage canine osteoarthritis (OA) pain
Trial assessed Librela (n=52) vs meloxicam (n=49) over 8wks in newly or previously diagnosed OA dogs (N=101), who only received nutraceuticals, evaluating COI score changes as the 1EP; AE differences were inconclusive due to small sample size…
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The WHO’s One Health policy is driving innovation in animal health, emphasizing the intersection of human, animal, and environmental care
The global animal health market, valued at $62.4B in 2023, is expected to grow at a CAGR of 9%, reaching $114B by 2030
PharmaShots presents a comprehensive report on the Top 20 Animal Health Companies of…

