ANIMAL HEALTH NEWS-Late June

Zoetis Spain celebrated the third edition of the Animal’s Health Awards, recognizing key figures in animal health. Several companies, including Norbrook Laboratories and Huvepharma, announced new sponsorships, product launches, and facilities aimed at advancing veterinary care. The veterinary industry continues to innovate, with significant updates from Elanco Animal Health, MSD Animal Health, and Distribuidora SIVET Argentina, among others.

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??Zoetis Spain: The third edition of the Animal’s Health Awards was held in Spain, which in three years has become a major reference in animal health and Public Health in Spain from a 'One Health' perspective. The company Zoetis, through Diego García, Senior Vice President for the Southern Europe Cluster and General Manager of Zoetis in Spain, presented the 'Companion Animals' award to ángela González, head of the Clinical Ethology Service at the Rof Codina University Veterinary Hospital. (animalshealth.es , 27th of June).

??Zoetis Spain continues to innovate in the care and treatment of chronic pain from osteoarthritis (OA) in dogs and cats. With a new approach, Zoetis shares its commitment to providing specialized information related to the Nerve Growth Factor (NGF) to veterinary professionals. Osteoarthritis, highly prevalent in dogs and cats of all ages, requires a multimodal approach for proper disease management. In this context, NGF has been identified as a new therapeutic target, providing a better therapeutic approach for pain control in OA. Thus, Zoetis highlights how biological therapies, with anti-NGF monoclonal antibodies, help reduce the negative impact that NGF has on a diseased joint. (animalshealth.es , June 26th).

??Norbrook Laboratories Ltd. Holstein Northern Ireland has announced that Newry-based veterinary pharmaceutical Nobrook is the new sponsor of its annual herds inspection competition. Norbrook joins the competition’s long-term and valued sponsors Bank of Ireland, Trioliet, and Cookstown Dairy Services. (farminglife.com , June).

??Elanco Animal Health Incorporated announced updates to the expected FDA approval timelines for Zenrelia (a JAK Inhibitor targeting control of pruritus and atopic dermatitis in dogs) and Credelio Quattro (a broad-spectrum parasiticide). The company now anticipates a U.S. launch for Zenrelia in the fourth quarter of 2024; the expected approval for Credelio Quattro is in the fourth quarter of 2024, with U.S. launch expected in the first quarter of 2025. (company press release).

??Distribuidora SIVET Argentina: Lucas and Romina Pechin announce the launch of the new website of the veterinary distributor SIVET: www.distribuidorasivet.com.ar . The distributor is undergoing a true transformation with the arrival of the second generation of the company founded by Miguel Pechin, which has a catalog of over 3,000 products sold throughout the country from General Pico, La Pampa. The heart of the new website is a search engine where professionals can access the entire range of products for large and small animals, as well as a wide portfolio of essential supplies for carrying out activities. With periodically highlighted offers, the new digital tool allows product searches by brand, name, category, or specific segment. (motivar.com.ar , June 24).

??Bimini Pet Health announced the launch of a new division dedicated to providing pet supplements specifically for veterinary clinics. The first veterinary-only products include CanGastro (previously GastroPro-C) for digestive health support in dogs; FelGastro (previously GastroPro-F) for digestive health support in cats; Bimini Brites for maintaining a healthy oral cavity; and TransformaDerm for maintaining healthy skin in dogs. (The Connector).

??Merck Animal Health announced USDA approval of Nobivac NXT Canine Flu H3N2, the first and only RNA-particle technology vaccine for canine influenza. The product will be available at veterinary clinics and hospitals nationwide late this summer. (company press release).

??Accord Animal Health announced the launch of Vivinicord Chews, a new dental therapy. The combination of astaxanthin, fucoidan, and indigo in Vivinicord Chews helps prevent gum infections, freshens breath, and lessens the accumulation of plaque and tartar. (zenopa.com ).

??New Executive General Director of MSD Animal Health in Spain and Portugal: Chus Pérez replaces Helene Lanz, who has taken on new roles within the organization in Europe. With an extensive and successful career in the health sector, Chus assumes the leadership of the cluster, bringing extensive experience and strategic vision to drive the growth and transformation of the company, a leader in animal health in Portugal and Spain. Throughout her 18 years at the company, Chus has held various roles of increasing responsibility in therapeutic areas, markets, and animal health, demonstrating remarkable ability to learn quickly, a transformative strategic vision, and strong leadership in team management. (animalshealth.es , June 24th).

??Huvepharma announced the opening of a new veterinary vaccines plant in Bulgaria, following an investment of $77 million. The facility will produce vaccines for birds, cattle, and pigs for both domestic and international markets and expects that 99% of the output will be exported to over 100 countries. (seenews.com ).

??Industry partnership aims to drive the future of animal health and pet care. Central to the partnership is the launch of an annual global conference in April 2025 to foster collaboration and innovation among industry leaders, investors, and inventors. Defining the future of animal health and well-being in the next decade and beyond is the driving force behind a recent industry collaboration between the North American Veterinary Community (NAVC) and Michelson Found Animals Foundation (MFA). The two organizations have announced the formation of an annual global conference, Compass, to launch this partnership and bring together industry leaders, investors, and inventors to collaborate and innovate. (veterinarypracticenews.com , June).

??Labyes makes a strong impact in Colombia with their line for companion animals. The Argentine capital veterinary laboratory Labyes was present at the VEPA 2024 Congress in Bucaramanga, showcasing its products with its own subsidiary. This is the first event Labyes participates in independently in Colombia, making it the only regional veterinary medicine company specialized in pets with a presence in the four most relevant markets: Argentina, Mexico, Brazil, and Colombia. (motivar.com.ar , June 26th).

??Tecnofarm Argentina was present with a stand at the XXXIV International Equine Veterinary Conferences of the Argentine Association of Equine Veterinary (AAVE). MV Javier Crede, the technical-commercial representative of the veterinary laboratory, spoke with MOTIVAR about participating in the Congress for the second consecutive year, presenting in the sports horse market. He also announced that, along with Dr. Juan Carlos Aba (company manager), they have begun seeking new launches; this year they plan to present a sodium penicillin. (motivar.com.ar , 24th of June).

?? The Veterinary Pharmaceutical Industry of Mexico (Infarvet) has re-elected Gabriela Espinosa López as its president for a second term. Passionate about biological sciences, animal production, and welfare, she aims to continue her current work trajectory until 2025. Infarvet and the National Service for Agrifood Health, Safety, and Quality (Senasica) have completed the construction of the first version of a Pharmacovigilance Guide for the Veterinary Pharmaceutical Sector. It is expected that there will be a 12-month period for voluntary reporting by laboratories, after which reporting will become mandatory. (diarioveterinario.com , June).

??Resounding success at the 8th Latin American Veterinary Congress in Rosario. On June 7th and 8th, Rosario hosted the 8th edition of the Latin American Veterinary Congress, an event that exceeded all expectations in terms of attendance, sponsors, and business deals. This event has become a fundamental space for the exchange of knowledge and experiences in the veterinary industry. More than 1,400 veterinary professionals and agricultural producers gathered in one place with the entire industry, increasing their knowledge on technical topics, generating networking, and closing deals with the more than 35 companies offering differential and exclusive proposals for the Congress. (rosarioplus.com , 28th of June).

?? Elanco Animal Health Brazil announces Eduardo Emerich as its new Director of External Manufacturing Operations Americas for the Liquids and Pesticides platform, effective from the second half of June. With a degree in Biochemical Pharmacy from S?o Paulo State University (UNESP) and a postgraduate degree in Administration from the University of S?o Paulo (USP), Emerich brings 20 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and consumer goods industries, with expertise in Operations and Supply Chain. His professional background includes positions at renowned companies such as Zoetis, Beiersdorf, and GSK Brazil, having worked both in Brazil and Europe. Eduardo will report directly to Sabrina Mattos, Senior Director of External Manufacturing at Elanco for the United States, Canada, and Latin America. (caesegatos.com.br , June 28th).

?? The “Xpertise in OA” congress by Vetoquinol delved into the impact of osteoarthritis on pets. The International Congress organized by Vetoquinol took place on June 13 and 14 in Palma de Mallorca, focusing on the impact of osteoarthritis (OA) on the quality of life of affected pets. Experts in various specialties such as traumatology, anesthesiology, and ethology led the discussions. On the first day of this fifth edition, various projects related to the diagnosis and treatment of OA, initiated in the United States, France, and Poland, were shared. (diarioveterinario.com , June 27th).

BERNARDO OTERO Animal Health Leadership

CEO & Founder of NEXUS ANIMAL HEALTH

www.animalhealthnexus.com

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