dvm360® product report: COVID-19 pet test, plus honey ear care and more

American Veterinary Medical Association reputation management toolkit

This resource addresses online reputation and cyberbullying in the veterinary field. It features insight into protecting reputation, preventing instances of cyberbullying, responding and recovering, and supporting physical and mental well-being.

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DNA My Dog

Client-based canine DNA tests include Essential Breed ID Test and Premium Breed ID Test, which use an extensive database of over 350 breeds and feature next-generation copy number variation genetic technology. Simply order the test kit, register it online, swab the pet’s cheek for a sample, send it to the laboratory, and obtain results in 2 weeks about the pet’s DNA and ancestry.

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BuddyID BuddyBadge Collar Tag

This collar tag features a quick response (QR) code that links directly to the pet’s BuddyID microchip registration so lost pets can be immediately identified by anyone with a smartphone and quickly reunited with their owners. BuddyBadge works even when no microchip reader is available. The QR code on the tag is permanently linked to the BuddyID microchip registration.

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Pedigree Fosterverse program

Pedigree’s Fosterverse is a first-of-its-kind program enabling individuals who own Decentraland property to foster real-life rescue dogs on their virtual land in the metaverse. To participate, landowners upload 3D avatars based on real-life dogs currently listed on Adopt a Pet to their virtual property.

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Silver Honey Rapid Ear Care line

The Rapid Ear Care line consists of the Vet Strength Ear Treatment, Vet Strength Ear Rinse, and Vet Strength Pet Wipes. These products soothe and heal skin with manuka honey and MicroSilver BG, which are powerful and natural antimicrobials free of antibiotics or unnatural ingredients.

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Clear Health Pass COVID Pet Test

Pet owners can obtain the COVID Pet Test from their veterinarian, who will register the collection kit via QR code. The pet owner uses a noninvasive method for stool collection, gathering the specimen and sending it to Clear Health’s laboratories. Results come back in 24 to 48 hours.