Bioiberica launches first-of-its-kind Atopivet® Collar skin health solution for dogs and cats

Bioiberica, a global life science company committed to improving the health and well-being of people, animals and plants, has announced the launch of its latest innovation, the Atopivet® Collar – a pioneering skin health solution for the companion animal health market. A world-first, it offers pet owners an alternative to currently available topical and oral treatments with a more convenient application format to support in the management of atopic dermatitis – a chronic skin condition, which affects at least 10% of dogs. Following a successful launch in the US last summer, the Atopivet® Collar is now available in Spain, with plans to launch across Europe in the near future too.

The collar functions by releasing Bioiberica’s biological-derived skin health ingredient called Biosfeen® directly onto the pet’s skin, which is then spread across the body through the lipids of the skin. Biosfeen® has been shown to contribute to maintaining the integrity of the skin barrier in both in-vitro and in-vivo trials.

“Based on the beneficial effects observed in several studies, Atopivet® collar can be an effective tool to support in the multimodal management of atopic dermatitis and help to reduce flare-ups” explains Sergi Segarra, R&D Project Manager, Animal Health at Bioiberica. “While the effects of the collar can last up to two months, we’ve already received really positive feedback since launching the product in the US last year and now we’re excited to bring the Atopivet® Collar to Europe and beyond.”

Atopic dermatitis can start as early as six months old for some animals, with clinical signs including itchy, inflamed, and damaged skin, as well as scaly patches and fur loss. The life-long condition is characterised by short-term flare-ups – particularly in the spring and summer months – which can be difficult for pet guardians to manage. Existing support for atopic dermatitis, such as topical and oral treatments, can be problematic and time-consuming for pet guardians to administer. The new Atopivet® Collar provides an additional tool to address these challenges with an easy, fuss-free collar application. In addition, the collar is lavender-scented, waterproof, and available in two different sizes to suit a variety of pets.

“We recognised the need for an accessible, effective option that gives owners the freedom to choose a non-invasive, practical alternative to traditional oils, creams and tablets,” comments Jordi Flores Garcia, Marketing Director, Companion Animal Health at Bioiberica. “While the collar format is a completely new and innovative approach to supporting pets’ skin health, the ingredient within it have already been shown to be an effective aid for skin conditions like atopic dermatitis, giving vets and pet guardians alike assurance of its results.”

The collar is the latest addition to Bioiberica’s existing Atopivet® range, which includes several products designed for long and short-term management of skin health in companion animals. All products in the range comprise Bioiberica’s scientifically backed, biologically-derived ingredients, enabling a multimodal approach to supporting pet skin health.

To find out more about the Atopivet® Collar and Bioiberica’s wider companion animal health offering, visit here.