What KVP International does

KVP International is a US-based veterinary medical device manufacturer founded in 1964 and currently headquartered in McKinney, Texas. The company specializes in post-surgical recovery products — most notably Elizabethan e-collars, where it claims approximately 80% of global manufacturing share — alongside surgical supplies, orthopedic rehabilitation devices (Balto line), patient care consumables, a renewable/biodegradable BetterGoods line, and point-of-care diagnostics marketed under the Saf-T-Test brand (including ParvoPro, GiardiaPro, FeLV/FIV Pro, cPL Pro, FIP Pro, CardiSure, ALHE Pro, and RumiSure). In December 2025 it acquired SafePath-IVD (Carlsbad, CA), adding FDA 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485, and USDA licensed diagnostics manufacturing and CDMO capabilities for both veterinary and human health markets.

The company monetizes primarily through wholesale product sales to veterinary clinics and hospitals via an extensive distributor network that includes MWI Animal Health, Midwest Veterinary Supply, Covetrus, Patterson Veterinary, Penn Veterinary, AVP, CDMV, VPF, VMC, Revival, WDDC, and AHI in the US, supplemented by a direct e-commerce storefront at kvpvet.com and 8 new EU plus 3 new LATAM distributor partners. KVP holds an exclusive veterinary-channel distribution agreement with KONG spanning 20+ years and operates a UK-based EU headquarters in Beaminster, Dorset, with a dedicated EU distribution center under development for end-of-2025 completion. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, with veterinary professional accounts required for direct purchase pricing.

In July 2024 KVP received a private equity investment from Carmelina Capital Partners, which has been deployed to fund international expansion, product line extension (renewables, diagnostics), and the SafePath-IVD acquisition. Headcount is disclosed at 11–50, though operations span multiple manufacturing facilities, three geographic regions, and a 70+ SKU catalog. Marketing investment is evidenced by 8 VETTY Awards from the North American Veterinary Community in 2025 and 15+ annual tradeshow appearances.

Name

KVP International

Legal name

KVP International, Inc.

Website

https://kvpvet.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1964

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

KVP International is a 60-year-old US veterinary medical device manufacturer specializing in recovery e-collars (claimed ~80% global share), surgical supplies, orthopedic rehabilitation braces, point-of-care diagnostics, and sustainable disposables, distributed globally through animal health distributors to veterinary clinics in 30+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Veterinary Medical Devices

NAICS

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113), Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

SIC

Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841), Orthopedic, Prosthetic & Surgical Appliances & Supplies (3842)

akta.pro primary industry

Wound Care, Bandaging & Consumables (Dressings, Sutures, Staplers) (HLAMAFAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Practice Consumables & General Medical Supplies (Needles, Syringes, Gloves, Swabs) (HLAMAFAO), DME, Mobility & Assistive Devices (Wheelchairs, Braces, Recovery Collars) (HLAMAFAN)

Keywords

• Veterinary medical devices
• Animal recovery collars
• Veterinary surgical supplies
• Veterinary diagnostics
• Orthopedic pet braces

Headquarters

HQ city

Chino

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Veterinary Medical Device Sales: KVP generates revenue through the sale of veterinary products including recovery collars, surgical supplies, patient care products, rehabilitation equipment, diagnostics, and nutrition products. Products are sold through distributor networks and direct e-commerce to veterinary clinics.
2. CDMO Diagnostics Services: Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization services for diagnostics, leveraging SafePath-IVD's FDA, ISO 13485 and USDA licensed facilities for both veterinary and human health markets.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

KVP International manufactures and sells veterinary medical devices and supplies, with a core focus on recovery e-collars (the original Saf-T-Shield™ introduced in 1964), surgical supplies (drapes, IV therapy products, CO2 absorbents), orthopedic rehabilitation braces (Balto® line), patient care products, rapid diagnostic tests (Saf-T-Test™), and a sustainable BetterGoods™ line. Products are sold primarily through veterinary distributors in 30+ countries to veterinary clinics.

Product overview

KVP International offers an extensive portfolio of physical veterinary products, not a unified software platform. The product lineup centers on three core categories: (1) Recovery/Protective Products including the Classic collar line (Betsy, Check, QuickFit, Saf-T-Clear, Saf-T-Shield, BiteNot, Bite Free), Preferred collar collection (EZ Soft, EZ Clear, EZ Flex, KONG Cloud, No Flap, Copper Body, ClearChoice, Calmer E-Collar), and Exotics-specific collars; (2) Rehabilitation & Orthopedic Support through the Balto line including knee braces, elbow braces, hock braces, splints, fracture braces, shoulder supports, hip dysplasia braces, mobility harnesses, and neck braces; (3) Surgical Supplies encompassing drapes, instrument wraps, surgical towels, feeding/dosing needles, urethral catheters, and extensive IV therapy products including extension sets, T-connectors, cannulas, and fluid pumps; (4) Patient Care products including muzzles, leads, ID bands, grooming tools, kennels pads, and farewell bags; (5) Renewables sustainable line featuring BetterGloves, BetterCollars, BetterVials, BetterCleanse, and BetterWrap; (6) Diagnostics through the Saf-T-Test brand including rapid tests for parvovirus, giardia, FeLV/FIV, FIP, pancreatitis, cardiac health, pregnancy (ruminants), and 4DX; and (7) Nutrition products including Mendy Chews. KVP also distributes the complete KONG pet toy catalog exclusively in the veterinary channel.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Saf-T-Test™: Line of rapid diagnostic tests including ParvoPro™, GiardiaPro™, and other point-of-care diagnostics for veterinary use.
• BetterGoods™
• Balto®

Products and services

• Classic E-Collars Collection Core line of traditional Elizabethan recovery collars including Saf-T-Shield™, Betsy™, Betsy™ Clear, Check™, QuickFit™, Saf-T-Clear™, BiteNot™, and Bite Free™ for post-surgical wound protection in dogs, cats, and exotic pets.
• Preferred E-Collars Collection Premium soft and clear e-collar line including EZ Soft™, EZ Clear™, EZ Flex™, KONG® Cloud™, No Flap™ Ear Wrap, Copper Body®, ClearChoice™, and Calmer E-Collar™ designed for extended wear with enhanced comfort features like EasyFeed™ opening.
• Exotic Pet E-Collars
• Balto® Orthopedic Rehabilitation Braces
• Surgical Drapes and Linens
• IV Therapy Products
• SensiSorb™ CO2 Absorbent
• Feeding & Dosing Needles and Urethral Catheters
• Patient Care & Handling Products
• Clinical Hygiene Products
• BetterGoods™ Sustainable Product Line
• Saf-T-Test™ Rapid Diagnostics
• Mendy Chews™ Nutritional Supplement
• KONG® Veterinary Distribution Full KONG® pet toy catalog including Classic, Extreme, Puppy, and specialty chew toys distributed exclusively through KVP in the veterinary industry, addressing chewing, teething, separation anxiety, boredom, and crate training needs.
• SafePath-IVD CDMO Diagnostics Services Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) services for diagnostics leveraging SafePath-IVD's FDA, ISO 13485, and USDA licensed facilities in Carlsbad, California, serving both veterinary and human health markets.

Quantifiable outcome

• 80% of world's e-collars manufactured by KVP
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core, growth and minor.

• SafePath-IVDcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 December 2025KVP acquired SafePath-IVD, a diagnostics manufacturer based in Carlsbad, California, to expand veterinary and human diagnostics capabilities. SafePath-IVD will continue as KVP's research, development and manufacturing partner while growing its CDMO diagnostics business. The company holds FDA, ISO 13485 and USDA licenses.
• KONG CompanycoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerKVP is the exclusive distributor of KONG products in the veterinary industry. This 20+ year partnership brings KONG toys and products to veterinary clinics through KVP's distribution network. KONG products address dog needs including chewing, teething, separation anxiety, boredom, and crate training.
• EU Distributor PartnersgrowthChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEight new EU distributor partners added as part of KVP's global expansion strategy. A dedicated EU distribution center is under development (completion by end of 2025) to support regional distribution capabilities.
• Latin American Distributor PartnersgrowthChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThree new Latin American distributors added to serve LATAM markets as part of KVP's international expansion initiatives across both established and emerging markets.
• ZoetisminorGTM or Marketing PartnerZoetis partnered with KVP at VMX and WVC 2025 tradeshow events as part of KVP's sustainability initiatives and marketing activities.
• MWI Animal HealthcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor US veterinary distributor and KVP channel partner offering KVP products to veterinary clinics nationwide. Part of KVP's established distributor network.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Midmark Corporation: Veterinary medical equipment and supplies manufacturer with overlapping categories in surgical and procedural products, patient care, and clinic consumables. Most directly comparable manufacturer of vet clinic physical products in North America.
• Jorgensen Laboratories (JorVet): Veterinary surgical instruments, supplies, and consumables manufacturer serving companion animal practices. Direct peer to KVP's surgical drapes, catheters, needles, and IV therapy products through veterinary distribution channels.
• DRE Veterinary: Supplier of new and refurbished veterinary medical equipment, surgical instruments, and clinic supplies. Compares to KVP as another multi-category veterinary product supplier with overlapping product breadth for clinics.
• VetOne: Animal health products brand focused on consumables, recovery products, and clinic supplies distributed through veterinary channels. Direct peer to KVP's recovery and consumables categories.
• Veterinary Instrumentation Ltd: UK-based veterinary surgical instruments and consumables manufacturer. Comparable to KVP EU Limited's vet product supply into UK and EU clinics, with overlapping surgical and consumables SKUs.

Broad incumbents

• Zoetis Inc. Global animal health giant with diagnostics, surgical products, and consumables. Notable because KVP has partnered with Zoetis on sustainability initiatives at VMX and WVC 2025; competes in diagnostics with KVP's Saf-T-Test line.
• IDEXX Laboratories: Dominant veterinary diagnostics company. Most relevant adjacent competitor to KVP's expanding diagnostics franchise via SafePath-IVD, operating at vastly larger scale in the same end-market.
• Patterson Veterinary (Patterson Companies): Major US veterinary supply distributor and owner of multiple animal health product brands. Both a KVP channel partner and a broader competitor supplying competing consumables, equipment, and proprietary brands to clinics.
• Covetrus: Global animal health distribution and technology company. Distributes KVP products while also offering competing veterinary consumables, pharmacy, and proprietary products through the same channels.
• Heska Corporation (Mars Petcare): Veterinary diagnostics and specialty products company, now owned by Mars Petcare. Comparable to KVP's diagnostic ambitions via SafePath-IVD and relevant as a scale incumbent in animal health diagnostics.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@kvpvet

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A2 records

Investments

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