What SpectraVET does

SpectraVET designs and manufactures battery-operated photobiomodulation (PBM) and laser therapy devices for veterinary applications. Founded in 1996 by Peter Jenkins in New Zealand as SpectraMedics, the company pivoted to a veterinary-exclusive focus in 1999 under the SpectraVET brand and reincorporated in the United States in 2005 as SpectraVET Inc., now headquartered in Coeymans Hollow, NY. The product architecture is modular: two control units (PRO2 and ZEUS) accept interchangeable laser and LED probes spanning wavelengths from 405 nm (violet, for dental disinfection) through 904 nm (super-pulsed infrared), with specialized probes for deep tissue, acupuncture/trigger points, dental/intra-oral use, wound healing, antibacterial blue-light treatment, and superficial tendons. The system supports companion animals, equine athletes, working dogs, zoo and wildlife species, and customization is offered for OEM and exotic-animal requirements.

The company's technology rests on low-intensity coherent light delivery — continuous wave and super-pulsed laser modalities plus LED emitters — to stimulate biological tissue processes for pain relief, inflammation reduction, and wound healing. The PRO2 unit includes a 180-second timer, twelve modulation frequencies from CW through 100 Hz, multiple safety interlocks, and an anodized aluminum enclosure; the ZEUS is a lighter-weight unit with a 5-year extended care warranty, remote interlock, and auto-standby. Probes use protruding individual lenses designed to penetrate animal hair coats efficiently, and the products carry IEC 60825-1, IEC 60601-1-2, and 21 CFR 1040.10 (FDA CDRH) compliance.

SpectraVET sells capital equipment through a worldwide network of specialist distributors and authorized service centers covering North America, Australia, New Zealand, UK/Europe (via TFT Electronics Ltd), and Rest-of-World inquiries handled directly from the US headquarters. Accessories and replacement parts (probe cables at $20, power supplies and holsters at $90 each) are sold direct through the company's e-commerce storefront, generating low-ticket recurring revenue from the installed base. Customer segments span veterinary clinics (primary), physical therapy and rehabilitation, wildlife rehabilitation centers, zoos, equestrian competitors and trainers, and individual owners. The company is founder-owned, privately held, and bootstrapped, with no external funding rounds disclosed.

Name

SpectraVET

Legal name

SpectraVET Inc.

Website

https://spectravet.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1996

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

SpectraVET designs and manufactures modular battery-operated photobiomodulation laser and LED therapy devices (PRO2 and ZEUS control units with interchangeable probes) for veterinary clinics, equine athletes, wildlife rehabilitators, zoos, and animal owners, selling globally through specialist distributors and direct e-commerce for accessories.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Veterinary Medical Devices

NAICS

Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (334510), Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (3345)

SIC

Electromedical & Electrotherapeutic Apparatus (3845), Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841)

akta.pro primary industry

Rehabilitation & Physical Therapy Devices (Laser, Hydrotherapy, TENS) (HLAMAFAK)

akta.pro secondary industry

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

Keywords

• Veterinary laser therapy
• Photobiomodulation devices
• Therapeutic laser equipment
• Animal rehabilitation equipment
• Veterinary medical devices

Headquarters

HQ city

Coeymans Hollow

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Therapeutic Laser Device Sales: Sale of control units (PRO2, ZEUS) and laser/LED probes as capital equipment. These are durable goods sold as one-time purchases with a 5-year warranty. The company designs and manufactures these products for veterinary, physical therapy, and rehabilitation applications.
2. Accessories and Replacement Parts: Sale of accessories including probe cables ($20 each or 2/$36), replacement power supplies ($90), holsters ($90 each). These provide recurring revenue opportunities from the installed base of control unit customers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

SpectraVET designs and manufactures veterinary therapeutic laser and LED photobiomodulation (PBM) devices, sold as a modular system of battery-operated control units (PRO2 and ZEUS) and interchangeable probes (super-pulsed, multi-diode, single-diode, dental, Acutip, and LED probes). Products are used by veterinarians, animal physiotherapists, and rehabilitation specialists to deliver drug-free, non-invasive pain relief, inflammation reduction, and tissue healing for performance animals, pets, and wildlife. The company also provides accessories, replacement parts, and customization of probe powers/wavelengths for unique clinical, research, and OEM requirements.

Product overview

SpectraVET offers a comprehensive veterinary photobiomodulation/laser therapy product line centered around two battery-operated control units (PRO2 and ZEUS) that accept interchangeable probes. The system architecture is modular: the control units serve as the platform, while the probe portfolio includes laser probes (super-pulsed multi-diode probes for efficient hair-coat penetration, general purpose multi-diode probes for large areas, single-diode DEEP probes for precise targeting, dental probes for intra-oral applications, and Acutip probes for acupuncture/trigger points) and LED probes (wound healing, antibacterial, and tendon probes). Accessories include probe cables, replacement power supplies, and protective holsters. All probes are interchangeable between control units, and the system supports small animal, large animal, and specialty veterinary applications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• PRO2 Control Unit Battery-operated, hand-held control unit for veterinary therapeutic laser and LED applications, featuring a 180-second treatment timer, multiple dosage timing options (10–180 seconds), modulation frequencies (CW plus 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 15, 20, 25, 50, 75, 100 Hz), and safety features including key switch, interlock, 4-second emission delay, and watchdog timer. Compatible with all interchangeable SpectraVET laser and LED probes. Sold to veterinarians, physiotherapists, and rehabilitation practices.
• ZEUS Control Unit Lightweight, battery-operated control unit for veterinary therapeutic laser and LED use, with a 20-second timer (60 or 120 seconds available on request), continuous wave frequency (10 Hz at 50% duty cycle available on request), and safety features including key switch, watchdog timer, remote interlock connector, and auto-standby after 5 minutes. Compatible with all interchangeable SpectraVET probes and backed by a 5-year extended care warranty. Sold to veterinarians, physiotherapists, and rehabilitation practices.
• Super-Pulsed P12 Multi-Probe (904-600S P12-MULTI) Super-pulsed laser probe with 12 protruding individual lenses for efficient light delivery through animal hair coats, delivering 600 mW average and 300 W peak power at 904 nm wavelength. Delivers 1 Joule in 20 seconds per laser at 36 Joules/minute total dose. Class 3R laser classification. Indicated for inflammation, tissue repair, deep tissue, and long thick coats. Interchangeable with PRO2 and ZEUS control units.
• Super-Pulsed P4 Multi-Probe (904-200S P4-MULTI) Super-pulsed laser probe with 4 protruding individual lenses for efficient light delivery through animal fur, delivering 200 mW average and 100 W peak power at 904 nm wavelength. Delivers 12 Joules/minute total dose. Indicated for inflammation and tissue repair. Interchangeable with PRO2 and ZEUS control units.
• General Purpose P4 Multi-Probe (810-1000 P4-MULTI) Near-infrared multi-diode probe with 4 individual lenses for efficient light delivery past hair and fur, delivering 1000 mW total power at 810 nm wavelength. Indicated for deeper penetration, inflammation, and tissue repair. Interchangeable with PRO2 and ZEUS control units.
• L-MULTI Probes (810-2000/3000/4000 L-MULTI) General-purpose multi-diode probes with 4 laser diodes for covering large areas quickly. Available in 2000 mW (4x500mW), 3000 mW (4x750mW), and 4000 mW (4x1000mW) configurations at 810 nm wavelength. Indicated for analgesia, large areas, deep tissue, inflammation, and tissue repair. Interchangeable with PRO2 and ZEUS control units.
• DEEP Tissue Probes (810-500/750/1000 DEEP) General-purpose single-diode probes at 810 nm wavelength for precise deep tissue targeting. Available in 500 mW (Class 3B), 750 mW (Class 4), and 1000 mW (Class 4) configurations. Indicated for analgesia, trigger points, tissue repair, and inflammation. Interchangeable with PRO2 and ZEUS control units.
• Dental Probes (x-100-DENTAL) Special-purpose dental single-diode probes with intra-oral/aural light guide. Available in 405 nm violet (100 mW) for disinfection/anti-bacterial, 605 nm red (100 mW) for wound healing and vital pulp therapy, and 810 nm infrared (100 mW) for analgesia and desensitisation. Indicated for veterinary dental and intra-oral applications. Interchangeable with PRO2 and ZEUS control units.
• Acutip Probe (810-250-ACUTIP / 650-100-ACUTIP) Special-purpose probe for acupuncture points, small joints, and myofascial trigger points, with an elliptical spot size for precision application. Available in 810 nm infrared (250 mW) and 650 nm red (100 mW) configurations. Interchangeable with PRO2 and ZEUS control units.
• LED Wound Probe (660-1500 LED-WOUND) Visible red LED probe for superficial applications, delivering 1500 mW total output from 3 emitters at 660 nm wavelength. Indicated for superficial tendons and wound healing. Interchangeable with PRO2 and ZEUS control units.
• LED Antibacterial Probe (445-2000 LED-ANTIBAC) Blue LED probe for antibacterial treatments, delivering 2000 mW total output from 3 emitters at 445 nm wavelength. Indicated for anti-bacterial treatment, wounds, ulcers, burns, and dermal issues. Interchangeable with PRO2 and ZEUS control units.
• Laser Tendon Probe (850-1000-LED-Tendon) Near-infrared single LED probe for superficial tendons, wounds, tissue repair, anti-inflammatory effects, and analgesia, delivering 1000 mW total output at 850 nm wavelength. Indicated for superficial tendinopathies and skin wounds. Interchangeable with PRO2 and ZEUS control units.
• Probe Cable (PRB-CBL) User-replaceable replacement probe cable for the SpectraVET range of control units and probes. Priced at $20 each or 2 for $36. Sold directly through the SpectraVET e-commerce site and via distributors.
• Replacement Power Supply (PWR-SPY) Replacement power supply/charger compatible with PRO Series and ZEUS control units. Priced at $90 each. Sold directly through the SpectraVET e-commerce site and via distributors.
• PRO Holster (PRO-Holster) Protective holster with shoulder strap for PRO Series control units. Priced at $90 each (currently backordered). Sold directly through the SpectraVET e-commerce site and via distributors.
• ZEUS Holster (ZEUS_Holster) Protective holster with shoulder strap for SpectraVET ZEUS control units. Priced at $90 each. Sold directly through the SpectraVET e-commerce site and via distributors.

Quantifiable outcome

• Improvements often seen within 1-5 treatments
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature11 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered primary and minor.

• TFT Electronics LtdprimaryChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUK & Europe distributor for SpectraVET products. Located at Unit 1, Skeld Industrial Estate, Shetland, ZE2 9NL, United Kingdom. Contact: +44 (0)1595 860765. Website: tftelectronics.co.uk/SpectraVet.html
• SpectraVET New Zealand (Distributor)primaryChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNew Zealand regional distributor contact. Located in Te Awamutu. Contact: +64 21406515. Website: spectravet.co.nz
• SpectraVET Australia (Distributor)primaryChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAustralian regional distributor. Located at 248 Onkaparinga Valley Road, Oakbank, 5243. Contact: +61 2 8215 0687. Website: spectravet.com.au
• Avian Haven Wild Bird RehabilitationminorOthersNon-profit wildlife rehabilitation organization receiving SpectraVET support. Located in Maine, USA.
• Point Defiance Zoo & AquariumminorOthersZoo and aquarium in Tacoma, Washington receiving SpectraVET product support for wildlife rehabilitation and animal wellness programs.
• Synergy; A Rescue, Rehab, & Sanctuary for Special Need AnimalsminorOthersAnimal rescue and sanctuary organization for special needs animals receiving SpectraVET support.
• Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of MinnesotaminorOthersWildlife rehabilitation center in Minnesota receiving SpectraVET support for animal treatment programs.
• Woodland Park ZoominorOthersZoo in Seattle, Washington receiving SpectraVET product support for animal wellness programs.
• Betsy & Jesse Steiner DressageminorOthersSpectraVET ambassador in dressage equestrian sport. Website: steinerdressage.com
• Bruce Goodin - Show JumpingminorOthersInternational show jumping athlete supported by SpectraVET. Based in New Zealand. Facebook: Bruce Goodin Showjumper.
• Hardford Farm - Hunters & JumpersminorOthersSpectraVET ambassador farm for hunters and jumpers equestrian disciplines. Facebook: Hardford Farm.
• Kim Gentry DressageminorOthersSpectraVET ambassador in dressage. Website: kimgentrydressage.com
• Lynn Symansky - EventingminorOthersEventing athlete supported by SpectraVET. Website: symanskyequestrian.com
• Payne Equestrian Sports Services and SalesminorOthersSpectraVET ambassador for equestrian sports services. Website: pe3s.com
• Richardson Eventing Pty Ltd (AUS)minorOthersAustralian eventing operation supported by SpectraVET. Website: richardsoneventing.com

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• LiteCure / Companion Animal Health: LiteCure's Companion Therapy Laser is one of the most widely adopted veterinary laser therapy systems in North America, offering Class IV laser units for companion animal clinics. Directly competes with SpectraVET's PRO2 and ZEUS in the same veterinary practice channel.
• Multi Radiance Medical: Multi Radiance manufactures super-pulsed laser and PBM devices for veterinary and human applications. Their MR4 Aktiv and Vectra products compete head-to-head with SpectraVET's super-pulsed probes in the vet rehab and equine market.
• Cutting Edge Laser Technologies: Cutting Edge produces veterinary and equine laser therapy devices (LTE and M6 series) using multiple wavelengths. Directly competes with SpectraVET for equine and small animal veterinary clinics selling therapeutic laser systems.
• Respond Systems: Respond Systems manufactures veterinary laser and pulsed electromagnetic field therapy devices, including the Respond 2400 and Luminex laser systems. Closely comparable to SpectraVET in targeted veterinary clinics and equine practices.
• Aspen Laser Systems: Aspen Lasers produces high-power Class IV laser therapy devices for veterinary and medical use. Their Apex and Pinnacle series compete with SpectraVET in veterinary rehab and pain management applications.
• Thor Photomedicine: Thor Photomedicine is a leading PBM technology company founded by photobiomodulation researchers. Comparable as a PBM laser manufacturer, with overlapping science references (including work by Prof. Tiina Karu) cited by SpectraVET.

Broad incumbents

• BTL Group: BTL is a large medical device company with a broad rehabilitation and aesthetics portfolio including PBM/laser therapy devices. Operates as a broad incumbent offering overlapping laser therapy capabilities but not specialized in veterinary.
• Chattanooga Group (DJO/Global): Chattanooga/DJO is a major rehabilitation equipment manufacturer with laser therapy units (e.g., Vectra Genisys) used in human and some veterinary PT settings. Competes as a broad incumbent in the rehab channel rather than the vet-specialist niche.

Emerging players

• Phoenix Thera-Lase Systems: Phoenix Thera-Lase manufactures Class IV veterinary therapy lasers with a focus on companion animal clinics. An emerging player with partial overlap to SpectraVET's product portfolio and target market.

Regional players

• Laserex Technologies: Laserex Technologies is an Australian veterinary laser manufacturer serving the Australasian market. Comparable product type (veterinary therapeutic lasers) but regional rather than global distribution footprint.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/SpectraVET

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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