VIRBAC CORPORATION ACQUIRES VOHC ACCEPTANCE FOR C.E.T.® VEGGIEDENT® TARTAR CONTROL CHEWS

11/01/2013

These vegetable-based dental chews received the Seal of Acceptance from the Veterinary Oral Health Council.

FORT WORTH, TX—November 1, 2013 – Virbac Corporation announces that it will now display the highly regarded Seal of Acceptance from the Veterinary Oral Health Council (VOHC) on their C.E.T.® VEGGIEDENT® Chews. Both the small and regular sizes of the chews were awarded the Seal of Acceptance in September 2013 after the VOHC reviewed trial data. The seal was awarded to VEGGIEDENT Chews for its ability to protect against tartar (calculus) build up on the teeth of dogs.

In response to the recent acceptance, Michael Walsh, Senior Marketing Manager, released this statement: “Virbac is pleased to announce the addition of the VOHC seal to C.E.T. VEGGIEDENT Chews. As a leader in veterinary dental healthcare, Virbac continues to believe that the best option for the patient starts with a personalized oral health protocol and recommendations established between the veterinarian and pet owner. Virbac has a long and respected history as a partner and resource for veterinarians in both in‐clinic and home dental care products. This includes a broad portfolio of product options, as well as in-clinic educational support.”

“We strongly believe that our 25-year history of professional support, along with practical and clinical product use, provides veterinarians with credibility in recommending these trusted and established C.E.T. Home Dental Care brand products. As always, we will continue to investigate and evaluate additional options to help promote veterinary dentistry, including scientific studies, VOHC seals, CE sponsorships, new products, educational materials, and other opportunities.”

About Virbac Corporation
Virbac develops, manufactures, and distributes a wide range of products and services intended for the prevention and treatment of common pathologies in companion animals. Virbac Corporation U.S., located in Fort Worth, Texas, is a leading companion animal health company offering products in the heartworm, tick and flea, dermatology, antibiotic, endocrinology, senior care, behavior, critical care nutrition, and oral hygiene markets. Virbac products are available to pet owners exclusively through a veterinarian. For more information about Virbac Corporation and the company’s products, please visit www.virbacvet.com.

About C.E.T. VEGGIEDENT Tartar Control Chews
VEGGIEDENT Chews are highly palatable, vegetable-based chews that are free of animal protein and wheat gluten. Given once daily, they have been proven to reduce plaque, calculus, and halitosis1. Their exclusive “Z” shape helps prolong chewing time in dogs and improves pet owners’ efforts to keep dogs’ teeth clean and healthy. For more information, visit www.virbacvet.com or contact Michael Walsh at 682-647-3546.

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Reference: 1. Clarke DE, Kelman M, Perkins N. Effectiveness of a vegetable dental chew on periodontal disease parameters in toy dog breeds. J Vet Dent. 2011;28(4):230–235.