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About Zoetis

Zoetis is the world's largest animal health company, dedicated exclusively to the health and well-being of animals. With a heritage spanning over 70 years in animal health innovation, Zoetis discovers, develops, manufactures, and commercializes medicines, vaccines, diagnostic products, genetic tests, biodevices, and services for livestock and companion animals. The company operates in more than 100 countries with approximately 14,100 employees globally, generating over $8 billion in annual revenue. For dairy producers, Zoetis offers the most comprehensive portfolio of animal health solutions including the CLARIFIDE Plus genomic testing platform, industry-leading mastitis prevention and treatment products, reproductive management solutions, vaccines for respiratory and infectious diseases, and digital monitoring systems like Smartbow.

Company Details

Headquarters:
Parsippany, New Jersey, USA
Founded:
1952 (as Pfizer Animal Health); Independent since 2013
Website:
https://www.zoetis.com

Product Categories

Zoetis operates across multiple segments of the dairy industry, providing solutions in the following areas:

  • Genomic & Parentage Testing
  • Mastitis & Udder Health Treatments
  • Pharmaceuticals, Vaccines, & Biologicals
  • Reproductive Management Tools & Software
  • Activity, Heat Detection & Location Systems
  • Diagnostics & Laboratory Services
  • Colostrum Management Products
  • Youngstock Health & Growth Monitoring

Products & Solutions by Zoetis

Explore the complete range of products and services offered by Zoetis for dairy farming operations:

BANAMINE

BANAMINE (flunixin meglumine) is Zoetis's non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) for cattle, providing relief from pain, fever, and inflammation. As the most widely used NSAID in bovine practice, BANAMINE is essential for treating endotoxemia associated with acute mastitis, respiratory disease, and gastrointestinal conditions. The injectable formulation provides rapid onset of action, reducing fever and endotoxin effects to improve animal comfort and treatment outcomes.

BOVI-SHIELD GOLD FP 5

BOVI-SHIELD GOLD FP 5 is Zoetis's modified-live virus (MLV) respiratory and reproductive vaccine providing comprehensive protection against the major viral pathogens affecting cattle: IBR, BVD Types 1 & 2, PI3, and BRSV. The 'FP' designation indicates fetal protection claims, making this vaccine essential for breeding programs where preventing reproductive losses from BVD and IBR is critical.

BOVI-SHIELD GOLD FP 5 VL5

BOVI-SHIELD GOLD FP 5 VL5 combines Zoetis's comprehensive respiratory/reproductive viral protection with Vibrio (Campylobacter fetus) and 5-way Leptospira coverage. This 10-way vaccine is ideal for cow-calf and breeding programs where both viral and bacterial reproductive pathogens pose risks, providing all-in-one protection in a single convenient vaccination.

BOVI-SHIELD GOLD ONE SHOT

BOVI-SHIELD GOLD ONE SHOT is Zoetis's single-dose modified-live virus (MLV) vaccine providing protection against the major viral causes of bovine respiratory disease (BRD) including IBR, BVD Types 1 and 2, BRSV, and PI3. Designed for cattle with unknown vaccination history or those needing rapid protection, ONE SHOT eliminates the need for a booster dose while still providing effective respiratory and reproductive disease prevention.

Bovishield Gold FP5 VL5

Complete guide to Bovishield Gold FP5 VL5 vaccine including protection spectrum, usage, and vaccination program integration.

CLARIFIDE Plus

CLARIFIDE Plus predicts health traits and genetic merit in dairy cattle. Learn about wellness traits, pricing, ROI (+$1,650/cow lifetime), and implementation strategies.

CYDECTIN

CYDECTIN (moxidectin) is Zoetis's broad-spectrum endectocide for cattle, providing control of internal parasites (gastrointestinal worms, lungworm) and external parasites (grubs, lice, mites). Moxidectin offers the longest persistent activity of any macrocyclic lactone parasiticide, with protection against Ostertagia ostertagi extending to 35+ days post-treatment. Available as injectable and pour-on formulations, CYDECTIN is particularly valuable for strategic deworming when extended protection against pasture reinfection is desired.

Clarifide Plus Genomic Testing

Comprehensive genomic testing that provides production, health, and wellness trait predictions for dairy cattle.

DECTOMAX

DECTOMAX (doramectin) is Zoetis's broad-spectrum parasiticide for cattle, providing effective control of internal parasites (gastrointestinal roundworms, lungworms) and external parasites (grubs, lice, mange mites). Available as injectable and pour-on formulations, DECTOMAX belongs to the macrocyclic lactone class and provides persistent activity against reinfection for weeks after treatment, making it ideal for strategic deworming programs in dairy and beef cattle.

Draxxin (Tulathromycin)

Draxxin is a long-acting macrolide antibiotic for BRD treatment and control, providing extended therapy from a single injection.

EAZI-BREED CIDR

EAZI-BREED CIDR (Controlled Internal Drug Release) is Zoetis's intravaginal progesterone-releasing insert that revolutionized estrous synchronization in dairy and beef cattle. Containing 1.38 grams of progesterone, the CIDR insert is the cornerstone of modern timed artificial insemination (TAI) protocols including Ovsynch, 5-Day CO-Synch, and Presynch-Ovsynch programs. By providing exogenous progesterone, CIDR induces cyclicity in non-cycling cows and tightens estrus synchronization for improved pregnancy rates to fixed-time AI.

ENVIRACOR J-5

ENVIRACOR J-5 is Zoetis's coliform mastitis vaccine, containing an E. coli J5 bacterin that provides broad-spectrum protection against gram-negative bacteria including E. coli, Klebsiella, and Enterobacter species. Administered as a 3-dose subcutaneous vaccination series around dry-off and calving, ENVIRACOR J-5 reduces the severity of clinical coliform mastitis cases that can cost $100-$300 per occurrence in treatment, discarded milk, and production loss.

Excede Injectable

Complete guide to Excede ceftiofur antibiotic for treatment of respiratory disease and foot rot in dairy and beef cattle.

Excenel RTU EZ

Excenel RTU EZ is a ready-to-use ceftiofur injection for treating bovine respiratory disease and foot rot, with convenient no-mixing formulation.

FACTREL

FACTREL (gonadorelin) is Zoetis's GnRH (gonadotropin-releasing hormone) injection used to induce ovulation in dairy and beef cattle. As an essential component of timed AI protocols like Ovsynch, FACTREL causes LH release from the pituitary gland, triggering ovulation of the dominant follicle. FACTREL is also the treatment of choice for ovarian follicular cysts, which affect 10-15% of dairy cows and cause significant reproductive losses.

Fertagyl

Fertagyl (gonadorelin) is Zoetis's alternative GnRH product for inducing ovulation and treating ovarian cysts in dairy and beef cattle. Containing gonadorelin acetate, Fertagyl provides the same LH-releasing action as FACTREL and is used interchangeably in synchronization protocols. Some practitioners prefer Fertagyl for its packaging options and formulation characteristics.

First Defense

First Defense is Zoetis's oral antibody product for newborn calves, providing immediate passive protection against the three most common causes of calf scours: rotavirus, coronavirus, and K99 E. coli. Administered as a gel or bolus at birth, First Defense delivers targeted immunoglobulins directly to the gut where scours pathogens attack, complementing colostrum management for comprehensive neonatal protection.

Inforce 3

Inforce 3 is Zoetis's intranasal respiratory vaccine for cattle, providing rapid mucosal immunity against IBR, BRSV, and PI3 viruses. Administered as a 1 mL spray into one nostril, Inforce 3 is particularly valuable for calves as young as 1 week of age and can be given in the face of maternal antibodies that might interfere with injectable vaccines. The intranasal route stimulates local immunity at the site of infection—the respiratory tract—providing faster protection than systemic vaccination.

LUTALYSE

LUTALYSE (dinoprost tromethamine) is Zoetis's original prostaglandin F2α product, the gold standard for estrous synchronization and reproductive management in dairy and beef cattle. With a standard 5 mL dose containing 25 mg dinoprost, LUTALYSE causes regression of the corpus luteum (luteolysis) to bring cows into heat within 2-5 days. It's a foundational tool for Presynch-Ovsynch protocols, treatment of pyometra, and induction of abortion.

LUTALYSE HighCon

LUTALYSE HighCon Injection is Zoetis's concentrated prostaglandin F2α (dinoprost tromethamine) formulation that delivers the same 25 mg active dose as original LUTALYSE in a convenient 2 mL volume instead of 5 mL. This high-concentration formula reduces injection site reactions, speeds up large-group handling, and provides more doses per bottle—making it the preferred choice for high-volume dairy and beef operations implementing synchronization protocols.

Lutalyse (Dinoprost)

Complete guide to Lutalyse prostaglandin for dairy cattle synchronization, protocols, and reproductive management.

Orbeseal Teat Sealant

Orbeseal provides non-antibiotic dry cow protection through internal teat sealant that physically prevents bacterial entry during the dry period.

Pirsue (Pirlimycin)

Pirsue offers targeted gram-positive mastitis treatment with pirlimycin, featuring excellent tissue penetration and a short milk withdrawal period.

SPECTRAMAST DC

SPECTRAMAST DC (ceftiofur hydrochloride) is Zoetis's dry cow intramammary antibiotic for treating existing subclinical mastitis infections at dry-off and preventing new infections during the dry period. As a third-generation cephalosporin, SPECTRAMAST DC provides broad-spectrum activity against major mastitis pathogens including Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus dysgalactiae, Streptococcus uberis, and E. coli, with proven cure rates and convenient single-tube administration per quarter.

Smartbow

Comprehensive guide to Smartbow's unique real-time location tracking combined with health and fertility monitoring for large-scale dairy operations.

Spectramast LC

Spectramast LC provides broad-spectrum mastitis treatment with ceftiofur hydrochloride, offering extended activity against both gram-positive and gram-negative pathogens.

Zoetis WITNESS Diagnostics

Zoetis WITNESS diagnostic tests provide rapid, accurate on-farm detection of diseases including BVD, pregnancy status, and mastitis for immediate herd management.

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