VetMeasure

VetMeasure, founded in September 2015 by Kevin Maher, operated in the animal health technology sector. Based in Ames, Iowa, the company focused on developing remote health monitoring solutions for canines, specifically targeting veterinary professionals. The firm's core business involved creating a technology infrastructure to enhance animal health services within veterinary medicine.

The company's flagship product was the MeasureON! smart harness, a wearable monitor for dogs launched at the Veterinary Meeting & Expo (VMX) in 2020. This device was designed to provide continuous, real-time monitoring of a canine's vital signs, including temperature, heart rate, respiratory rate, and ECG readings. The primary benefit for veterinarians was the ability to track a patient's health status remotely, whether in or out of the clinic, which is particularly useful for pre- and post-surgical monitoring. The technology aimed to allow for earlier intervention by providing a constant stream of physiological data, a departure from traditional intermittent checks. By assisting veterinary hospitals in updating their patient monitoring protocols, VetMeasure enabled remote access to patient data.

VetMeasure's business model centered on the sale of its hardware, the MeasureON! harness, to veterinary practices. The company engaged with early adopter hospitals to demonstrate the utility of its continuous monitoring solution. While the company raised approximately $1.82 million through various funding rounds, including grants and venture capital, PitchBook data indicates that the company is now out of business as of October 2024.

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