STILLMEADOW, Inc. – Drug Development, Toxicology, Animal Health

Animal Health

Ensuring Animal Health and Safety for Over 30 Years

Trust STILLMEADOW, Inc. for expert animal health studies. Our commitment to advancing animal health encompasses a wide range of services designed to ensure the well-being of both companion pets and farm animals. With a focus on GLP-compliant efficacy and safety testing, we strive to guarantee the reliability of products before they reach the market.


Comprehensive Animal Health Services

  • Our expertise covers a variety of species, including pets and livestock.
  • We provide tailored testing protocols to meet the specific needs of different animals and products.


Efficacy and Safety Testing

  • We conduct rigorous efficacy testing to ensure products perform as intended.
  • Safety testing is meticulously carried out to protect animal health and prevent adverse effects.

Companion Animals

  • Custom protocol design
  • GLP compliance
  • Flea, ticks, mosquito efficacy and repellency
  • Stable flies (Stomoxys calcitrans), and ticks are purchased as needed
  • Specialized veterinary consultation available

Types of Companion Animal Health Studies

  • Companion animal safety studies
  • Safety studies in heartworm positive animals
  • Efficacy studies with a variety of ectoparasites, including fleas, ticks, mites, mosquitos and flies. See our Entomology page for other insect and pest testing.
  • Efficacy studies with a variety of endoparasites, including heartworms, roundworms, hookworms and whipworms.
  • Simulated home environment
  • Flea allergy dermatitis (FAD)
  • Behavioral studies with videotaping capability
  • Dental studies
  • Palatability studies
  • Videography of tick behavior (in vitro and in vivo)

Farm Animal Health

  • We provide testing within the laboratory or under farm and pasture conditions
  • Custom protocols designed to meet your individual submission needs
  • GLP compliance or non-GLP as needed for regulatory submissions
  • Complete hematology and serum chemistry available
  • Large animal veterinary consultation available

Pharmacokinetic/Toxicokinetic Studies

  • PK studies using radio labeled compounds or trace analytes
  • Absorption, Distribution, metabolization, and excretion (ADME)
  • Support for preclinical efficacy and safety studies
  • Metabolite analysis

Types of Farm Animal Studies

  • Efficacy and safety studies in swine, sheep, cattle, horses, goats, chickens and other related animals

Frequently Asked Questions

STILLMEADOW, Inc.: Your Trusted Partner in Animal Health Product Testing  At STILLMEADOW, Inc., we understand the importance of ensuring the safety and efficacy of animal health products before they reach the market. With our comprehensive testing services and studies, we offer unmatched expertise to support the development and regulatory approval of veterinary pharmaceuticals, biologics, and medical products.
Our Services:
  • Safety Studies: We conduct a wide range of safety studies to evaluate the potential risks associated with animal health products.
  • Efficacy Testing: Our efficacy testing services help demonstrate the effectiveness of pharmaceuticals, vaccines, and other products in preventing, controlling, or treating various animal diseases.
  • Compliance Testing: We ensure compliance with regulatory requirements set forth by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), providing essential data to support product registration and approval.

EPA and FDA FAQs

The EPA typically requires studies such as environmental fate and ecological effects assessments for pesticides and other chemical products intended for veterinary use. 

The FDA mandates rigorous safety and efficacy testing for veterinary pharmaceuticals, vaccines, and medical devices to ensure the health and well-being of animals.

At STILLMEADOW, Inc., we are committed to delivering reliable and timely results to support the development and registration of animal health products. 

Contact us today to learn more about how our testing services can benefit your animal health products.