Novio's test uses third-generation sequencing to analyze your pet's oral microbiome — the community of bacteria living in their mouth. This can flag imbalances linked to dental disease and related health risks, often before visible symptoms appear.
The test is currently available for cats and dogs.
At home. You order a kit, collect a simple oral swab from your pet yourself, and mail it to our lab — no vet visit or sedation required.
Yes. It's a quick swab of the mouth — no needles, no sedation, and no discomfort involved.
A regular checkup typically catches dental disease once it's already visible. Our test looks at the oral microbiome itself, which can surface risk factors earlier — often before a vet exam would.
Third-generation sequencing, combined with our own growing database of pet oral and gut microbiome data, built specifically for accuracy in cats and dogs.
The large majority of pets develop some form of dental disease in their lifetime. Left unaddressed, the usual path is dental disease, anesthesia, and tooth extraction — a painful, invasive, and avoidable outcome.
No — pet owners can order directly. We also work with veterinary partners, and your results can support a vet referral if something needs follow-up care.
Not at all. It's a simple, non-invasive oral swab you can do yourself at home.
We recommend testing as part of routine preventive care for adult cats and dogs. If you're unsure whether it's the right time for your pet, feel free to contact us.
Yes — each pet needs its own individual test kit and sample, since every pet's oral microbiome is unique.
Samples are processed in our lab using third-generation sequencing, with results interpreted into a tailored report for your pet.
Oral-specific microbiome testing is an emerging category globally. Novio combines this approach with a vet-ready, clinic-friendly workflow built for Hong Kong pet owners.
Third-generation sequencing offers higher-resolution detection than older testing methods, giving a more detailed picture of your pet's oral microbiome.
A tailored report covering your pet's oral microbiome diversity, gut health index, and disease risk indicators, explained in plain, easy-to-understand language.
We aim for a fast turnaround so you can act on your pet's results quickly, rather than waiting weeks for answers.
We work with veterinary partners, and where your results suggest it, we can support a referral to a vet for further care.
Your report will flag it clearly, and where appropriate we'll help connect you with a vet referral so you can act early — while the issue is still easy to manage.
Novio is built around continuous, preventive care rather than a single snapshot. Regular testing lets you track your pet's oral health over time and catch changes early.
Yes. We're developing a line of preventive care products, including tailored probiotics and diet recommendations, to help maintain your pet's oral and gut health between tests.
It's our approach to preventive care: Test your pet's oral microbiome, Track changes with ongoing monitoring and alerts, and Treat proactively with personalized care — rather than only reacting once a problem appears.
Yes — that's the goal. Catching risk factors early means many issues can be managed proactively, well before they become the kind of painful, invasive dental problems most pets eventually face.
Any cat or dog owner who wants to catch dental disease and related health risks early, rather than waiting for a problem to become visible or painful.
Your pet's results are used to build their personal report and, with your consent, to improve our understanding of pet oral health more broadly. Contact us if you'd like more detail on our data practices.
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1) Order your test kit. 2) Collect a simple oral sample at home. 3) Mail it to our lab. 4) We run lab testing. 5) You receive a tailored report.
Yes. Our subscription plan bundles regular testing with our preventive care products, so your pet's health is monitored continuously rather than checked just once.
Yes — we work with veterinary partners as part of our clinic-ready workflow. If you're a vet or clinic interested in partnering with us, please get in touch.
Reach out through our Contact Us page and our team will be happy to help you figure out what makes sense for your pet.
Novio is a Hong Kong-based pet diagnostics company.
We're currently focused on Hong Kong, with plans to expand to additional markets in the region over time.
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