Discover how GNHP Consulting helped a client successfully obtain a Veterinary Health Product (VHP) Notification Number (NN) from Health Canada for a complex proprietary dog formula with challenging dosage requirements.

Bringing innovative animal health products to market requires more than a great formulation—it requires a clear understanding of Health Canada’s Veterinary Health Product (VHP) requirements. A recent client Animal Necessity approached GNHP Consulting seeking a Notification Number (NN) for their Veterinary Health Product intended for dogs of various sizes. While the notification pathway appeared straightforward initially, a deeper regulatory assessment revealed several challenges that required specialized expertise and strategic problem-solving.

The Challenge

The client’s product featured a proprietary formulation designed to support canine health and wellness. Because the product was intended for dogs across multiple weight categories, establishing dosage recommendations that supported efficacy while remaining compliant with Health Canada VHP requirements proved challenging.

The complexity was further increased by the need to preserve the integrity of the proprietary formulation while ensuring all ingredients, claims, and dosage levels aligned with regulatory expectations. Without careful evaluation and regulatory strategy, the product risked delays, requests for revisions, or the need for resubmission.

Our Approach

GNHP Consulting conducted a comprehensive review of the formulation, ingredient levels, intended use, and dosage recommendations. Drawing on extensive experience in Veterinary Health Product regulations, formulation science, and Health Canada requirements, our team identified potential compliance challenges early in the process.

Working closely with the client, we developed a regulatory strategy that addressed dosage considerations across multiple dog weight categories while maintaining the product’s intended benefits and commercial objectives. By proactively evaluating the notification package before submission, we were able to strengthen the application and minimize the likelihood of regulatory delays.