VL560 Veterinary Cold Laser
560mW portable laser for companion pets and equine
This Product Is No Longer Available
ColdLasers.org previously carried the VL560 veterinary laser, but this product has been discontinued and is no longer available for purchase. This page is maintained as a reference for current owners or those researching this device.
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About the VL560
The VL560 was a lower-cost portable cold laser designed specifically for animal use on companion pets and horses. It replaced the earlier VL500 model and was built to ColdLasers.org specifications with verified power output.
Unlike many similar-looking products on the market that delivered only about one-third of their claimed output, we tested and certified that VL560 systems delivered a true 560mW (0.56 J/sec) in continuous wave mode.
The system was popular among pet owners who wanted to provide at-home laser therapy for their animals after experiencing results at veterinary clinics—saving thousands of dollars in repeated office visits.
Technical Specifications
Key Features
Combined 808nm infrared (500mW from 3 diodes) with 650nm red (60mW from 12 diodes). The 808/810nm wavelength is considered one of the most efficient for deep tissue penetration and ATP conversion.
Unlike many similar-looking imports, each VL560 was tested and certified to deliver its rated 560mW output—roughly three times what we measured from comparable products.
5200mAh battery with no memory effect, providing 3+ hours of treatment time between charges. Ergonomic handheld design for comfortable extended use.
Included access to the laser-therapy.us animal protocol library with step-by-step treatment plans that adjusted dosage based on diagnosis, animal size, and fur/hair color.
Intended Applications
The VL560 was designed for use on:
🐕 Companion Pets
Dogs, cats, and other household pets for pain management, arthritis relief, wound healing, and post-surgical recovery.
🐴 Equine
Horses for tendon/ligament issues, joint problems, back pain, wound care, and general performance support.
Note: This device was not FDA-cleared and was intended for animal use only.
Why Laser Therapy Works on Animals
One of the compelling aspects of veterinary laser therapy is the absence of placebo effect. Unlike human patients who may experience psychological benefits from treatment, animals respond purely to the physiological effects of the therapy.
When a dog who hasn't been able to jump on the couch for months suddenly regains that ability after laser treatments, or a horse shows measurable improvement in gait and performance, these outcomes provide strong evidence of therapeutic benefit.
Many pet owners first discovered laser therapy through veterinary clinics and then sought home-use devices to continue treatment without the time and expense of repeated office visits.
What Set the VL560 Apart
Many imported lasers claim high power outputs but deliver far less. We independently verified that the VL560 delivered its rated 560mW—important because treatment dosage calculations depend on accurate power specifications.
The protocol library automatically adjusted treatment parameters based on animal-specific factors like size and coat color, recognizing that a black dog or larger animal requires different dosing than a small white-coated pet.
At $995, the VL560 could pay for itself in just a few months compared to ongoing veterinary laser therapy visits, while providing the convenience of treatment at home on your schedule.
Considerations
For context, these were the known limitations of the VL560:
The VL560 offered only continuous wave output with no pulsing options. Some conditions may benefit from specific pulsing frequencies.
As an animal-only device, it did not go through FDA clearance. This limited it to veterinary and home pet use only.
While appropriate for many conditions, the 560mW output is lower than Class IV systems that can deliver faster treatment times for larger animals or deeper conditions.
Shorter warranty than some professional systems, though appropriate for the price point.
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This page is provided for historical reference only. The VL560 has been discontinued and is no longer available for purchase. Specifications reflect the product as it was previously sold. If you currently own a VL560 and need support, please contact us.