As a practising large-animal veterinarian, Jennifer Stone spent years feeling increasingly uncomfortable about something most in the profession took for granted: the massive volumes of single-use, virgin-plastic gloves we used daily. Every calving, every examination, every procedure meant another disposable shoulder-length glove destined for landfill. It didn't sit right with me that our industry—dedicated to animal health and welfare—could have such a significant environmental footprint without viable alternatives.

I thought about this problem for a long time. Eventually, I realised that if I didn't try to do something about it, I would always regret it. That's when Stonelands Veterinary Supplies Ltd was born, with a single mission: to prove that we as an industry can do better.

Introducing THE ReGLOVE

After extensive development, I'm proud to introduce THE ReGLOVE—New Zealand's first 100% post-consumer recycled plastic shoulder-length examination glove. These gloves deliver the same stability, strength, and sensitivity you expect from virgin plastic gloves, with meaningful improvements:

• 95cm length for better coverage

• 60-degree thumb angle for increased range of movement

• Producer certified by Global Recycling Standard certification with verifiable material content

Most importantly, THE ReGLOVE significantly reduces your practice's dependence on fossil fuels and virgin plastic resources. It's a tangible step toward a more sustainable veterinary industry.

Available Now in New Zealand

For the first time, New Zealand veterinary practices can make a sustainable choice without compromising on quality or breaking the budget. Available for order through SVS and FORTIS.

A Challenge to Our Industry

We regularly counsel our clients on sustainable farming practices. We advocate for environmental stewardship and responsible resource management. Now it's time we held ourselves to the same standard.

I believe we as industry leaders have both the responsibility and the capability to do better. THE ReGLOVE isn't just a product—it's proof that sustainable alternatives are possible when we're willing to challenge the status quo and put in the work to create real solutions.

If you've ever felt that same guilt about disposable glove waste, I invite you to join me in making a change. Together, we can build a more sustainable future for veterinary medicine.