PetVivo (PETV) trims board to seven members after Michael Eldred exit

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PetVivo Holdings, Inc. reported that its Board of Directors recognized the resignation of director Michael Eldred, effective January 9, 2026. The company stated that his resignation was not due to any disagreement with the company on operations, policies, or practices. In response, the Board decided to reduce its size from eight to seven directors and will not fill the resulting vacancy at this time. The Board formally expressed its appreciation for Mr. Eldred’s service and contributions.

8-K Event Classification

2 items: 5.02, 9.01

2 items

Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers Governance

Key personnel changes including departures, elections, or appointments of directors and executive officers.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits

Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.

Understanding 8-K Material Events →

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

January 14, 2026

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported)

PETVIVO HOLDINGS, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Nevada		001-40715		99-0363559
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)		(Commission File Number)		(IRS Employer Identification No.)

5151 Edina Industrial Blvd. Suite 575 Edina, Minnesota		55439
(Address of principal executive offices)		(Zip Code)

(952) 405-6216

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class		Trading Symbol(s)		Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock		PETV		OTCQX
Warrants		PETVW		OTCID

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§ 230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§ 240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company ☒

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.

On January 9, 2026, the Board of Directors of PetVivo Holdings, Inc. recognized the resignation of Michael Eldred as a member of the Company’s Board of Directors, effective as of that date.

The resignation was not the result of any disagreement with the Company on any matter relating to the Company’s operations, policies, or practices.

In connection with this resignation, the Board of Directors determined to reduce the size of the Board from eight (8) directors to seven (7) directors, and the resulting vacancy created by the resignation will not be filled at this time.

The Board of Directors thanks Mr. Eldred for his service and contributions to the Company.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d)	Exhibits.
104	Cover Page Interactive Data File (formatted as Inline XBRL)

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Company has duly caused this Report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

	PETVIVO HOLDINGS, INC.
Date: January 14, 2026	By:	/s/ John Lai
	Name:	John Lai
	Title:	Chief Executive Officer

FAQ

What did PetVivo Holdings, Inc. (PETV) report in this 8-K?

The company reported that its Board of Directors recognized the resignation of director Michael Eldred, effective January 9, 2026, and adjusted the Board size accordingly.

Why did director Michael Eldred resign from PetVivo (PETV)?

The company stated that Mr. Eldred’s resignation was not the result of any disagreement with PetVivo on its operations, policies, or practices.

How does Michael Eldred’s resignation affect the PetVivo (PETV) Board size?

Following Mr. Eldred’s resignation, the Board of PetVivo reduced its size from eight directors to seven and decided not to fill the vacancy at this time.

Will PetVivo (PETV) appoint a new director to replace Michael Eldred?

No. The Board decided that the vacancy created by Mr. Eldred’s resignation will not be filled at this time and instead reduced the number of directors to seven.

Did PetVivo (PETV) indicate any disputes related to the director’s resignation?

No. The filing expressly states that the resignation was not due to any disagreement regarding the company’s operations, policies, or practices.

Who signed this PetVivo (PETV) report and in what capacity?

The report was signed by John Lai, who is identified as the company’s Chief Executive Officer.