Our Industry Keeps Animals Healthy American households are home to almost 400 million pets, including 192 million dogs and cats. The animal health industry keeps them healthy.

Diabetes in Pets

Diabetes is both common and treatable in pets. While certain health factors may play a role, read more for signs that your pet may be afflicted and learn about treatment options.

The Magic of Pets

A poll by the American Psychiatric Association strengthens the claim that having a bond with a pet can improve mental health. In fact, eighty-four percent of those polled said their pets “have a mostly positive impact on their mental health.” Learn more.

Innovation to Reduce the Need for Antibiotics

To reduce the need for animal antibiotics, the animal health industry is researching innovative prevention strategies like cold and ambient plasmas. Using a laser-like device to deliver a stream of plasma to a targeted area could prevent and treat microbial infections without damaging the tissue or posing a notable risk of causing antimicrobial resistance.   […]

Tips for Making Veterinary Visits Better

Going to the doctor’s office can be scary for both humans and pets. Here are some tips to help prepare your pet for a calm and relaxed vet visit.

Is your dog or cat actually watching TV?

It may seem like our furry friends are binge watching with us, but what they see on the screen is not the same as what we see. Learn more.

The Link Between Kids and Dogs and Play

Looking to increase your child’s physical activity? A dog can help. Research explores just how much a dog can increase a child’s activity.

Understanding Antibiotic Use in Animals

Antibiotic resistance is an important public health issue that all sectors using antibiotics must work together to address. Learn about how these important medicines are used in animals under the care of veterinarians.

Students raise petition for in-training service dogs in dorms

Students are discussing the topic of having dogs and service animals in training on campus, arguing they should be allowed in Ohio University residence halls. The current policy states animal pets are generally not permitted within OU buildings or vehicles, with some exceptions. An exception is made for service or assistance animals, and although service animals in […]

The power of therapy dogs in hospital settings

  Fear and anxiety drop when therapy dogs visit hospital patients. Learn more.