Better Diagnostics Means Better Care

Accurate diagnostics curb the severity of animal disease by enabling more effective treatments and reducing the need for antibiotics.

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Like part of the family

Research continues to reinforce what pet owners know: their animal companions can feel like part of the family. The human animal bond is stronger than ever before, and for good reason: owning pets provides emotional and physical benefits. Learn more.

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Think your cat has a sweet tooth? Think again.

If you’ve ever wondered why your cat doesn’t lunge for your favorite cookie, it’s because most cats don’t crave sweets. Cats’ tastebuds are surprisingly different than humans. Learn all about your cat’s taste buds.

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Pets are living longer

Pet life expectancy has increased. Each pet is different, but researchers have identified the key factors that are driving the overall increase in pets’ life expectancy. Read more from Health for Animals.

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Animal Health Connects Public Health, Food Safety, & Sustainability

  The animal health industry is committed to developing therapies that reduce animal suffering and improve animal well-being, but we need a more flexible, efficient, and productive regulatory review process that includes recognition of data that is submitted to other competent regulatory agencies around the world. The high cost and extended time required to gain […]

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Jamie Brannan of Zoetis Elected AHI Board Chair

WASHINGTON, DC, May 13, 2025 – The Animal Health Institute’s Board of Directors today elected Jamie Brannan of Zoetis as Board Chair for the remainder of the 2024-26 term. Brannan is Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer at Zoetis. Richard R. DeLuca, Jr., Executive Vice President and President, Merck Animal Health, becomes Immediate Past […]

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Can dogs see in the dark?

It’s not your imagination: dogs can spot things in the dark more easily than humans. Dog eyes are different from human eyes in many ways, including special adaptations that allow them to see better at night. Learn about canine eyesight and their “night vision”.

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Martha Scott Poindexter Appointed CEO of AHI

WASHINGTON, DC, May 6, 2025 – The Animal Health Institute (AHI) is pleased to announce the appointment of Martha Scott Poindexter as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective May 12, 2025. Richard R. DeLuca, Jr., Chair of the AHI Board of Directors and Executive Vice President and President of Merck Animal Health, expressed his enthusiasm: […]

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