Pet Ownership is Changing

The American Pet Products Association tracks pet ownership trends in our country, and its most recent report finds that “pet ownership continues to evolve in meaningful ways, with dogs and cats more integrated into our lives than ever before. From prioritizing pet nutrition to the rise of multi-cat households, today’s pet owners are redefining what […]

The Magic of Equine Therapy

Riding and interacting with horses provides physical, mental, and emotional benefits. Read about the power of equine therapy.  

Boomer Loves His Veterinarian

I take my job as an ambassador for animal health quite seriously, which is why sometimes I gather my friends to remind them about why it’s so important to make regular visits to the veterinarian, even when they’re not sick. A veterinarians’ whole job is to keep us animals healthy. They know how to tell […]

Do You Love Animals? Thank a Veterinarian!

Boomer relies on me to protect him from disease threats and keep him safe. In turn, I rely on my veterinarian to guide me through caretaking and responsible pet ownership. I’m like most dog and cat owners—I consider my pet to be like a part of my family, and it’s my veterinarian that helps make […]

Boomer is Celebrating World Vaccination Day

I don’t know about you, but I do not like to be sick. So I did a little research, and I figured out that staying current with my vaccinations is a great way to prevent diseases. It’s a good thing that Martha Scott works with my veterinarian to make sure all my vaccines are up […]

Want to Help Give Your Pet a Long, Healthy Life? Vaccinate It!

I remember well the first weeks with Boomer as puppy. He was irresistibly cute and endlessly rambunctious, especially when he would bark at himself in the mirror! I was so proud of his fluffy adorableness, and I couldn’t wait to introduce him to the world. But I had to wait, because I knew that new […]

Staying Healthy Around Farm Animals

Old McDonald had a…zoonotic disease?? Here are some healthy reminders before interacting with farm animals.

Looking For Ways to Connect with People? Get the Animals Involved

  Connecting with others—particularly in professional environments—can feel uncomfortable for many. Research indicates that among the safe topics to introduce when trying to get to know someone, pets rise to the top. Specifically, showing off pictures of your pets are a great way to connect.  

Federal Regulations Should Not Block Innovation

As a society we care about the welfare of animals, as well as the imperative of cost-effective food production to make sure food is affordable and available for everyone.  One common denominator that helps meet these goals simultaneously is preventing animal disease. Increasingly, technology is a big part of animal disease prevention. Recently, I joined […]

AHI Statement from Martha Scott Poindexter on Presidential Proclamation of Pharmaceutical Tariffs

April 6, 2026—The Animal Health Institute today expressed appreciation to the Trump Administration for recognizing the value of animal health products in the Proclamation entitled “Adjusting Imports of Pharmaceuticals and Pharmaceutical Ingredients into the United States” released on April 2, 2026. “While we are still analyzing the Proclamation we look forward to working with the […]