About Animal Health Institute
The Animal Health Institute (AHI) represents the companies that develop and produce animal medicines. Our industry is a global leader whose products improve the health of nearly 10 billion companion and food-producing animals in the U.S., which results in significant economic and social benefits for Americans.
Pups raised as guide dogs for the blind, service dogs for veterans with disabilities, PTSD
/in NEWS /by Marie GilmoreWhen Sunshine wears her blue jacket, she’s on the job as a Southeastern Guide Dogs puppy-in-training. Even if she’s just sitting quietly while her “puppy raiser,” Nancy Whittemore, is working at her volunteer job as Daystar Life Center’s pantry manager, she’s at work. At 18 months old, she will return to the SEGD school campus […]
How to Know if Your Pet is the Ideal Weight
/in FEATURED /by Betsy Thibaut-StephensonPets love their treats, but make sure those treats don’t add up. Helping your pet maintain a proper weight is part of keeping your pet healthy. Learn more from the American Veterinary Medical Association.
Better Diagnostics Means Better Animal Care
/in FEATURED /by Betsy Thibaut-StephensonAccurate diagnostics curb the severity of animal disease by enabling more effective treatments and reducing the need for antibiotics. Microfluid technologies can bring diagnostics to the point of care. Analyzing extremely small volumes of fluid improves the chance of early detection and reduces the cost of care. Read more here.
Promising Approaches to Reduce Animal Testing
/in FEATURED /by Betsy Thibaut-StephensonNew animal medicines and products must be proven to be safe and effective before being approved, which involves testing on live animals. Testing methods such as in-vitro testing, stem cell technology, and biomarkers allow researchers to demonstrate safety and efficacy of animal medicines while reducing the need for animal testing. Learn more about safe development […]
Pets, Pets, Pets
/in NEWS /by Marie GilmoreA therapy animal can provide comfort and affection to a person who has a disability or serious illness. While most therapy pets are dogs, recent studies suggest cats may help increase empathy while decreasing anxiety for children with autism. 2021 Study: Cats help calm children with autism, according to new research from the University of Missouri. […]
Staying Ahead of Diseases that Jump Between Animals & People
/in FEATURED /by Betsy Thibaut-StephensonSome diseases, such as West Nile virus and E. Coli, can spread between animals and people. Called zoonoses, these diseases account for approximately 75% of new and emerging human infectious diseases, the majority coming from wildlife. The CDC estimates that six out of 10 infectious diseases in humans can be spread from animals. Animal lovers […]
The Maryland Supreme Court Got it Right in Pet Case
/in AHI VIEWPOINT /by Betsy Thibaut-StephensonAHI agrees with a recent ruling by the Maryland Supreme Court: pet owners should be justly compensated when they suffer financial losses when a pet is harmed, but allowing plaintiffs to get large, emotion-based awards would create barriers for many responsible, loving pet owners to remain so. Laws that seek to change the legal status […]
Everyone Loves July 4th, But Not All of Our Pets Do
/in FEATURED /by Betsy Thibaut-StephensonThe food, fun, and fireworks of July 4th can frighten our pet friends. In fact, animal shelters see an uptick in activity on July 5th because so many pets flee the crowds and noise associated with holiday celebrations. Take steps to protect your pet and prevent heartache by following these recommendations from the American Veterinary […]
The Innovations that are Changing Animal Health
/in FEATURED /by Betsy Thibaut-StephensonScientific advances and emerging technologies provide greater opportunities to predict, prevent, diagnose, and treat animal illness more quickly, accurately, and safely. Artificial intelligence, stem cell therapy, and new generations of vaccines will all play a crucial role in how we care for and treat animals. Veterinary researchers and developers continue to break new […]
On the Horizon: A Greener Approach to Fleas & Tic Control
/in FEATURED /by Betsy Thibaut-StephensonClimate change has allowed parasites to spread to new regions, posing a significant threat to global livestock. New methods of flea and tick control can slow the spread of these parasites while also address challenges of drug resistance. For example, medicines that degrade quickly after use can limit entry into the environment and offer […]