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.
AHI Comments in Support of Free Trade
/in AHI VIEWPOINTFree trade plays an important role in ensuring food security around the globe, fostering peace between countries, and supporting strong economic growth. At a time of economic transformation and geopolitical instability, commitment to rules-based trade policies is critically important. That’s why we are concerned about a recent proposal by the European Union on Mirror Clauses […]
Pets & Childhood Development
/in FEATUREDKids and pets are a great combination, but did you know that companion animals can be more than playmates for children? Research confirms that pets can boost overall childhood development, including physical, social, emotional and cognitive aspects. Learn more from HABRI.
Pet Owners Beware: Flea & More Tick Outbreaks Expected in 2022
/in AHI VIEWPOINTAs a result of climate change, parasites are on the move, spreading into areas of the country that historically have had lower prevalence rates and bringing vector-borne diseases with them. The Companion Animal Parasite Control Council predicts that instances of heartworms will be higher than average in 2022 and that the geographic footprint of Lyme […]
Bacteria Eating Viruses Can Reduce the Need for Antibiotics
/in FEATUREDAntimicrobial resistance is a significant global threat to human and animal health, and the animal health industry is aggressively researching new ways to target bacteria without using antibiotics. Bacteriophages can narrowly target specific bacteria to address infections. These ‘bacteria eaters’ are viruses that infect and destroy bacteria, which reduces the need for antibiotics. Learn more […]
Pets Rely on Us to Protect them From the Cold
/in FEATUREDWhen the weather is frightful but we must go outside, humans can simply add an extra layer, cover up with a cap, or wear waterproof shoes to keep us warm and dry. But our pets rely on us to take the necessary steps to protect them from winter weather. Even those dogs and cats with […]
Promising Alternatives to Antibiotics are on the Horizon
/in FEATUREDAntibiotics are the cornerstone of modern medicine and public health, offering protection against infectious disease. New compounds that offer a novel way to target bacteria without using antibiotics are among the most valuable potential innovations in the animal health sector. Learn more here.
The Science Behind the Human-Animal Bond
/in FEATUREDIt’s a scientific fact that animals can boost our emotional and physical health. Have you ever wondered how that happens? Read on for the research that explains the human-animal bond.
Dog Years: New Research Will Track Canine Aging
/in NEWSMONDAY, Feb. 21, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Joshua Akey admits he didn’t care much for dogs in his youth. “My wife, who grew up with dogs, convinced me that we should get a dog our first year in graduate school. I very begrudgingly agreed, and have been a dog person ever since,” said Akey, a […]
Dog who survived being set on fire becomes therapy dog for victims of abuse
/in NEWSPALM HARBOR, Fla. – Her scars tell her story of survival. But chances are, when you first lay eyes on Denali, this dog‘s smile and the wagging of her tail tell a completely different story. “She’s so happy, that her whole body wags when her tail wags,” said Karey Burek, who adopted Denali three years ago. Continue reading […]
National Love Your Pet Day
/in FEATUREDIsn’t every day ‘love your pet day?’ Actually, February 20 is National Love Your Pet Day! Celebrate by watching this heartwarming video.