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.
Seven Things to Keep Your Pet Healthy
/in FEATUREDOur pets do so many things to help us – they provide comfort, lower our blood pressure, keep us entertained and social. Make sure you’re doing all you can to help your pet. Here are seven things to keep your pet healthy.
How animals could help provide health benefits
/in NEWSA lot of people grow up around a pet, whether they have one of their own or someone they know does. Many people are first introduced to animals as children. What children are too young to understand is that pets can help contribute to a less stressful life along with other potential health benefits. Research […]
Animal Medicines & Compounding: Ask Your Veterinarian
/in AHI VIEWPOINTSafe and effective medicines are important tools for veterinarians, and the FDA is tasked with ensuring those tools that are allowed in the marketplace will improve and protect animal health. If used correctly and legally, the process of compounding, which is the manipulation of an approved drug to meet the medical needs of a […]
The Human-Animal Bond
/in FEATUREDResearch shows that animals can directly affect the health and well-being of people, physically, emotionally, and psychologically. Learn more here.
Animal Medicines: Essential Tools for Animal Health
/in FEATUREDMedicines are essential for ensuring animal welfare, preventing diseases from passing between animals and humans, and protecting our food supply. There are three main types of animal medicine: biologics (which are predominately vaccines), pharmaceuticals, and flea and tick medications. Check out what the American Veterinary Medicine Association says about animal medicines.
February is Responsible Pet Owner Month
/in FEATUREDWhen you love your pet, you’ll do anything to keep them safe and healthy. February is Responsible Pet Owner Month, so check out these tips.
Changes to Flea & Tick Care
/in FEATUREDThe top reason pet owners visit the veterinarian is their animal’s itchy skin, and fleas and ticks are often the culprit. Unfortunately, parasites are spreading more quickly due to climate change, which is why the animal health industry is investing in innovative parasite control treatments. Learn more.
Pets & Antibiotics
/in FEATUREDAntibiotic resistance is an important public health issue, which is why those that develop and administer antibiotics do so with near and long term public health in mind. If your pet is diagnosed with a disease requiring antibiotics, talk to your veterinarian about proper and responsible use of the medicine. Learn more from the Centers […]
Pets & Covid-19
/in FEATUREDWe’ve been living with Covid-19 for about two years, and our understanding of this highly infectious disease has continuously evolved. When it comes to keeping pets safe and healthy, check out the latest from the Centers for Disease Control.
Veterinarians & Animal Antibiotics
/in FEATUREDAnimals are vulnerable to some of the same bacterial infections as people, such as pneumonia and skin infections, and these infections can be treated with antibiotics. Just like in people, antibiotics are used in animals to treat, control, and prevent diseases, under the supervision of a medical professional. Learn more.