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.
Progress Toward Reducing the Need for Antibiotics
/in FEATUREDAnimal health companies are ahead of schedule in delivering on commitments to address antibiotic resistance, which includes developing new vaccines. The industry has also helped train 650,000 veterinarians and invested billions in veterinary research in the past two years as part of an industry-wide strategy to help reduce the need for antibiotics, a HealthforAnimals progress […]
No, Hippos Are Not People, Too
/in AHI VIEWPOINTRecently, the Animal Legal Defense Fund (ALDF) claimed that a group of hippos in Columbia were the first animals to be designated as persons by a U.S. Court. Well, not so fast. As explained in an analysis by Phil Goldberg of the law firm Shook, Hardy and Bacon, the court did no such thing. Other […]
Probiotics Can Boost Animal Immunity
/in FEATUREDWhen added to animal feed, probiotics can prevent disease and target specific health challenges, such as mastitis in cows. Probiotics can also increase immunity, reduce gut bacteria, and help balance digestive systems. Learn more here.
AHI Applauds Passage of Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act
/in AHI VIEWPOINTA digital revolution in animal health is underway as new technologies are developed to predict, monitor, and diagnose animal disease. The development of these digital technologies puts new tools in the hands of veterinarians and animal owners to help prevent illnesses and manage health conditions before they occur. These technologies have the potential to revolutionize […]
Creating a Disaster Preparedness Plan for your Pet
/in FEATUREDIf disaster strikes, our pets are even more dependent on us than usual. With their health and safety in our hands, it’s important to create a disaster preparedness plan for your pets, just as you would your family. You can start by assembling an emergency kit that includes some of the following: A carrier […]
The Benefits of Adopting Senior Pets
/in FEATUREDWhen considering adopting a pet, we’re naturally attracted to fluffy kittens and playful puppies, but adopting a senior pet offers unique advantages. November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month; learn more about the special rewards of senior pets.
Dad’s joy as non-verbal daughter says first words after bonding with therapy dog
/in NEWSA devoted dad has told of his joy when his non-verbal autistic daughter spoke for the first time after bonding with an adorable therapy pup. Steven Chilvers, 42, and his wife Dawn, 48, realised their daughter Emily wasn’t hitting her milestones at the same pace as her twin sister, Olivia. At two-and-a-half years old, Emily […]
Plattsburgh offers Wellness Week to students
/in NEWSWith midterms coming to a close, students have found themselves stressed and stretched thin. To combat this, Kristina Moquin, a mental health counselor on campus, alongside Love on a Leash, an organization that utilizes service dogs to help others, worked together to create Wellness Week. Services that were provided included depression screenings Oct. 19 and […]
The Role of Nutrition in Animal Health
/in FEATUREDAdvances in animal nutrition offer the chance to reduce the need for antibiotics, but more research is needed. Learn more here.
G-20 Summit: A One Health Approach to People, Planet, and Prosperity
/in FEATUREDThis weekend, the G20 will meet to focus on three main pillars of action for global health: People, Planet and Prosperity. These interconnected pillars provide a framework to discuss the international response to the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as how global resilience can be developed in anticipation of potential future health crises. AHI embraces a […]