Entries by Betsy Thibaut-Stephenson

Diabetes in Pets

Diabetes is both common and treatable in pets. While certain health factors may play a role, read more for signs that your pet may be afflicted and learn about treatment options.

The Magic of Pets

A poll by the American Psychiatric Association strengthens the claim that having a bond with a pet can improve mental health. In fact, eighty-four percent of those polled said their pets “have a mostly positive impact on their mental health.” Learn more.

Innovation to Reduce the Need for Antibiotics

To reduce the need for animal antibiotics, the animal health industry is researching innovative prevention strategies like cold and ambient plasmas. Using a laser-like device to deliver a stream of plasma to a targeted area could prevent and treat microbial infections without damaging the tissue or posing a notable risk of causing antimicrobial resistance.   […]

Tips for Making Veterinary Visits Better

Going to the doctor’s office can be scary for both humans and pets. Here are some tips to help prepare your pet for a calm and relaxed vet visit.

The Link Between Kids and Dogs and Play

Looking to increase your child’s physical activity? A dog can help. Research explores just how much a dog can increase a child’s activity.

Understanding Antibiotic Use in Animals

Antibiotic resistance is an important public health issue that all sectors using antibiotics must work together to address. Learn about how these important medicines are used in animals under the care of veterinarians.

Rabies Remains a Global Threat

Around the world, 60,000 people die each year from rabies, most of them children under the age of 15. Every single one of these deaths is preventable. Administering the effective vaccine to dogs can stop the spread of this deadly infection is a public health priority. Here in the U.S., the rabies vaccine for pets […]

AHI Applauds UN Declaration on AMR

September 27, 2024 The Animal Health Institute (AHI) welcomes the adoption of the United Nations political declaration on antimicrobial resistance (AMR).  The declaration represents a global consensus for better animal health and disease prevention.  Under the One Health approach, actions in animal health, human health and the environment present the best pathway for addressing AMR. […]