Keeping Your Pet Safe on July 4th
Food on the grill and fireworks in the sky might be a top-notch time for humans, but our pets may not share our idea of fun. As July 4th approaches, take steps to ensure your pet is safe and secure.
Entries by Betsy Thibaut-Stephenson
Your cat is listening
It’s not your imagination. Your cat responds to your voice, especially if you use ‘baby talk.’ But research indicates cats are uniquely fixated on their owner’s talking, not strangers. Read more.
Pets & antibiotics
Antibiotic 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 […]
Important News About Cats & Heartworms
Cats can get heartworms, just like dogs. But unlike dogs, there is no FDA-approved heartworm treatment for cats.
Veterinarians & animal antibiotics
Animals 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.
Understanding Zoonosis
The CDC estimates that 6 of 10 infectious diseases can be spread from animals, and animal medicines provide an important barrier between animals and people. Learn why it matters.
Healthy Animals are more sustainable
The health of all animals is inextricably linked to the wellbeing of people and planet. Healthier animals need fewer natural resources, allowing them to provide more food, labor, fertilizer, companionship, and assistance while using less feed, water, and land. Their contribution is central to efforts toward achieving the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) […]
The power of pets
The social, emotional, and physical benefits of pets have become more pronounced in recent years as the world grapples with the aftermath of the global pandemic. Read the latest about how pets help address loneliness.
400 million pets in America, and counting
Between companion animals, service and therapy animals, and performance animals, nearly 70% of U.S. households owned at least one pet in 2021. More than half of U.S. households own a dog, and more than one-third own a cat.
Looking to improve your quality of life? Try getting pet
Research indicates that pet owners report higher lifer satisfaction than non-owners. Check out the findings.
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.