Arthritis in dogs, a painful, progressive condition

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Older dogs, large breeds, and overweight dogs are all prone to arthritis, a joint disease that results in pain, inflammation, decreased range of motion, and the development of bone spurs. While any joint in the body can develop osteoarthritis, the condition most commonly affects the limbs and lower spine. Symptoms are not often apparent until […]

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Animal health is an economic driver

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The total economic impact of the animal health industry includes the direct contributions of animal health manufacturers that operate in the U.S. plus activity generated by industries that rely on healthy animals, such as animal production, meat and dairy manufacturing, veterinary services, and pet services.

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Why does my cat love to drink out of the sink?

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Have you noticed your cat drinking out of the sink? The reasons for this behavior are as varied as cats themselves. They may be bored; they may dislike their water dish; or they may simply enjoy a different vantage point. Learn more.

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Many animals, many products

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To protect the health of America’s 400 million pets and 10 billion food-producing animals, our industry develops a wide range of products.

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Globally, pet ownership is on the rise

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Love of animals cuts across geographic and cultural boundaries, and pet ownership is rising around the world. Unsurprisingly, cats and dogs are the most popular pets. Learn more about global pet ownership trends from Health for Animals.

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Cameras can help keep animals healthy

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  Remote monitoring such as cameras, microphones, and sensors can produce accurate, real-time data about animal wellbeing. This surveillance can be applied to livestock pens without the need for additional staff. For pets, smart collars enable owners to continuously monitor health data that can be used to optimize care. Learn more here.

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Longer pet lifespans can present health challenges

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The good news is that pets are living longer. The other news is that longer lives necessitate different approaches to health and wellbeing. The animal health industry is committed to developing therapies to meet these needs.

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Types of animal medicines

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Medicines are essential for ensuring animal welfare, preventing diseases from passing between animals and humans, and protecting our food supply. Our industry’s products prevent, mitigate, and treat diseases that harm or endanger a wide range of domestic and food-producing animals. Check out what the American Veterinary Medicine Association says about animal medicines.

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Do you take your dog to the dog park? Beware of parasites.

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Research has found that 85% of dog parks visited in U.S. metropolitan cities had at least one dog test positive for intestinal parasites. Staying on top of your dog’s preventative care is important for fido and for you.

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Feline asthma, a progressive condition with no cure

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If your cat wheezes, coughs, or hacks, it may have asthma. Symptoms can vary in intensity, ranging from acute respiratory crises to chronic, low-grade coughing, elevated respiratory rate, or increased respiratory effort. Flare-ups can vary in intensity from mild to life threatening. Although cats can never be truly “cured” of asthma, by carefully monitoring their […]

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