Why is My Cat Shaking?

A trembling kitty may need a trip to the veterinarian. Cats can shake for many reasons, some more severe and time-sensitive than others, so it’s essential to know the signs and differences. Read here to understand the signs to keep your cat healthy and happy.

The Future of Animal Health

Animal diseases never rest – they constantly evolve and trigger a ripple effect that impacts animal welfare, human health, and the economy. Disease outbreaks among livestock can threaten food security and trade, and increased pet ownership and companion animal bonding inspires the need for improved pet care solutions. Learn about the future of vaccines, parasiticides, […]

Intestinal Parasites in Dogs

Parasites might be living in your dog right now. Some parasites provide health benefits, such as helping to break down food or regulate chemicals. But unfortunately, some parasites can harmfully impact on your dog’s health, and can even be spread to humans. Read more about where dogs might pick up intestinal parasites, treatment, and prevention.

Cats & Heartworms

Though it’s less common for cats to have heartworms than dogs, all indoor and outdoor cats are susceptible to the disease, which is transmitted through infected mosquitoes. Unlike dogs, there is no FDA approved treatment for heartworms in cats. Learn more here.

Cattle Health: When a Tick Bite Can Be Deadly

Internal and external parasites can lead to serious disease or death in cattle. Anaplasmosis is a blood cell parasite that is transmitted from ticks. Cows infected with anaplasmosis become anemic, weak, and die. Controlling ticks is essential to warding off this serious, costly disease. Learn more here.

World Rabies Day

Around the world, 60,000 people die around 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. The Global Alliance of Rabies Control has set a goal for rabies elimination […]

What are Zoonotic Diseases & Why do They Matter?

The COVID-19 pandemic has heightened global awareness of zoonotic diseases, which are diseases that move between animals and humans. Developing and administering vaccines to slow the spread of these diseases is a public health priority. In the U.S., the rabies vaccine for pets is an undeniable success story. Learn more about why it’s so important […]

Winners of the Cutest Pets on Capitol Hill Contest 2022

The Animal Health Institute congratulates Louis the dog, Kit the cat, and Charlie the horse for winning the 2022 Cutest Pets on Capitol Hill Contest.   “The human-animal bond keeps getting stronger and stronger, which is why we enjoy celebrating this connection with the Cutest Pets Contest,” said Alex Mathews, President and CEO of AHI. […]

Safer Food Starts With Healthy Animals

    To prevent outbreaks of food born bacterial infections such as Salmonella and Campylobacter farmers, food processors, and consumers are encouraged to practice good hygiene such as washing hands, surfaces, and utensils and avoiding cross-contamination. But what if we could address the bacteria before it contaminated food products? Animal health companies are investing in […]

Stronger Communities Start with Pets

Did you know that when you have a pet, it can help you strengthen your relationships with other people? And by extension, those pets can strengthen communities. Learn more here.