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.
AHI Statement on Guidance for Industry #152
(August 6, 2027) The Food and Drug Administration’s Center for Veterinary Medicine (CVM) today issued updated Guidance for Industry #152 which outlines the qualitative risk assessment companies should follow when seeking approval for antimicrobial products used in food producing animals. The document updates previous guidance and revises the classification of antimicrobial compounds according to their […]
AHI Veterinarian Comments on New World Screwworm & Pet Health
The current risk of New World Screwworm to most pets remains low, but awareness and early action are important. “Pet owners in areas with recorded outbreaks are encouraged to regularly check pets for cuts, bites, or other wounds,” said Ellen Hart, DVM, vice president of regulatory and international affairs at the Animal Health Institute (AHI). […]
AHI Board Elects Officers, Executive Committee
(Washington, DC–July 23, 2026) The Animal Health Institute’s Board of Directors this week elected Jamie Brannan of Zoetis as Board Chair and Brad McCollum of Ceva as Vice-Chair for the 2026-28 term. Brannan is Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer at Zoetis, and McCollum is Senior Vice President, North America, at Ceva. Joseph N. […]
Animal Medicines Aren’t Just Human Medicines
Though they share many similarities, animal and human medicines have important differences. Animal medications are specially designed to meet the unique needs of different species. Learn more about how animal medicines are designed to keep animals healthy.
How to talk to your cat
The science of cat cognition offers plenty of evidence that cats have highly developed socio-cognitive skills. For example, cats are very good at following the visual signals of humans, such as pointing with an arm or gazing in a certain direction. Read more about what we know about communication between humans and cats.
AHI Statement on New World Screwworm Response
(Washington, DC – June 16, 2026) Following the confirmed detection of New World Screwworm (NWS) in the United States, the Animal Health Institute (AHI) today emphasized the animal health industry’s commitment to helping veterinarians, animal owners, farmers, ranchers, and public officials respond to this serious pest. The current risk to animals, humans, and the food […]
Dog-Walking Seniors Have Better Balance
As we age, balance can become more challenging. But seniors who regularly walk their dogs show improved balance and fewer falls compared to their peers. Read more.
Five Benefits of Sharing Your Life With a Dog
Love, connection, and build-in routines are all reasons people love living with dogs. Read what the research says about why it’s such a good idea to share your life with a dog.
Understanding the Human-Cat Bond
Experts say that cats are more naturally independent than humans, but that doesn’t mean they can’t bond with their people. In fact, they may be more attached to you thank you think. Read more.
Statement by Martha Scott Poindexter On New World Screwworm Detection in Texas
(June 4, 2026) New World Screwworm has now been detected in Texas – a serious development that U.S. animal health officials have long worked to prevent. The encouraging news is that U.S. authorities have seen this coming and have been working urgently to prepare. Since August of 2025, FDA’s Center for Veterinary Medicine (CVM) has […]
Ticks on dogs: what to look for
Ticks love dogs almost as much as we love dogs. There are at least fifteen species of ticks in the United States, and few types are ticks are considered harmful to humans and dogs. See what the experts have to say about knowing what to look for and how to remove ticks from your pet.
Protecting Pets Protects Us
Animal health products help us care for pets, and pets help care for us. Maintaining healthy pets improves the quality of life for our animal companions, which enables pets to provide humans with emotional and physical benefits. Learn more.
Animal Health Institute Calls for Faster, More Modern Animal Drug Review Process in ADUFA VI Discussions
Washington, DC – The Animal Health Institute (AHI) today urged regulators and stakeholders to use the upcoming reauthorization of the Animal Drug User Fee Act (ADUFA VI) as an opportunity to modernize the animal drug review process, strengthen U.S. leadership in animal health innovation, and improve timely access to safe and effective products for veterinarians, […]
The bond you feel with your dog isn’t just emotional, it’s physiological
Researchers have found that dogs’ heart rate variability and activity levels were closely linked to their owners’, demonstrating an additional level of attachment between humans and their canine companions. Read more here.
Do therapy dogs like their jobs?
We all know how important therapy dogs are to their owners, providing physical freedom, emotional support, and psychological grounding. But what effect does all that work have on the dogs? Read here to find out.
Pet Ownership is Changing
The American Pet Products Association tracks pet ownership trends in our country, and its most recent report finds that “pet ownership continues to evolve in meaningful ways, with dogs and cats more integrated into our lives than ever before. From prioritizing pet nutrition to the rise of multi-cat households, today’s pet owners are redefining what […]
The Magic of Equine Therapy
Riding and interacting with horses provides physical, mental, and emotional benefits. Read about the power of equine therapy.
Boomer Loves His Veterinarian
I take my job as an ambassador for animal health quite seriously, which is why sometimes I gather my friends to remind them about why it’s so important to make regular visits to the veterinarian, even when they’re not sick. A veterinarians’ whole job is to keep us animals healthy. They know how to tell […]
Boomer is Celebrating World Vaccination Day
I don’t know about you, but I do not like to be sick. So I did a little research, and I figured out that staying current with my vaccinations is a great way to prevent diseases. It’s a good thing that Martha Scott works with my veterinarian to make sure all my vaccines are up […]
Staying Healthy Around Farm Animals
Old McDonald had a…zoonotic disease?? Here are some healthy reminders before interacting with farm animals.