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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.
Six ways to get more joy with your dog
/in NEWSThese simple exercises can foster a deeper connection with your pet and improve your mental health By Stacey Colino March 9, 2024 at 11:11 a.m. EST The human-dog connection runs deep. Dogs are so tuned in to their people that they catch their human’s yawns — even if they simply hear the yawn rather than see it. “The […]
THERAPY DOGS BRING SMILES; REDUCE CADET STRESS
/in NEWSBy Randy Roughton U.S. Air Force Academy Strategic Communications U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. – Cadet 3rd Class Nicolina Brown said she loves Go Team Therapy Crisis and Airport Dogs so much that she has a perfect answer whenever she’s late meeting friends. “I say, ‘you can’t blame me; there was a dog,’” Brown said. For 12 years, […]
‘Borrowing’ a dog is the best thing I’ve done for my mental health in months
/in NEWSBreaking news: I have discovered a mental health hack that really works. No, it is not yoga, meditation or breathwork. Nor is it not limiting blue light time before bed. It is not even sleeping for 10 hours a night and taking two baths a day a la Dakota Johnson. It is a tiny fluff ball […]
3 Ways Owning A Pet Can Improve Your Love Life
/in NEWSPets are considered to be part of the family for many households in the U.S., with around 66% having a “fur-baby” of some kind. Many studies have shown that owning a pet can be incredibly beneficial for individual well-being. However, recent research has focused on the intricate role pets can play in romantic relationships. While it […]
Pets and other animals can boost health and well-being
/in NEWSWhen Percy Lee has a bad day, he hangs out with his chinchilla, Rin. “She’s like emotional support for me,” says the 14-year-old. Percy, who lives near Kansas City, Kansas, and is the author’s nephew, particularly enjoys snuggling with Rin and watching her explore. “When I get upset and overwhelmed, playing with her is one […]