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.
Constant Improvement, Impactful Innovations
The animal health industry makes animal health tools that improve food production and affordability. US Animal Health: Advancing and Securing Sustainability presents data that demonstrates how healthy animals mean more income for farmers and more affordable nutrition for consumers. Learn more.
Why Do Cats Knead?
Kittens and grown cats may knead for different reasons, but the behavior is deeply rooted and intentional. Learn more.
The Impact of Treating Respiratory Disease in Pigs
The U.S. produces 11% of the world’s pork, and in 2024, U.S. pork exports surpassed $8.6 billion in value. A report from AHI shows the importance of vaccinations to preventing disease and mortality in pigs. Learn more.
Kennel Cough: A Common but Preventable Illness in Dogs
If you pick up your dog from daycare or a kennel and they have a fever, cough, sneeze or gag, your dog may have contracted kennel cough. While kennel cough is generally mild, it can lead to pneumonia in vulnerable dogs if not treated swiftly. Prevention is simple: vaccines, good hygiene, and isolation of infected […]
The Importance of Health Care Innovations in Cattle
When cattle are healthy, they more reliably produce the protein and nutrient rich foods that fuel our food supply. Animal health tools help prevent diseases, stabilize food supply, and reduce food inflation, which in turn supports both local economies and international trade. Learn more.
Dogs and Cats are Important Parts of Healthy Aging, But in Different Ways
Swiss researchers have examined nearly two decades of data and have determined that for people over 50, having a dog or a cat in the home can keep your brain sharp. People with dogs experienced a slower decline in memory than those without pets, and cat owners experienced a slower decline in verbal fluency. Read […]
Low Methane-Emitting Dairy Cows Are Making A Difference
Animal health tools improve food production and affordability. A report from AHI analyzes the impacts of constant improvement and animal health innovation in the cattle industry. Learn more.
Pet First Aid
What if you’re unable to reach a veterinarian in the event of a pet emergency? Here are some practical first aid tips.
Why Preventative Medicines for Poultry Matter So Much
Losses from animal disease disrupt the availability and prices of common products such as milk, meat, and eggs. As a result, animal disease impacts food affordability and the broader economy. Read more here.
How to Pick the Perfect Pet
Pets are huge commitments and it’s important to understand the responsibilities of each kind of pet, so you pick the one perfect for you. Consideration of the costs, time, housing and training of a pet are all factors that should be in your decision. Talk to your vet and think about these factors when picking […]
Pets are Helping at Risk Groups with Social Isolation
Pets and People, an Australian universities pilot initiative, is channeling the shared love of animals to foster social connection between older adults and university students, which lowers social isolation and loneliness in both groups. Learn more.
An Ounce of Prevention is Worth a Pound of Care: The Basics of Preventive Pet Care
Preventing illnesses or injury not only helps keep your pet healthy and happy but also costs a lot less than treatment. Providing your pet with regular wellness exams, good nutrition, exercise and vaccinations are great precautions. Talking with your vet about your pet’s specific needs and risk factors will allow prevention more tailored towards your […]
AHI Applauds Confirmation of Julie Callahan as Chief Agricultural Negotiator for USTR
(December 19, 2025) Martha Scott Poindexter, President and CEO of the Animal Health Institute, today welcomed the Senate Confirmation of Dr. Julie Callahan as Chief Agricultural Negotiator for the Office of U.S. Trade Representative. “We are thrilled with Julie’s appointment and thank the Senate for acting to confirm her,” said Poindexter. “At a time when […]
Proven: Dogs Can help with Anxiety and ADHD
Pets can improve our mental health and relieve stress even more than other activities. Research has found that pet owners who interacted with animals first after stress were more positive and had lower anxiety levels than owners who first tried a different calming activity first before turning to their pet.
AHI Report Finds that Healthy Animals Can Stabilize the Food Supply, Reduce Food Inflation, and Use Fewer Resources
(Washington, DC – December 17, 2025) An analysis by Oxford Analytica has found that keeping animals healthy can provide tangible benefits to the economy, nutrition, and the environment. US Animal Health: Advancing and Securing Sustainability presents data that demonstrates how healthy animals mean more income for farmers and more affordable nutrition for consumers. “The data […]
That Head Tilt, Tho
Humans melt when dogs tilt their heads, and dogs seem to understand this. A well-timed tilt indicates that your dog is working hard to understand you. Read on to learn what scientists have found.
Boomer as a Stress-Reliever
I love spending time with Martha Scott when she takes me to her job, and I’ve also learned a few things listening to the humans talk in their meetings: did you know that when a human pets a dog, the human’s stress goes down? That is pretty important, especially in a place like Washington, D.C.! […]
Louis of Team Canada has officially claimed the title of World’s Cutest Pet
After a fluffy and fierce international competition, Louis, a dog proudly representing Team Canada, has won the inaugural Global Cutest Pets Showdown. Martha Scott Poindexter, President and CEO of AHI said, “With votes coming in from around the world, this good-spirited rivalry demonstrates the power of the human-animal bond. AHI is proud to go global […]
Louis of Team Canada has officially claimed the title of World’s Cutest Pet
December 9, 2025 – After a fluffy and fierce international competition, Louis, a dog proudly representing Team Canada, has won the inaugural Global Cutest Pets Showdown. A friendly competition organized by the Canadian Animal Health Institute (CAHI), the Animal Health Institute (AHI), and AnimalhealthEurope, the showdown featured the winners of three popular contests – Cutest […]
Caring for an Elderly Pet
Advancements in pet care mean that pets are living longer, but aging pets still require extra care and attention to minimize the impact of age-related problems. Regular vet visits, exercise and a healthy diet help detect, treat or prevent these conditions. Know the facts about pet aging so your pet can live a happy, healthy […]