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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 […]

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 […]

AHI Statement from Martha Scott Poindexter on Presidential Proclamation of Pharmaceutical Tariffs

April 6, 2026—The Animal Health Institute today expressed appreciation to the Trump Administration for recognizing the value of animal health products in the Proclamation entitled “Adjusting Imports of Pharmaceuticals and Pharmaceutical Ingredients into the United States” released on April 2, 2026. “While we are still analyzing the Proclamation we look forward to working with the […]

Animal Health Resources

Oxford Analytica: Healthy Animals Can Stabilize the Food Supply, Reduce Food Inflation, and Use Fewer Resources

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.

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FAO: How Prevention Can Reduce the Need for Antibiotics

A report from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) showcases the ways prevention serves as the foundation of responsible use and action against AMR.

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A Flexible Signal Management Framework for Animal Health Pharmacovigilance

AHI has developed a framework for flexible signal management in the collection, detection, assessment, monitoring, and prevention of adverse effects with medicinal products.

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Global Report: How Better Animal Health Supports Sustainable Food Systems

Healthier animals need fewer natural resources, allowing them to provide more food for less feed, water, and land. Keeping animals healthy is central to achieving the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) by 2030.

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Progress Report: Roadmap to Reduce the Need for Animal Antibiotics

Nearly 200 nations around the world are taking collective action to address the global health challenge of antibiotic resistance. In animal health, we’ve increased vaccine use, improved diagnostics, and promoted judicious use of antibiotics.

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Global Trends: Parasite Control in Pets

Parasite control is one of the cornerstones of veterinary care and should be an essential consideration for all pet owners. However, the risk of parasites is growing in many regions. Rising pet populations combined with global phenomenon like climate change is enabling parasites to thrive and spread into new areas.

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New Frontiers in Animal Care

Our industry is investing in innovations that will have a profound impact on animal health and welfare, public health, and sustainability. Stronger immunity, improved prevention strategies, earlier and more specific diagnosis, and more accurate and effective treatment will all improve animal health, leading to lower emissions, reduced natural resource use, and fewer animals lost.

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The Economic and Social Contributions of the Animal Health Industry

A comprehensive analysis of the economic and social contributions of the animal health industry has found the global animal health market is estimated to be $39.9 billion. The U.S. accounts for nearly one third of the global market (32.6%), generating an estimated $13.8 billion in sales in 2021.

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Global State of Pet Care

The human population is fast-growing, but so is the number of pets and livestock worldwide, making animal health more important than ever. This report details global data about pet health.

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Featured Stories

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.

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.

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.

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.

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