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 Pets on Parliament Hill (Canada), Cutest Pets on Capitol Hill (United States), and Best Buddies in the Brussels Bubble (Europe).

In recognition of the essential role that veterinary professionals play in animal health and welfare, the announcement of the contest winner comes on International Day of Veterinary Medicine.

“Louis didn’t just win the hearts of Canadians — he won over our European and American friends as well!! Team Canada is thrilled to take home the title, and this global competition is a reminder of how our love of pets knows no boundaries and why we work to champion animal health every day. When our pets thrive, so do we,” said Dr. Catherine Filejski, CAHI President and CEO.

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 to show the importance of pets in our daily lives.” 

Roxane Feller, Director General of AnimalhealthEurope, added, “The bond between people and pets is one of society’s strongest. The interest in this inaugural global contest has been proof of that, and we’re looking forward to further fun rivalry with our winning pets next year.”

As the Global Cutest Pets Showdown wraps up, all three organizations celebrate not only the joy pets bring to our lives but also the vital role that the animal health industry and veterinarians play in keeping them healthy around the world.

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About the Canadian Animal Health Institute (CAHI)

Established in 1968, CAHI is the trusted, science-based voice of the Canadian animal health industry.  Our members provide Canada’s veterinarians and animal owners with the veterinary medicines and tools necessary to maintain the health of our pets and food animal population. Healthier animals for a healthier Canada.

About the Animal Health Institute (AHI)

The Animal Health Institute (AHI) represents companies in the U.S. that make products to keep animals healthy, including drugs, vaccines, feed additives and diagnostics.  Our members develop and make products that help pets live longer, healthier lives and contribute to safe food by keeping food animals healthy.

About AnimalhealthEurope

AnimalhealthEurope represents manufacturers of animal medicines, vaccines, and other health products across Europe, promoting a sustainable and responsible approach to animal health and welfare.