Airvet and HABRI Partner to Advance the Human-Animal Bond

WASHINGTON, Aug. 31, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) announced today that Airvet, the leading provider of comprehensive pet care benefits for global workforces, has become an official supporter of HABRI and its scientific research to prove what millions of pet families already know: pets don't just make life better, they make us healthier.

Pet ownership in the United States has reached an all-time high and the human-animal bond is stronger than ever. HABRI research indicates that pet owners are highly attuned to their pet's health and well-being, and highly aware of the mental, physical and social health benefits of pets. More pet owners trust their veterinarians for information and resources on how best to keep their pets healthy and happy to strengthen their relationship with their companion animals. Airvet's mission is to make pet care more accessible and affordable by connecting pet families with licensed veterinarians around the clock and helping employers understand that supporting pet parents is more than a nice-to-have. It's a whole-person wellness strategy.

"At Airvet, we know stronger support in the workforce for pets, their families, and veterinary care leads to healthier outcomes for people," said Brandon Werber, CEO & Founder of Airvet. " We're proud to partner with HABRI to help advance the science behind why pets matter so much to human health and well-being."

Airvet and HABRI will now work together to translate that science of the human animal bond into action: advancing research, shaping public awareness, and giving employers, veterinary teams, and pet families the evidence they need to make better decisions for the people and pets they care about.

"Together, HABRI and Airvet will work on education and outreach efforts that translate the science behind the human-animal bond into practical insights for veterinary teams, pet owners, workforces and the broader public to support pet health, human health and societal well-being," said Steven Feldman, President of HABRI. "We are proud to partner with Airvet to advance research and education on the human-animal bond and to support the essential role pet benefits play in caring for our pets."

Both companies are committed to empowering individuals and companies to care for people and the pets that they love through supporting their bond.

About Airvet
Airvet is the leading provider of comprehensive care for all pet families, saving workforces time and money on avoidable pet care costs, reducing absenteeism and increasing productivity. Through Airvet's care platform, pet families have access to the tools they need to care for their pets through every stage of life, including 24/7 on-demand virtual veterinary care with licensed providers.

Airvet delivers proven workforce impact for employers across all industries, including clients such as Adobe, Elevance Health, PepsiCo, Lyft, Zoetis, and more. Learn more at www.airvet.com.

About HABRI
HABRI is a not-for-profit organization that funds innovative scientific research to document the health benefits of companion animals; educates the public about human-animal bond research; and advocates for the beneficial role of companion animals in society. For more information, please visit www.habri.org.

SOURCE Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI)