Merck Animal Health Joins USEA as a Corporate Sponsor
Leesburg, Va. – The United States Eventing Association (USEA) is thrilled to announce their new partnership with Intervet Inc,. d/b/a Merck Animal Health. Merck Animal Health has signed on as a Corporate Sponsor and as the Official Animal Health Provider of the USEA. In addition, Merck is now a Platinum Sponsor of the USEA American Eventing Championships as well as a Contributing Sponsor of the USEA Gold Cup Series, USEA Young Event Horse Series, and the USEA Future Event Horse Series.
“We are delighted to welcome Merck Animal Health to the USEA family of sponsors. The protection that Merck’s products provides for competition horses is vital to their health and well-being,” said Jo Whitehouse, USEA CEO. “Event horses are the ultimate equine athlete and you will not find a better cared for animal anywhere than in the sport of Eventing. With the support of Merck and its line of high quality animal health products to rely upon our members will be able to relax knowing that their horses are in peak condition fifty two weeks a year.”
Merck & Co., Inc. is an American pharmaceutical company, and one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in the world. Intervet Inc., d/b/a Merck Animal Health now markets products in more than 140 countries, and operates a network of manufacturing sites and research development facilities around the world.
“Merck Animal Health is pleased to partner with the United States Eventing Association, an organization committed to education and support of the growing eventing community,” said Eric Johnson, Marketing Manager of the Equine Team at Merck Animal Health. “Eventers represent the best qualities of a horseperson - hard working, resilient and multi-talented people who want the best for their horses.”
About the USEA
The USEA is a non-profit 501 C (3), educational organization committed to providing eventing enthusiasts with a competitive level suited to their individual skills. By assisting and educating competitors, event organizers and officials; maintaining responsible safety standards; and registering qualified competitions and clinics, the USEA offers a strong and continuous training opportunity for an ever-expanding field of world-class competitors. Just as importantly, the USEA provides a means for all riders, regardless of age or ability, to experience the thrill of eventing.
About Merck Animal Health
Today's Merck is a global healthcare leader working to help the world be well. Merck Animal Health, known as MSD Animal Health outside the United States and Canada, is the global animal health business unit of Merck. Through its commitment to the Science of Healthier Animals™, Merck Animal Health offers veterinarians, farmers, pet owners and governments one of the widest ranges of veterinary pharmaceuticals, vaccines and health management solutions and services. Merck Animal Health is dedicated to preserving and improving the health, well-being and performance of animals. It invests extensively in dynamic and comprehensive R&D resources and a modern, global supply chain. Merck Animal Health is present in more than 50 countries, while its products are available in some 150 markets. For more information, visit www.merck-animal-health-usa.com.
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