Merial is a world-leading, innovation-driven animal health company, providing a comprehensive range of products to enhance the health, well-being and performance of a wide range of animals. Merial employs approximately 5,000 people and operates in more than 150 countries worldwide. Its 2006 sales were nearly $2.2 billion.

Merial Limited is a joint venture between Merck & Co. and sanofi-aventis. For more information, please see www.merial.com