

Resources
Treats & Supplements
Understanding Probiotics And Their Impact On Pet Health
Probiotics have a multitude of uses in veterinary medicine, including for healthy digestion, immune function, and anxious behaviors.
16 min to 20 min

Gastrointestinal Disorders
Changing Paradigms in Diarrhea Management: A Panel Discussion
In this adaptation of the Purina Institute Microbiome Forum Round Table 2024, learn from an expert panel why the focus should be avoiding antibiotics in acute diarrhea, how to manage cases, especially with diet, and how to effectively communicate these shifts in management.
6 min to 10 min

Adult Cat, Adult Dog
Decreased Energy Needs in Pets After Spaying or Neutering
In this brief video, Martha G. Cline, DVM, DACVIM (Nutrition), shares why adjusting feeding plans post-surgery is essential for long-term health in this short video.
1 min to 5 min

Excess Body Weight
Obesity in Dogs and Cats
In this brief video, Michael (Mike) T. Robbins, DVM, DACVIM (Nutrition), shares tips on how veterinary professionals can support healthier outcomes through targeted nutrition and regular monitoring
1 min to 5 min

Gastrointestinal Disorders
Chronic Enteropathy in Dogs
In this brief video, Raj Naik, DVM, DACVIM (Nutrition), outlines how nutritional intervention can help manage symptoms and reduce the need for invasive diagnostics.
1 min to 5 min

Adult Cat
Nutrition for Pregnant and Lactating Cats
In this brief video, Martha Cline, DVM, DACVIM (Nutrition), explains how feeding a high-quality diet formulated for growth and reproduction supports queens throughout pregnancy and lactation, and how calorie needs increase significantly as birth approaches.
1 min to 5 min

Dermatological Disorders, Ingredients in Pet Food
Zinc Responsive Dermatosis in Dogs
In this brief video, Michael (Mike) T. Robbins, DVM, DACVIM (Nutrition), reviews the two clinical syndromes of zinc responsive dermatosis and outlines how targeted nutritional strategies can support diagnosis and management, often leading to improvement within weeks.
1 min to 5 min
Microbiome
Volume 12: Systemic Effects of the Gut Microbiome
Learn how the gut microbiome shapes behavior, affects skin health, and influences feline chronic kidney disease—plus explore innovative strategies to modulate the microbiome for better outcomes.
16 min to 20 min

Choosing a Pet Food
The Nutritional Value of Dry Pet Food
Manufacturing dry pet food is a science that has been studied extensively to safely produce complete and balanced diets that have all the nutrients that pets need to thrive. Understanding the production methods and benefits of dry kibble can help improve communication with owners about commercial pet food.
6 min to 10 min
Gastrointestinal Disorders
Demystifying Adverse Food Reactions: A Panel Discussion
Learn more about elimination diet trials for pets with suspected adverse food reactions and how to address challenges pet owners may face during a dietary trial in this discussion featuring veterinary dermatologist, Dr. Domenico Santoro, and internal medicine specialist, Dr. Frédéric Gaschen.
6 min to 10 min
Feeding Philosophies, Ingredients in Pet Food
Volume 7: Nutritional Sustainability
Gain understanding about sustainability considerations specific to pet food, the use of sustainable ingredients in pet food, and communicating with clients about sustainable ingredients.
16 min to 20 min

Renal & Urinary Disorders
Comprehensive Management of Feline CKD: A Panel Discussion
Learn more about nutritional intervention for feline CKD and how to partner with pet owners to improve adherence to your diagnostic and nutritional recommendations in this discussion, moderated by feline internal medicine specialist Dr. Andy Sparkes, featuring internal medicine specialist Dr. Jessica Quimby and Board Certified Veterinary Nutritionist® Dr. Lindsey Bullen.
6 min to 10 min