Immunity, Microbiome
Ebenezer Satyaraj, PhD
Discover the answers to two key questions: Why enhance the immune health of healthy dogs and cats? and How can food influence the immune system? Dr. Ebenezer Satyaraj shares findings from studies into immune and gut health benefits of adding bovine colostrum to diets.
Less than 30 minutes
Immunity, Microbiome
Michael R. Lappin, DVM, PhD, DACVIM
A number of positive effects have been documented in healthy research dogs and cats while being fed bovine colostrum-supplemented food. Dr. Michael Lappin discusses potential clinical uses of bovine colostrum-supplemented food using three common clinical problems in cats and dogs as examples.
Less than 30 minutes
Immunity, Microbiome
Glen Davison, PhD
Bovine colostrum has received considerable attention as a dietary supplement that may confer immune and gut health benefits. Explore the research that indicates the beneficial effects of bovine colostrum supplementation on immune function and intestinal integrity in people during acute and chronic exercise-induced stress.
30-60 minutes
Immunity, Microbiome, Probiotics
Michael R. Lappin, DVM, PhD, DACVIM
Probiotics are live microorganisms that when administered in adequate amounts confer a beneficial health effect on the host. Most information about pet probiotics focuses on gastrointestinal disease management. But could a probiotic modulate the immune response of dogs and cats? Dr. Michael Lappin reviews evidence that shows some probiotics may enhance or dampen the immune system.
30-60 minutes
Chronic Kidney Disease, Nutrition
Dottie Laflamme, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (Nutrition)
When it comes to cats with chronic kidney disease (CKD), veterinary professionals need to feed the cat, not just the kidneys. Explore the functions of diet for cats with CKD, key nutrients of concern and supporting evidence. Dr. Dottie Laflamme outlines important considerations when selecting a diet for geriatric cats with CKD.
30-60 minutes
Nutrition
Lizzie Parker, PhD
A significant evolution in nutritional science has occurred during the past 20 years. Learn about science-based nutritional interventions for dogs and cats that demonstrate the true power of nutrition.
Less than 30 minutes
Cat Allergens
Antonella Muraro, MD, PhD
Ebenezer Satyaraj, PhD
What if the simple act of feeding a cat provided more options for your cat-allergic patients? Learn about an innovative approach that neutralizes the major cat allergen at its source in the cat’s saliva.
This innovation reduces the major cat allergen while keeping the cat in its loving home – allowing you to reframe your conversations with cat-allergic patients.
Less than 30 minutes
Cat Allergens
Andrew Sparkes, BVetMEd, PhD, DECVIM, MANZCS, MRCVS
What do veterinarians need to know about human allergies to cats? Get a brief overview of the condition, including its prevalence, causes, symptoms, diagnosis and management. Since human allergies to cats impact cat welfare and the human-animal bond, veterinary professionals may be able to help clients reduce their exposure to cat allergens as part of allergy management.
Less than 30 minutes
Cat Allergens
Ebenezer Satyaraj, PhD
Allergy to cats is one of the most common animal-origin allergies in humans and affects as many as one in five adults worldwide. Cat allergies have significant consequences for humans and cats. A novel, simple solution safely reduces cat allergens, offering an opportunity to bring cats and people closer together and benefitting pets and their owners. Explore the science behind the innovation and the research that supports its efficacy and safety.
30-60 minutes