Science of Nutrition Symposia

Brian Zanghi

Several studies support the use of nutrition in the management of brain health across the various life stages of dogs. DHA is critical for puppy brain and vision development, while medium-chain triglycerides help "feed" an aging brain. Explore numerous studies which show the benefits of nutritional intervention in cognitive decline, cognitive dysfunction syndrome and idiopathic epilepsy.

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.

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.

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.

Andrew Sparkes, BVetMEd, PhD, DECVIM, MANZCS, MRCVS

Many factors can affect and alter the bond between owner and cat. The human-animal bond, including why people choose to own or not own a pet, is briefly reviewed. Discover what research reveals about the reasons pets, particularly cats, are relinquished.