Purina Institute Events

Jan Suchodolski, MedVet, DrVetMed, PhD, AGAF, DACVM

Discover how no single test allows proper assessment of the gut microbiota and its function and why a combination of molecular tools, with an emphasis on the gut dysbiosis index, is needed for case management.

Jan Suchodolski, MedVet, DrVetMed, PhD, AGAF, DACVM

Learn how the gut microbiome is a metabolic and immunologic organ that plays an important role in health and disease. Dr. Suchodolski also explores the relationship between the microbiota, dysbiosis and systemic organ disease.

Gail Czarnecki-Maulden, MS, PhD

Learn how probiotic strains are identified and developed, and uncover the truth behind common myths and misconceptions about probiotics and synbiotics.

Holly Lutz, PhD

Explore the important role of the gut and its microbiome in host immunity and inflammation, including mechanisms of host-microbe interactions and variations in their relationship throughout the animal kingdom.

Linda Toresson, DVM, PhD

Get a clinically focused overview of gut microbiome composition and learn how the microbiome affects and is affected by host health and disease.

Valerie Parker, DVM, DACVIM, DACVN

Learn about the mechanisms and impact of macronutrient changes and fiber on gut health and the microbiome, with a focus on clinical relevance.

Linda Toresson, DVM, PhD

Jan Suchodolski, MedVet, DrVetMed, PhD, AGAF, DACVM

Experts discuss the current evidence for FMT, its benefits and risks, how it should be performed, and when FMT is appropriate in clinical cases.

Karin Allenspach, Dr.med.vet. DECVIM-CA, PhD, AGAF

Delve into the growing evidence that supports the pivotal role of the gut-brain axis in cognition, anxiety and epilepsy in humans and pets.

Julie Spears, PhD

Explore current knowledge of the oral microbiome, including its development and the impact of dental disease and dental cleaning.