microbiomeforum

Microbiome-Centric Management of Acute and Chronic Diarrhea in Dogs and Cats

Speakers:

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

Valerie Parker, DVM, DACVIM, DACVN

Linda Toresson, DVM, PhD

Joerg Steiner med.vet., Dr.med.vet., PhD, DACVIM-SAIM, DECVIM-CA, AGAF

Stefan Unterer, riv.-Doz., Dr. med. vet., Dr. habil., DipECVIM-CA

Our understanding of the gut microbiome is rapidly evolving, but is our case management of diarrhea evolving with it? In this roundtable discussion with Q&A, leading experts discuss key aspects of managing acute and chronic diarrhea in dogs and cats, with a focus on providing practical and evidence-based advice for veterinarians. Specific topics include methods for evaluating the presence of dysbiosis, conducting elimination diet trials, benefits of fiber and other dietary interventions, identifying when fecal microbiota transfer (FMT) is appropriate, and how to perform FMT when indicated. 

The Purina Institute Microbiome Forum Round Table was held on March 31, 2022

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