Microbiome Forum Lectures

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Microbiome Forum Lectures

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Differential Fermentation of Fibers by Dogs and Cats

4 Topics

Differential Fermentation of Fibers by Dogs and Cats

Julie Spears, PhD

Learn why testing fermentable fibers and prebiotics in specific species (i.e., dog versus cat) is both necessary and beneficial. 

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Less than 30 minutes

The Gut–Brain Axis in Epilepsy and Cognitive Dysfunction

5 Topics

The Gut–Brain Axis in Epilepsy and Cognitive Dysfunction

Holger Volk, DVM, DECVN, PhD, PGCAP, FHEA, MRCVS

The gut–brain axis and diet play important roles in the management of canine idiopathic epilepsy, its comorbidities, and cognition.

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30-60 minutes

The Gut–Kidney Axis and Its Role in Feline CKD

4 Topics

The Gut–Kidney Axis and Its Role in Feline CKD

Jessica Quimby, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM), PhD

Get new insights into how the gut microbiome, uremic toxins, hydration, and diet interact to influence the health of cats with chronic kidney disease. 

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Less than 30 minutes

Managing Difficult Chronic Enteropathy Cases

7 Topics

Managing Difficult Chronic Enteropathy Cases

Jan Suchodolski, MedVet, DrVetMed, PhD, AGAF, DACVM
Julia Fritz, DECVCN, FTÄ Tierernährung und Diätetik
Fabio Procoli, DMV, MVetMed, DACVIM, DECVIM-CA (Internal Medicine), MRCVS
Linda Toresson, DVM, PhD
Jenessa Winston, DVM, PhD, DACV

Leading experts discuss management of difficult canine and feline chronic enteropathy cases with an emphasis on practical, evidence-based advice for veterinarians.

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90+ minutes

Purina Institute Microbiome Forum 2022 Day 2 Panel Discussion

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Purina Institute Microbiome Forum 2022 Day 2 Panel Discussion

Jan Suchodolski, MedVet, DrVetMed, PhD, AGAF, DACVM
Fabio Procoli, DMV, MVetMed, DACVIM, DECVIM-CA (Internal Medicine), MRCVS
Jenessa Winston, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (SAIM)
Julia Fritz, Dr. med. vet., DECVCN
Jaime Hui, BVSc, DACVIM (SAIM)

The speakers appearing during Day 2 of the Purina Institute Microbiome Forum 2022 join Dr. Jan Suchodolski to answer and discuss questions submitted by audience members. 

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Less than 30 minutes

Longitudinal Assessment of Toxigenic Clostridium perfringens Strains in Dogs With Acute Hemorrhagic Diarrhea Syndrome

3 Topics

Longitudinal Assessment of Toxigenic Clostridium perfringens Strains in Dogs With Acute Hemorrhagic Diarrhea Syndrome

Helene Stübing, DVM

Is antimicrobial treatment necessary for dogs with acute hemorrhagic diarrhea syndrome without signs of septicemia? Learn what a recent clinical study suggests.

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Less than 30 minutes

Purina Institute Microbiome Forum 2022 Day 2 Introduction

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Purina Institute Microbiome Forum 2022 Day 2 Introduction

Natalia Wagemans, MD, PhD
Jan Suchodolski, MedVet, DrVetMed, PhD, AGAF, DACVM

Dr. Natalia Wagemans introduces Microbiome Forum 2022 Day 2 speakers, while Dr. Jan Suchodolski provides a brief preview of the day’s lectures.

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Less than 30 minutes

Effects of Fecal Microbiota Transplantation on the Microbiome of Healthy Cats Administered Amoxicillin and Clavulanate

Fecal Microbiota Transplantation, Microbiome

Effects of Fecal Microbiota Transplantation on the Microbiome of Healthy Cats Administered Amoxicillin and Clavulanate

Jamie Hui, BVSc, DACVIM (SAIM)

Can fecal microbiota transplantation reverse the effects of antibiotic-induced dysbiosis? Discover what a recent study shows.

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Less than 30 minutes

The Feline Microbiome in Gastrointestinal Disease

Gut Microbiome, Microbiome

The Feline Microbiome in Gastrointestinal Disease

Fabio Procoli, DMV, MVetMed, DACVIM, DECVIM-CA (Internal Medicine), MRCVS

Real clinical cases are used to demonstrate how the intestinal microbiome impacts development of common GI disorders in cats and how to manage intestinal dysbiosis.

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30-60 minutes

A Practical Approach to Dietary Fiber

Fiber, Microbiome

A Practical Approach to Dietary Fiber

Julia Fritz, Dr. med. vet, DECVCN

A review of relevant properties of dietary fiber and how those traits determine which veterinary patients can benefit from their use.

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30-60 minutes

Companion Animal FMT Consortium: Guidelines for Clinical Practice

3 Topics

Companion Animal FMT Consortium: Guidelines for Clinical Practice

Jenessa Winston, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (SAIM)

An introduction to microbiome medicine and fecal microbiota transplantation in companion animals, including a review of guidelines for clinical veterinary practice.

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30-60 minutes

Pathogen or Red Herring—Should We Be Treating Intestinal Clostridia in Pets?

3 Topics

Pathogen or Red Herring—Should We Be Treating Intestinal Clostridia in Pets?

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

New findings show overgrowth of enteropathogens is often secondary to intestinal dysbiosis, suggesting a change in treatment strategies may be necessary.

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30-60 minutes