Program Schedule
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7:30 a.m. | Check -In/Registration begins - BI Atrium
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7:30-8:30 a.m. | Breakfast, Tours & Introductions
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8:30-8:35 a.m. | Welcome message
Dr. Beth Davis, Associate Dean of Clinical Programs, Department Head, and Professor
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8:35-9:25 a.m. | Managing common senior dog health conditions & comorbidities with nutrition (1 CE)
Learning Objectives:
- Identify key aging-related physiological changes in dogs and their nutritional impact.
- Understand sarcopenia in senior dogs and the role of dietary protein.
- Review how to implement nutrition strategies for common senior dog conditions..
Camille Torres-Henderson, DVM, DABVP, DACVIM (Nutrition)
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9:35-10:25 a.m. | Managing common senior cat health conditions and comorbidities with nutrition (1 CE)
Learning objectives:
- Identify aging-related physiological changes in cats and their nutritional impact.
- Apply nutrition strategies for common senior cat conditions.
- Recognize key aspects of feline nutrition for senior care.
Camille Torres-Henderson, DVM, DABVP, DACVIM (Nutrition)
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10:25-10:40 a.m. | Break
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10:40-11:30 a.m. | Senior pet diets (1 CE)
Learning objectives:
- Examine gaps in senior-specific nutrient guidelines.
- Assess pet food labels for senior suitability.
- Learn how to guide pet owners in selecting appropriate diets for senior pets.
Camille Torres-Henderson, DVM, DABVP, DACVIM (Nutrition)
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11:30-12:00 p.m. | Morning session Q&A
Camille Torres-Henderson, DVM, DABVP, DACVIM (Nutrition)
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12:00-1:00 p.m. | Lunch
Wildcat Corner Open VHC & Trotter Hall Tours (Optional)
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1:00-1:30 p.m. | Weighty Matters: Tackling canine & feline obesity in senior ets - Insights from the Healthy Weight Clinic & Pet Health Center (0.5 CE)
Pet obesity is the most common form of malnutrition in dogs and cats, with senior pets at even higher risk. Attendees will learn about the health risks and disease processes associated with excess weight, underscoring the importance of client education on nutrition. Practical guidance on designing and implementing personalized weight loss programs for pets will be provided. Insights from the Healthy Weight Clinic at the Pet Health and Nutrition Center will demonstrate the benefits of specialized weight loss programs for improving pet health and supporting pet owners.
Katherine Oakes, DVM
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1:30-2:20 p.m. | Canine cognitive dysfunction (1 CE)
With medical advancements in both treatments of disease, as well as improved nutrition, our pets are living longer lives. Unfortunately, we are seeing more of them develop cognitive impairment, just as with older people. Today’s discussion will explore the pathophysiology of cognitive decline in our pets, the incidence of this disease, as well as how to diagnose and treat it.
Susan Nelson, DVM
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2:20-2:40 p.m. | Break
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2:40-3:30 p.m. | Nutrition Tips and Tricks for the Senior Patient: Diets and Esophageal Feeding Tubes (1 CE)
This session will cover therapeutic diets and over-the-counter diets by Hill's Pet Nutrition suitable for your senior canine and feline patient. We will also explore some nutritional strategies, helpful tips and tricks, and when to consider and place an esophageal feeding tube. In addition, we will cover the basics of choosing a slurry that is calorically dense and a feeding plan that is unique to your patient's needs.
Ally Sptiz, DVM, (Residency Trained in Small Animal Clinical Nutrition)
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3:30-4:00 p.m. | Afternoon session Q&A
Susan Nelson, DVM, Katherine Oakes, DVM, and Ally Sptiz, DVM, DACVIM (Nutrition)
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