Small Animal Clinical Nutrition Symposium

Program Schedule

9:00-9:10 am | Welcome Message & Introductions

Dr. Beth Davis, Associate Dean of Clinical Programs, Department Head, and Professor

9:10-10:00 am | Tips and Tricks for Promoting Healthy Weight in Dogs and Cats

Pet obesity has emerged as a significant concern, warranting our utmost attention, especially in the context of small animal nutrition. Managing weight in dogs and cats is pivotal for their overall well-being and is a cornerstone of small animal practice.

This session will emphasize the critical importance of addressing weight-related issues in our canine and feline patients. Throughout the presentation, we will delve into practical strategies geared toward achieving and maintaining a healthy weight for pets. This knowledge helps to ensure that your expertise in this vital domain remains both current and effective.

Additionally, a spotlight will be shown on the remarkable "Healthy Weight Clinic at the Veterinary Health Center." This specialized clinic has played a pivotal role in combating the obesity epidemic in dogs and cats, offering valuable insights and approaches that you can integrate into your practice.

KSU CVM House Officer Dr. Amanda Nascimento, PhD

10:10-11:00 am | The Business of Veterinary Dietary Recommendations: How to Integrate Nutrition Science Into Your Practice

This presentation will discuss the disconnect between pet owners' and veterinarians' views regarding veterinary dietary recommendations. We will cover the basics of nutrition science and business management as it relates to selected pet health conditions and how to use that knowledge to bridge this disconnect. Lastly, the presentation will provide an example of how to successfully incorporate nutrition recommendations into clinical practice settings.

KSU CVM House Officer Dr. Flavia Vaduva, MBA

11:20-12:10pm | The First Five Minutes- Life-Saving Interventions In Emergency Cases

This session will focus on life-saving interventions in dogs and cats that can be performed within the first few minutes of the animal presenting to a veterinary practice.

Dr. Adesola Odunayo, DACVEEC

Wildcat Corner Open VHC & Trotter Hall Tours (Optional)

1:10-2:00 pm | Gastrointestinal Emergencies

This session will focus on managing common GI emergencies in dogs and cats.

Dr. Adesola Odunayo, DACVEEC

2:20-3:10 pm | Don't Forget the Groceries, the Importance of Nutrition Support in Critically Ill Patients

This talk will focus on nutrition support for critically ill canine and feline patients. We will discuss the metabolism and consequences of anorexia and starvation, methods to provide nutrition support to patients who cannot or will not eat, and how to choose an appropriate diet.

Dr. Caitlyn Getty, DACVIM (nutrition)

3:10-4:00 pm | Q&A

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