Purina Institute

25 years on, one landmark study is still shaping conversations about healthy weight in dogs. The Purina Life Span Study continues to influence how veterinary professionals approach canine nutrition, weight management and long-term health. Julie Churchill, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (Nutrition), shares how she still references the study in her clinical conversations almost every day, highlighting the lasting impact of Purina's nutritional research on veterinary practice. A powerful example of how science can continue to inform clinical decision-making decades later. Watch Dr. Churchill share her insights and discover why this research remains so relevant today. Explore more in: http://spr.ly/6045BHiSuZ #PurinaInstitute #VeterinaryNutrition #CanineHealth #VetMed

✅ Answer: A. A food trial with a hydrolyzed or novel protein diet For dogs with chronic enteropathy, nutrition is an important first-line strategy, with many patients responding to dietary change. While antibiotics were previously often used when dogs did not respond to a food trial, current considerations around dysbiosis, relapse and antimicrobial resistance have changed this approach. 🔗 Explore the evidence and learn more about antibiotic-responsive enteropathy: http://spr.ly/6041BGLTQf #VeterinaryMedicine #VeterinaryNutrition #ChronicEnteropathy #PurinaInstitute

Explore the role of hydrolysed diets in managing dermatologic diseases in cats and dogs. Join the Purina Institute and WSAVA on 19th November for an expert led webinar explaining the science behind hydrolyzed diets and their application in veterinary practice. Dr. Noli will share practical insights into: 🔬 How hydrolyzed diets are produced 🐾 When, why and how to use them 📋 How to select the most appropriate diet for your patients 💡 The potential benefits for both skin and gut health 📅 19 November 2026 🕕 6:00 PM AEDT | 08:00 CET 🎓 Earn 1 hour of CE Gain valuable insights to support nutritional decision-making in clinical practice. 👉 Register now: http://spr.ly/6044BHGLIa #PurinaInstitute #WSAVA #VeterinaryDermatology #VeterinaryNutrition #VetMed

🐾 We're excited to be at #WSAVA2026 in Warsaw, Poland! As a proud supporter of WSAVA, we're delighted to be part of this year's congress, connecting with veterinary professionals from around the world to share knowledge, exchange ideas and explore the latest developments in veterinary medicine. 🎓 Be sure to catch the Food for Thought lectures, bringing veterinary nutrition science and practical clinical insights to the forefront. 📍 Attending WSAVA 2026? Visit the Purina Institute team at Booth #12 to discover how we're helping veterinary professionals put nutrition science into practice. We look forward to seeing you there! #WSAVA2026 #PurinaInstitute #VeterinaryNutrition #VetMed #PetHealth

🦠 Putting microbiome science into clinical practice. Join us 18–19 November 2026 for the free Purina Institute Microbiome Forum Virtual Event 2026. Hear from leading experts and explore practical insights on giardiasis in dogs, feline infectious peritonitis (FIP), dysbiosis, chronic enteropathy and the role of nutrition in gastrointestinal health. Register now to secure your spot: http://spr.ly/6041BGLzgf #PurinaInstitute #Microbiome #VeterinaryMedicine

Choosing the right diet can play a key role in the management of gastrointestinal disease. Join this webinar to explore evidence-based nutritional strategies for managing acute gastroenteritis and pancreatitis, with practical guidance on selecting the most appropriate diet for individual patients. 📅 21 October 2026 🕕 18:00 AEDT (UTC+11) | 09:00 CEST (UTC+2) 🔗 Register via the link now: http://spr.ly/6043BGH8wW