As a testament to our commitment to knowledge sharing, the Pet Food Digital Summit 2024is completely FREE to attend, including pre-registration required. The online event will be broadcast on 5-6 March.
On the first day, March 5, Dr Kay O’Donnell, VP, Science, Waltham Petcare Science Institute, Mars Petcare, will talk in a Fireside Chat about the work the pet food major is doing to generate more data about the impact of best microbiome health in the welfare of dogs and cats.
Startup pitch
The morning session will also feature a startup elevator pitch section showcasing three pet microbiome focused firms, including Dr Beatrix Förster, CEO/CSO of Doderm, Asher Nathan, co-founder and CEO of Biome9, and Dr Emily Stein, CEO, Teef for Life , presenting their innovations.
That’s followed by our panel discussion – Decoding pet wellness: Microbiome, immunity, and nutritional insights, with Judy Schnurr, Senior Director, Nutrition Innovation, Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Emmanuelle Apper, Senior Research Manager, Affinity Petcare, and pet industry consultant US animal and biotics expert, Greg Sunvold, participant.
Some commentators say that the microbiota is less well documented within companion animals than in humans or farm animals so we ask renowned experts how the pet industry can help build scientific knowledge in this area. .
In addition, we will examine the importance of advancing clinical evidence in this space and hear how research tools or analytical methods are helping pet food companies and academic researchers more fully understand the microbiome of pet.
Microbiome composition and diversity
Additionally, those panelists will share their knowledge of the ways in which pet foods can influence the composition and diversity of the microbiome in dogs and cats.
We will ask them if nutritional strategies focused on the health of the microbiome should be the same in cats and in dogs, and we will also explore how important the use of probiotics, prebiotics/fiber, and postbiotics is in respect of changing the microbiota in companion animals.
Don’t miss this rare opportunity for insight into the current and future state of pet microbiome research.
The FeedNavigator Pet Food Digital Summit 2024, in general, promises to not only explore the latest trends but also set the stage for meaningful discussions in pet nutrition. Secure your spot now – register to join usat this groundbreaking event!
