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Hill's Pet Nutrition to Host Global Symposium 2025

Hill's Pet Nutrition, a global leader in scientific pet nutrition, has announced its much-anticipated Global Symposium for 2025. Entitled "Strong Science, Long Lives," the event aims to address and improve care for senior pets through specialized veterinary education.

Set to take place virtually on October 28 and 29, 2025, the symposium will offer veterinarians worldwide an incredible opportunity to engage with the latest developments in gyroscience and nutritional strategies pertinent to aging pets.

Purpose and Focus of the Symposium

The core mission of this symposium is to deepen the understanding of aging in pets and its nutritional implications. According to Dr. Jolle Kirpensteijn, Hill's Vice President of Veterinary Affairs, the theme perfectly encapsulates their commitment to enhancing the quality of life for senior pets. He stated, "By advancing studies on aging and implementing cutting-edge nutritional strategies, we believe we can significantly boost the health and longevity of aging dogs and cats."

Participants will have the chance to learn from over 18 esteemed experts, including renowned scientists and nutritionists from Hill's. Key topics to be covered include veterinary geroscience, cognitive dysfunction, mobility issues, and clinical approaches for senior pets with multiple comorbidities.

Notable Speakers

Among the highlighted speakers is the keynote speaker Nicole Ehrhart, VMD, MS, who is the director of the Columbine Health Systems Center for Health Aging at Colorado State University. She will kick off the symposium with insights derived from her research on Great Danes and longevity.

Natasha Olby, a respected veterinary neurologist and Professor at North Carolina State University, will discuss mobility loss in older canines, while Katie Tolbert, DVM, PhD, will focus on the fragility and comorbidities present in geriatric small animals.

Another notable session will feature Allison McGrath and Lisa Restine, who will explore the essential role nutrition plays in feline cognition.

Registration and Participation

Registration for this groundbreaking event is open to veterinarians everywhere. Interested veterinarians can sign up through Hill's Veterinary Academy, which will also provide access to live streaming in French for attendees from French-speaking countries. Each registered participant will receive access to session replays post-event, enabling them to revisit the valuable knowledge shared during the symposium.

Dr. Karen Shenoy, Chief Veterinary Officer for Hill's EMEA, expressed enthusiasm for the virtual format, emphasizing how this platform allows easy access to critical advancements in aging pet care. "This symposium is designed to provide our colleagues with vital scientific knowledge and practical insights that they can apply in their daily practices to promote healthy aging in all animals under their care," she added.

Commitment to Senior Pet Health

Hill's Pet Nutrition has been at the forefront of pet care for over 75 years, dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of pets through innovative nutritional solutions. Their team of nearly 200 veterinarians and nutrition scientists continuously works on developing comprehensive products to meet the specific dietary needs of aging animals. The symposium will showcase Hill's range of senior pet foods, aiming to bolster veterinarians' capabilities in managing aging patients.

For more information on the symposium and Hill’s offerings, visit HillsPet.com.

Through this initiative, Hill's continues to leave a lasting impact on the future of pet healthcare, especially for the most vulnerable among them – our beloved senior pets.