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Hill's Pet Nutrition Launches 2025 Global Symposium

Hill's Pet Nutrition, a renowned leader in veterinary nutrition, has announced the highly anticipated 2025 Global Symposium, themed "Strong Science, Long Lives." This event aims to enhance the understanding and care of aging pets through cutting-edge research and nutritional strategies. Slated for October 26-28, 2025, in Phoenix, Arizona, the Symposium will be livestreamed worldwide, granting veterinary professionals, regardless of location, access to the latest advancements in geroscience and nutrition for older pets.

This Symposium represents a pivotal gathering for veterinary professionals, equipping them with knowledge that could transform clinical practices in caring for senior pets. It promotes one of the largest educational opportunities globally and is offered free of charge to participants. Attendees, whether joining in-person or virtually through Hill's Veterinary Academy, will gain invaluable insights into various aspects of senior pet care. The virtual platform will also provide on-demand access to presentations in English, Spanish, and French, ensuring inclusivity for a global audience.

The primary focus of this year's event is to highlight the essential role nutrition plays in enhancing the quality of life for aging pets. As pets live longer, understanding their unique needs during their senior years is critical. The discussions will encompass vital topics such as veterinary geroscience, mobility challenges, cognitive dysfunction syndrome, and strategies for managing pets with multiple health conditions.

Dr. Jolle Kirpensteijn, chief veterinary officer at Hill's, expresses that the Symposium aligns with Hill's mission to foster the health and longevity of pets. He emphasizes that by integrating scientific research with advanced nutritional practices, the aim is to significantly uplift the lives of aging pets and their guardians.

The symposium will feature over 18 leading experts in the field, including notable keynote speakers:

• - Nicole Ehrhart, VMD, MS, DACVS: Director of the Columbine Health Systems Center for Health Aging, she will tackle the ageing process and longevity in pets.
• - Natasha Olby, Vet MB, PhD, MRCVS: Renowned for her work in veterinary neurology, she will present on mobility loss in senior dogs.
• - Katie Tolbert, DVM, PhD: A focus on frailty and comorbidities in geriatric patients will be addressed by her.
• - Allison McGrath, M.S., and Lisa Restine, DVM: Together, they will explore nutrition's role in feline cognitive health.

Dr. Chelsie Estey, chief veterinary officer for Hill's in the U.S., stresses the Symposium as a platform for groundbreaking research and practical solutions that will position veterinarians as champions for healthy aging in pets.

In conjunction with the Symposium, Hill's will showcase its latest innovative products designed specifically for senior pets. Among these are the newly launched Hill's Prescription Diet Brain Care + j/d and Hill's Prescription Diet Multi-Organ with ActivBiome+ Kidney Defense, each formulated with the nutritional needs of aging pets in mind. These products aim to provide comprehensive support, ensuring that veterinary professionals have robust dietary options for managing the health of senior patients effectively.

For those looking to participate in this significant event and enhance their understanding of senior pet care, registration is now open. Interested individuals can find the detailed agenda, a full list of speakers, and registration information on the Hill's Veterinary Academy website. As Hill's continues its legacy of over 75 years, the commitment to advancing the understanding and care of pets remains central to its mission.

About Hill's Pet Nutrition: Established more than seven decades ago, Hill's Pet Nutrition stands at the forefront of pet health nutrition, supported by a dedicated team of nearly 200 veterinarians and Ph.D. nutritionists. Hill's offers an extensive line of therapeutic and wellness products, striving to meet the specific needs of pets across the globe through scientific research and innovation.

For detailed information on Hill’s products and philosophies in nutrition, visit HillsPet.com.