This presentation will discuss the nutritional management of gastrointestinal disorders in dogs and cats. We will cover management of upper and lower gastrointestinal disease, such as vomiting, chronic enteropathy, and diarrhea. Nutrition strategies managing these concerns will be discussed.

Presented by Caitlyn Getty, DVM, Phd, DACVIM (Nutrition)

Research suggests gathering a comprehensive history, which includes understanding a client’s readiness to make change, is a fundamental first step in developing an effective weight-management plan with a client.   By understanding our client’s perspective, including the obstacles they perceive exist in relation to managing their pet’s weight, we as veterinary professionals become better positioned to adjust and explain the value of our weight-management plan in a way that holds relevance for that individual client. Drawing on recent research, this session will explore several communication strategies to engage clients in developing a tailored weight management plan for their animal.

Learning objectives:
Describe five stages relating to an owner’s readiness to change
Describe the current state of obesity-related client communication in veterinary practice
Use several communication strategies to engage clients in developing a tailored weight management plan for their animal

Presented by Jason Coe, DVM, PhD

*Live session is RACE-Approved for 1 hour of CE