Thinking about Supplements for the Canine Behavior Patient
1.0 CE Credit Hour / Veterinarians & Veterinary Technicians
Overview:
Studies of dogs with behavior issues have reported gut dysfunctions and dysbiosis. If you think about it, how friendly and engaging are you when you are suffering from gastrointestinal upsets? This area of research is now termed the Gut-Brain Axis. It is recognizing that the brain and nervous system have continual bidirectional communication with gut and its microbiota which is essential for healthy brain and gut functions.
Studies in the Gut-Brain Axis seek to identify potential supplements, nutritional support products, and other nonpharmacological interventions that can be a part of treatment and management. Using case examples, learn about the Gut-Brain Axis and applying supplement strategies to your canine behavior patients.
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understanding the Gut-Brain Axis and its role in behavior and mental health
- Learn about the importance of gut microbiota for optimal gut functions
- Discuss how multi modal management is needed to address canine behavior issues
- Gain knowledge about how to utilize supplements with nutritional supportive products and specific nutrients for dogs with behavior issues
Donna M. Raditic DVM, CVA, ACVIM (Nutrition)
Donna M. Raditic is a graduate of Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine and is a Board Certified Veterinary Nutritionist® being one of only 100 Diplomats of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine subspecialty Nutrition. She was a professor for both the Nutrition and the Integrative Medicine Services at the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine. Currently she is a member of Nutrition and Integrative Medicine Consultants which offers independent consulting and education about companion animal nutrition and pet supplements. With a career that includes being a general practitioner, veterinary nutritionist, academician, to consultant she offers unique perspectives on the role of nutrition, supplements, and integrative veterinary care for companion animals.
Moderator: Fred Wininger, VMD, MS, DACVIM (Neurology)
Fred Wininger, VMD, MS, DACVIM (Neurology), originally from New Jersey, graduated from the University of Pennsylvania College of Veterinary Medicine. After completing a small animal rotating internship at the University of Georgia, he finished his neurology/neurosurgery residency at Washington State University. There he developed a love for neuroimaging and the development of a novel neuronavigation device. After joining the faculty at the University of Missouri, he applied these interests to develop therapies for both animals and children with the rare neurodegenerative disorder known as Batten disease (neuronal ceroid lipofuscinosis) and was awarded the young investigator award by the Batten Disease Support & Research Association for his work. He then moved to St Louis, Missouri, where he practiced for several years and developed the first hybrid private practice/academic neurology residency program, which continues today.
He currently practices at Charlotte Animal Referral & Emergency in North Carolina. In addition to his clinical and teaching responsibilities, Wininger owns and operates 3D Veterinary Printing, LLC, which creates anatomic models and customized surgical tools to aid veterinary surgeons and neurosurgeons around the world. He also is the founding treasurer of the Veterinary Neurosurgical Society, an active member of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine, and adjunct professor for the University of Missouri. In his spare time, Wininger enjoys scuba diving, endurance sports, and exploring new places through their food.
This program has been approved for 1.0 hours of continuing education credit in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval.
This activity is sponsored by Standard Process.
