Human allergy to cats. A new veterinary intervention

Veterinary healthcare teams are uniquely positioned to help cat-allergic clients faced with either reducing cat allergens in their home or rehoming their cat. To advise clients appropriately, veterinary professionals must understand basic concepts about human allergy to cats, the potential effects of allergy on the human–cat bond and available options to help cat-allergic pet owners. DISCOVER what Purina Institute brings as a recently developed science-based solution that complements recommendations from human healthcare professionals.

Learning Outcomes
• Understand basic concepts about human allergy to cats • Understand the potential effects of allergy on the human–cat bond and cat welfare • How to advise clients appropriately about cat allergen management • Get updated about available options to help cat-allergic pet owners. • Purina Institute breakthrough bringing a nutritional intervention for veterinarians.
Speakers: Andy Sparkes, Simply Feline Veterinary Consultancy and Co-Editor - Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery
Ebenezer Satyaraj, Director - Nestle Purina Research

15 Nov 2024
16:00 - 16:50
Gallery Suite 5