About this event
Protein provides essential amino acids that are needed for optimal health. Not all proteins are created equal and insufficient or poor quality protein intake can negatively affect the health of both dogs and cats. In this presentation, we will review the functions of protein and amino acids and their essentiality in the body, cover what minimum vs optimal levels of protein intake are defined as, consequences of deficiency, disease conditions that are impacted directly by protein intake, and controversies centered around protein levels in the diet. Veterinary practitioners should recommend diets that provide optimal protein quality and quantity, and those that are appropriate for the life stage and condition of the pet in order to maximally support health.
This is a live event only and will not be recorded.
This program has been approved for 1.0 hour of continuing education credit in jurisdictions which recognize RACE approval. Virbac is approved as a NY State sponsor of continuing education for veterinarians and veterinary technicians. You must attend the full presentation to receive CE credit.
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Guest speaker
Laura Gaylord, DVM, DACVIM (Nutrition) Board Certified Veterinary Nutritionist® @ Whole Pet Provisions, PLLCG
Laura B. Gaylord is a Board Certified Veterinary Nutritionist® and Diplomat of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (subspecialty Nutrition). She is an independent consultant and the owner/founder of Whole Pet Provisions, PLLC, a nutrition consulting company established in 2016. She has been a general practitioner in North Carolina for over 24 years working in integrative and physical rehabilitation practices. Through her company, she offers homemade diet recipe formulation and commercial diet consultations for pet parents and their veterinary team, as well as consulting services for pet food and pet supplement companies. Combining her years of clinical experience with passion for nutrition, Dr. Gaylord seeks to promote optimal wellness and integrative veterinary care for companion animals and the pet vested industry.
