ROYAL CANIN
SYMPOSIUM

The microbiota in the perinatal period:
human perspectives and future direction
for companion animals

With microbiota emerging as the next major health challenge
for companion animals, this symposium will explore advances in microbiota
research during the critical perinatal period.

A cross-disciplinary exchange will bridge cutting-edge human knowledge with
current understanding in dogs and cats, highlighting translational opportunities
while acknowledging species-specific characteristics, inspiring innovative
approaches in small animal medicine.