Purina Institute will participate in the 51st World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA) Congress in Warsaw, Poland, scheduled for October 13–15, 2026. As a Diamond Partner of WSAVA, Purina Institute will sponsor the "Food for Thought" educational stream, featuring eight prominent speakers, and will also be the sole sponsor of the WSAVA Global State of Companion Animal Veterinary Practice Report 2026, which will be launched at the event.
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The congress, which is co-hosted by the Polish Small Animal Veterinary Association (PSAVA) and the Federation of European Companion Animal Veterinary Associations (FECAVA), will focus on the importance of nutrition in veterinary practice. Topics to be discussed include canine atopic dermatitis, antimicrobial stewardship, and feline kidney disease.
Dr. Marianne Lomberg, Head of Purina Institute, emphasized the value of the congress, stating, "The WSAVA World Congress offers an important opportunity to listen, learn, and share science that can make a difference in everyday veterinary practice. Through our ongoing partnership with WSAVA, we are helping make nutrition knowledge more accessible and actionable so veterinary teams can support healthier, longer lives for pets."
In addition to the congress, Purina Institute collaborates with various WSAVA committees and initiatives aimed at integrating science into practical veterinary applications. This includes contributions to the Nutrition, Education, Animal Welfare, and Wellness Committees, as well as efforts related to One Health and Therapeutics. The organization also supports regional Continuing Education events, an annual webinar series, and the WSAVA Nutrition Guidelines Course.
Purina Institute aims to translate trusted, evidence-based nutrition science into practical guidance for veterinary professionals, reinforcing the importance of nutrition in pet health discussions. For more information about the Purina Institute, visit PurinaInstitute.com.