Improving the health and well-being of pets through education, research, and practical application is at the core of a recent funding granted to the Kansas State (K-State) University’s College of Veterinary Medicine.
Hill’s Pet Nutrition has announced their investment with the creation of the Hill’s Pet Nutrition Clinical Nutrition Professorship at K-State. This effort aims to enhance the educational experience of veterinary students and contribute to the advancement of veterinary nutritional science.
“It’s important vet students receive comprehensive education in pet nutrition, which will be a critical aspect of promoting lifelong overall health in pets,” says Jolle Kirpensteijn, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVS, ECVS, Hill’s global chief veterinary officer. “We look forward to a continued partnership to create a future generation of veterinarians, fully knowledgeable and confident in making nutritional recommendations.”
The investment, spread over five years, will support the appointment of a faculty member who will be responsible for developing and teaching courses that cover all aspects of small animal nutrition, from basic dietary requirements to advanced therapeutic nutrition strategies.
Additionally, the professor will lead research initiatives aimed at improving nutritional practices and developing new dietary solutions for common and complex health issues in small animals.
“This professorship will enhance our educational capacity in small animal nutrition, strengthening the preparation of our graduates for success in any role they take in veterinary medicine,” says Bonnie Rush, DVM, MS, DACVIM, Hodes family dean of the college.