FMT in Practice: When to Use It, and When Not To
What if the solution to some of the most persistent gastrointestinal cases in your canine or feline patients was sitting right in front of you? Or rather, behind them?
This isn't just another CE lecture. On June 25, 2025, at 8:00 PM, Vet And Tech invites you to explore an increasingly relevant treatment option in veterinary medicine: Fecal Microbiota Transplantation (FMT).
Led by veterinary gastroenterologist Dr Frederic P Gaschen, this RACE-approved webinar (Fecal Microbiota Transplantation: Why, When, and How) introduces the science, indications, and hands-on techniques for real-world practice.
FMT: From “Ewww” to Essential in Veterinary GI Medicine
Veterinary FMT (Fecal Microbiota Transplantation) is no longer just an experimental or fringe. Increasing evidence shows that restoring gut balance using healthy microbiota can help dogs and cats with chronic gastrointestinal conditions that are otherwise resistant to conventional treatments.
Whether you are skeptical or intrigued, this webinar promises insights that could redefine how you approach canine and feline GI diseases. Dr. Gaschen, of the Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine, brings not only academic expertise but years of clinical application and research experience in this innovative field.
His practical approach means you are not just learning theory, you will gain actionable knowledge you can bring back to your practice.
What You Will Learn in This Webinar
This is not just about understanding what FMT is; it’s about knowing why to use it, when to consider it, and how to make it part of your clinical toolkit. Here's a look at the agenda:
Key Highlights:
- The gut microbiota in health and disease
- FMT for dogs and cats: evidence-based and anecdotal insights
- How to identify ideal fecal donors
- Preparing fecal transplant material in the hospital
- Routes of administration and safety considerations
- Practical application in canine and feline GI cases
This CE webinar is perfect for veterinarians interested in enhancing outcomes with chronic gastroenterology cases, incorporating the latest science, and acquiring veterinary medical continuing education (CE) credits along the way.
Who Should Join This Event?
- General practice veterinarians
- Internal medicine specialists
- Veterinary technicians interested in gastroenterology
- Practice owners seeking cost-effective, evidence-based treatments
- Veterinary professionals seeking CE in GI medicine
Why FMT Matters Now More Than Ever
Healthy pet microbiomes are not only a fad, they are scientifically justified. Dysbiosis of gut microbiota has been linked to many animal diseases, such as inflammatory bowel disease, chronic diarrhea, and behavioral disorders.
FMT is emerging in both human and veterinary medicine as a powerful intervention to restore the gut microbiome, transferring healthy microbes from a donor to a recipient with dysbiosis.
By joining this session, you will see:
- Why veterinary FMT is gaining traction
- What real-world outcomes look like
- When to apply it to canine or feline GI disease
- How to maintain safety, ethics, and clinical efficacy
Whether you are dealing with intractable diarrhea in dogs or chronic IBD in cats, the techniques covered in this session can provide an alternative solution for patients unresponsive to conventional treatments.
Meet Your Instructor: Dr. Frederic P Gaschen
Dr. Gaschen is a worldwide expert in veterinary gastroenterology with numerous years of service in teaching, practice, and research at the LSU School of Veterinary Medicine. His expertise in being able to bring the science of the microbiome into daily veterinary practice makes him the best person to chair this session.
What attendees can expect:
- Simple explanations of intricate matters
- Case-based learning
- Step-by-step instructions on how to introduce FMT into your clinic
- Access to core questions and expert answers in real-time Q&A
Why Should You Attend This Webinar?
Vet And Tech is not just a platform, it’s your partner in purpose. It's where animal care and innovation meet, where discovery becomes empowerment, and where your veterinary career becomes a calling. Whether you are waiting for a free CE webinar or investigating industry-leading tools, every instrument is thoughtfully designed to grow your skillset and your professional stature.
These free CE webinars are not just checkboxes; they are milestones of growth. You will join a vibrant community of veterinary changemakers, earn RACE-approved CE credits, and step into conversations that are about leading the future of veterinary medicine.
Veterinarians around the USA are beginning to use FMT in their treatment plans, particularly in cases of:
- Recurrent or antibiotic-resistant diarrhea
- Inflammatory bowel disease in dogs and cats
- Dysbiosis from long-term medications
- Transitioning patients to new diets with chronic GI upset
The best part? You do not need a referral center or expensive equipment to begin implementing basic FMT techniques. This webinar provides precisely the kind of accessible, easy-to-access guidance busy practitioners need.
So, what are you waiting for? Book your spot now!
