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Hill’s Global Symposium 2026: gut-skin axis becomes mainstream veterinary science

Hill’s 2026 Global Symposium (Phuket, 22–24 June) brought the gut-skin axis into mainstream veterinary continuing education via a global livestream.

By Scott Zhu June 24, 2026 1 min read
Hill’s Global Symposium 2026: gut-skin axis becomes mainstream veterinary science

hill's global symposium: Hill’s Global Symposium 2026: gut-skin axis becomes mainstream veterinary science

Hill’s Pet Nutrition hosted its 2026 Global Symposium on 22–24 June in Phuket, Thailand, livestreamed globally via the Hill’s Veterinary Academy. The theme — ‘Healthy Skin Starts From Within: Exploring the Gut-Skin Axis’ — featured veterinary experts on gut microbiome, dermatologic health, hydrolyzed protein and elimination diet trials.

Context of the hill’s global symposium

The gut-skin axis is no longer fringe science; it is entering mainstream veterinary CE via Hill’s global platform. Dermatology + GI overlap is the next frontier for functional and prescription pet nutrition, and the free global livestream model democratizes veterinary CE across Japan, Korea, China and Thailand — significant for Hill’s brand-building in emerging markets.

Scott Zhu
Scott Zhu

Senior researcher at GlobalPetIndex, tracking pet business strategy, M&A and brand intelligence.