NEWS 88 FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE September 2025 ADM, one of the global leaders in innovative solutions from nature, announced the publication of a new study on Lactiplantibacillus plantarum CECT 9161 strain in its heat-treated postbiotic form (PRIOME® Oral Care*) in the prestigious scientific journal, Animals. The clinical trial has demonstrated that PRIOME® Oral Care postbiotic supports oral health in adult dogs by supporting a healthy oral microbiome and contributing to reduce dental plaque formation. "Maintaining good oral hygiene in dogs is important to their overall wellness and it's a growing concern among pet owners, yet regular toothbrushing can be challenging," says Dr. Sophie Nixon, Head of R&D Clinical Research for Pet & Animal Wellbeing, ADM. "Our research highlights the potential for innovative postbiotic solutions to help support canine oral care and represents a promising step forward in identifying more convenient approaches to supporting oral health." ADM's Research and Development team conducted a randomized, blinded, placebo-controlled clinical trial involving 60 healthy adult dogs. Following dental cleaning, the dogs were divided into three groups and fed with a dry kibble diet with either a placebo, or a low dose of PRIOME® Oral Care or a high dose of PRIOME® Oral Care, daily for 57 days. Researchers assessed dental plaque, gum health, bad breath and tartar at intervals throughout the trial, and performed an in-depth analysis of the oral microbiome. Read more>> Veterinary research took center stage at the annual Veterinary Scholars Symposium held August 7-9, 2025, in Spokane, Washington, USA. Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. was the lead sponsor of the symposium, which was organized by the American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges. This year’s symposium featured the work of nearly 600 veterinary students who gathered to present original research they conducted in academic labs over the summer. In addition to sharing their findings, students had the opportunity to connect with peers and leaders from academia and industry, while exploring potential career paths in research. Among the participants were 134 students supported by the Boehringer Ingelheim Veterinary Scholars Program. Established in 1989, the program introduces veterinary students to biomedical research through immersive, hands-on projects typically conducted over a 10-12-week period during the summer. In 2025, students from across North America, as well as France, Germany, Japan, the Netherlands and Vietnam, took part in the program at 40 research sites. “Today’s veterinary students will soon be on the front lines of disease prevention and treatment in animals and humans,” said Monica Figueiredo, DVM, director of the Boehringer Ingelheim Veterinary Scholars Program. Read more>> New Study: ADM's heat-treated postbiotic supports dog oral health Boehringer Ingelheim celebrates veterinary research Photo: Freepik Photo: Boehringer Ingelheim
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