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The community of organisms that live within the digestive tract are known as the gut microbiome, and there are literally trillions of them.
The debate over whether our domestic dogs are pure carnivores or are well adapted to a more omnivorous diet has been raging in the pet nutrition community for many years, and while there have been strong arguments for both positions, there has been little in the way of firm scientific evidence to back them up. However, this could be changing as recent developments in our understanding of the canine gut microbiome are starting to uncover more about how the bacterial populations in our dogs’ digestive tracts are adapted to different types of diet.
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Your canine friend is also a host to a vast community of microorganisms, including an impressive number of bacteria, living on their skin, in their mouth, and most predominantly in their gastrointestinal tract. This collection of microorganisms is known as the microbiota, and together with their genetic material and environment, they form your dog's microbiome.
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Microbiome testing is an emerging field of science and is a relatively new concept, especially in dogs. It can be a great analytic tool in revealing areas to target in order to enhance your dog’s overall health, but what actually is it and why is it important?
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With information about the gut microbiome ever growing, and products targeting gut health increasing in number, it can be a hard world to navigate with your dog, especially as you cannot see inside your dog’s gut, and they can't tell you what the problem might be. If you want to start promoting a balanced gut microbiome in your dog, but aren't sure where to start, follow these 5 tips to ensure a balanced gut flora in your dog.
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From live yoghurts to health supplements, these terms are used to describe the active ingredients that claim to be able to transform the health of the microbiome.
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Let's take a look at the most commonly found bacteria in your dogs’ gut, what they do, and what happens if their levels become too high or too low.
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With most supplements you will see some small changes quite quickly, as they can have instantaneous effects.
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The microbiome is prone to disruption, particularly from antibiotics. Even a short course can have a big impact.
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Struggling to explain your dog's behaviour? Perhaps the answer could be in their gut.
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Various bacterial species coexist in the canine gut microbiome, each playing a role in digestion, immune function, and overall health.
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Here’s our quick guide to making dietary changes safely and effectively.
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It is well accepted that the microbes in our dogs’ intestines can play a major role in the health of their joints and their mobility.
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Test your dog’s microbiome and unlock insights that will help them stay happy and healthy for life.
