Research has shown that eating yogurt with live cultures of bacteria called lactobacilli promotes proper digestion and promotes overall health and wellness for pets and people.  Adding yogurt to your pets meals, is healthy and tasty, although these same beneficial bacteria are also available in a pure, natural concentrated form that are easy to give and convenient for owners. How many of these beneficial bacteria do dogs need? A dog weighing 6o pounds needs approximately a pound and a half of beneficial bacteria in his or her intestines to protect against disease and illness! Without good bacteria, your dog’s body is not able to ward off infection and disease. In addition they can’t digest or absorb food properly, and eventually their intestines become overrun with toxins and waste. This leads to an overgrowth of bad bacteria, nutrient malabsorption, and digestive system disorders. Diarrhea, gas, chronic skin problems and allergies are just a few of the potential problems pets can face. Every time your pet drinks chlorinated water, eat fatty table scraps, processed commercial diets, gets stressed or ill, the good bacteria are destroyed and replaced by bad bacteria and your pets ability to properly digest and absorb the nutrients in his diet are impaired. 

What are the most important strains of Probiotics Pets Need?  

Acidophilus DDS-1 strain is the most effective pro-biotic strain, defending against the greatest number of pathogens; inhibiting 11 disease-causing bacteria. Called the "sticker strain," Acidophilus has the ability to actually cling to the intestinal wall without harming it. In fact, it is best known for its ability to move un-disrupted through the stomach and into the intestines where it helps to remove disease causing bacteria. It is known for reducing the occurrence of constipation and diarrhea, increasing nutrient uptake (especially calcium), preventing food poisoning and alleviating dermatitis and other skin and coat conditions.
B. bifidum is normally found in the mucus membranes lining of the large intestine and reproductive tract, where it attaches to the walls removing yeast that would further lower the pH levels and allow bacteria to grow. Supplementation has been shown to modify intestinal flora, ward off liver problems and protect against the damaging effects of radiation. It also helps control diarrhea and other intestinal disturbances.
B. infantis inhibits gastroenteritis and can ward off some strains of E. coli. According to the Journal of Applied Bacteriology, B. infantis is part of an important group of microorganisms, which are considered to exert a wide range of beneficial biological activities. This strain of pro-biotic has also been shown to help prevent certain types of cancer.
B. longum aids in the cleansing and health of the colon and liver. It inhibits the growth of colon, liver and breast cancers in laboratory animals. It also supports mammary gland health.
L. casei is one of the most potent defenders from the potentially fatal Listeria bacteria. It also boosts the immune system.
L. plantarum is found in naturally fermented foods. In your pets body it is found in the large intestine where it helps to break down protein into usable nutrients, thus reducing inflammation.
L. rhamnosus is used in the treatment of gastrointestinal disorders. It also aids the body in resisting yeast and urinary tract infections.
L. salivarius produces a high amount of lactic acid, which is able to inhibit the growth of H. pylori, thusly reducing the associated inflammation and risk of stomach ulcers.
S. thermophilus helps repair free radical damage from aging, stress, antibiotics, chlorinated water and other chemicals. It also contains an antioxidant that helps protect against the toxins in many commercial grade pet diets and has been used to reduce arthritis pain.
L. lactis produces a high amount of lactic acid, which is able to inhibit the growth of H. pylori, thusly reducing the associated inflammation and risk of stomach ulcers. It also helps to maintain normal intestinal flora.
L. helveticus has been shown to reduce the rate of cancer cell growth by stimulating an anti-tumor immune response.

Other Beneficial Nutrients:

Fructooligosaccharides (FOS) are a class of simple carbohydrates found naturally in certain plants. FOS is known to promote the growth of beneficial bacteria in the gastrointestinal tract. They have been shown to stimulate growth of bifidobacteria in the colon. Supplementing your pet’s diet with FOS can greatly increase metabolic activity in the colon and help relieve constipation. They also help to reduce the production of bad gas producing bacteria and flatulence. Healthy colon function is vital to a properly functioning immune system in pets and people.
Glutamine is the most important amino acid in the intestinal system. Glutamine yields beneficial effects on the intestinal mucosa and is also the major metabolic fuel for the small intestine. Chelated glutamine greatly improves the stability and colonization characteristics of beneficial bacteria in your pet's intestinal tract and is an essential nutrient that is required by the intestinal cells for proper digestion and absorption of dietary nutrients. It can also help repair damaged intestinal tract.

Benefits of Probiotics for Pets

• Boost your pets immune system
• Improve digestion
• Control yeast overgrowth
• Remove waste and toxins from the body
• Help manufacture B vitamins
• Promote proper elimination

Probiotics are Beneficial for Pets with:

• Inflammatory Bowel Disease
• Diabetes
• Diarrhea
• Chronic Skin Conditions
• Allergies
• Pancreatitis
• Digestive System Disorders
• Finicky Appetites

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