Don’t Skip Probiotics! 5 New Proven Benefits of Probiotics for Pets
Why Your Dog and Cat Need Probiotics: Nature’s Way to Keep Your Pet Healthy and Treat Disease
Hi, I’m Dr. Andrew Jones, and today I’m excited to share some groundbreaking new information on the power of probiotics for your pets. These beneficial bacteria can work wonders for our dogs and cats.
What Are Probiotics, Anyway?
Probiotics are trillions of good bacteria that live in all of us—humans, dogs, and cats included. These helpful microbes play a crucial role in maintaining health and preventing illness. But during times of stress, illness, or after antibiotic use, these good bacteria can be wiped out, leaving your pet vulnerable to sickness.
For instance, my own dog, Tula, once got sick from eating a mushroom, which upset her gut microflora. A probiotic supplement (like yogurt) helped her recover faster, restoring balance to her system.
As we learn more, it’s becoming clear that probiotics impact every system in the body. They make nutrients, aid in immune response, and even help produce immune-fighting cells. In fact, they’re so powerful they even communicate with the brain and other organs!
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The Five New, Studied Benefits of Probiotics for Pets
1. Probiotics Can Help Manage Diabetes
One study found that Lactobacillus fermentum, a specific probiotic, lowered fasting blood glucose in dogs. This is an exciting discovery for pets with diabetes, as it may complement other treatments like a low-carb diet.
2. Boosting the Immune System to Fight Viral Infections
Probiotics can help pets combat viral infections like herpesvirus, which is common in cats. My own cat, Cleo, struggled with this virus, causing chronic eye infections. A probiotic strain called OC-coccus was shown to reduce the severity of the illness in cats with herpesvirus. This could be a game-changer for pets dealing with viral infections like parvovirus or the flu.
3. Helping with Parasitic Diseases Like Giardia
Giardia is a common parasite in pets, especially dogs that drink from ponds or eat questionable things. A study found that a combination of probiotics and metronidazole resolved diarrhea faster in dogs with giardia, proving that probiotics can enhance recovery.
4. Improving Dental Health
Probiotics can help reduce gingivitis and dental disease. Studies show that probiotics like Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium reduce gum inflammation and plaque buildup in both dogs and cats. For pets with severe dental issues, probiotics offer a natural way to manage conditions like gingivostomatitis.
5. Managing Urinary Tract Disease
Probiotics have been shown to prevent and manage urinary tract infections by boosting the immune system and reducing inflammation. In one study, probiotics were used to manage urinary tract disease in cats with no other treatments needed! The probiotics acted as a natural antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and immune modulator all in one.
Why I Personally Believe in Probiotics
I’ve been taking probiotics daily for 30 years, mostly in the form of yogurt, because I believe in their power to support overall health. Now, the science shows they’re just as important for your pets. Whether it’s for managing diabetes, viral infections, dental disease, or urinary issues, probiotics can truly make a difference.
