Many environmental aspects influence the preservation of a beneficial microbiome in dogs, and gut dysbiosis occurs when imbalances intestinal ecosystem cause functional changes microbial populations. The authors evaluated effects two specific commercial dietary supplements: combination postbiotic prebiotics (Microbiotal cane®) probiotic product (NBF 1®) recommended for counteracting on canine microbiota composition its metabolic activities (production short-chain fatty acids). investigation...

The current study evaluated the effect of five yeast-derived formulations (T1–T5) on microbial metabolism and composition canine feline gut microbiota using a novel in vitro colonic incubation approach. This model allowed for growth entire spectrum dog- cat-derived bacteria from inoculum, thus offering an excellent platform to evaluate effects nutritional interventions microbiota. Further, ingredients differentially increased production acetate, propionate, butyrate, ammonium, branched...

Dogs with acute diarrhea are often presented to clinical practice and, although this generally represents a self-limiting condition, antibiotics still frequently used as treatment. The aim of study was evaluate the effects in dogs non-hemorrhagic administration an antibiotic combination comparison nutraceutical product. Thirty were enrolled and randomly assigned two groups: 15 (group A) received commercial product while B) antimicrobial metronidazole spiramycin. For each dog, Canine Acute...

In the literature, there are several studies showing effects of different probiotic administrations in dogs, while is limited information about their cats. Furthermore, no that examined strain Lactobacillus reuteri on cats’ welfare, especially considering a specific breed. this study, L. NBF 2 DSM 32264 body weight, condition score (BCS), and fecal parameters (fecal moisture) healthy Persian cats were assessed; additionally, microbiological analysis was carried out to quantify bacterial...

Fibrosis, sustained by the transformation of intestinal epithelial cells into fibroblasts (epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition, EMT), has been extensively studied in recent decades, with molecular basis well-documented various diseases, including inflammatory bowel diseases (IBDs). However, factors influencing these pathways remain unclear. In years, role gut microbiota health and disease garnered significant attention. Evidence suggests that an imbalanced or dysregulated microbiota, along...

Dog sledding is the main discipline of working dogs on snow, consisting a team pulling sled under guidance owner. To carry out this sport, must have adequate nutrition and vitamin antioxidant supplementation to ensure that physical effort optimal. The present study evaluated effect sporting activity stress canine intestinal microbiota by dividing into two groups: control group did not take any nutraceutical products treated which product was administered. administered in used all cases...

Pet nutrition awareness has risen enormously, with an increasing interest in homemade diets aimed at controlling food composition. The literature this field is scarce, especially regarding the diet’s long-term effects on pathological conditions. This prospective study encompassed 167 healthy and sick dogs subjected to a customized dietary plan based food. After initial visit, dog owners provided questionnaires follow-up data their perceptions of physical sign changes or symptom...

In the symptomatic treatment of gastrointestinal disorders, high dosages zinc oxide (ZnO) were conventionally employed. However, concerns regarding potential for microbial resistance and ecological detriment have arisen due to excessive application this compound. These highlight urgency minimize use ZnO explore sustainable nutritional solutions. Hydrolysable tannins (HTs), known their role in traditional medicine acute issues, emerge as a promising alternative. This study examined combined...

This prospective randomized double-blinded multicentric study aimed to assess the efficacy of a new nutraceutical in controlling itch and skin lesions caused by flea allergy dermatitis (FAD) compare it with another oral product proven efficacy. Forty-three dogs, different age, breed sex, FAD were included divided into two groups: 24 received A 19 B. Both groups same antiparasitic treatment. modified canine atopic lesion index (mCADLI) pruritus visual analogic scale (pVAS) recorded at days 0,...

The management of gastrointestinal disease in animals represents a significant challenge veterinary and zootechnic practice. Traditionally, acute symptoms have been treated with antibiotics high doses zinc oxide (ZnO). However, concerns raised regarding the potential for microbial resistance ecological detriment due to excessive application this compound. These highlight urgency minimizing use ZnO exploring sustainable nutritional solutions. Hydrolysable tannins (HTs), which are known their...

Pet nutrition awareness has risen enormously, with an increasing interest in homemade diets aimed at controlling food composition. Literature this field is scarce, especially regarding the diet’s long-term effects on pathological conditions. This prospective study encompassed 167 healthy and sick dogs subjected to a customized dietary plan based food. After initial visit, dog owners provided questionnaires follow-up data their perceptions of physical signs changes or symptom modifications....

In recent years, the interest in well-being of companion animals has grown more and more. After discovering central role intestinal microbiota, various nutritional strategies (prebiotics, probiotics postbiotics) have been evaluated to modulate its composition. However, date, there are still few studies that analyze effects a specific probiotic even fewer evaluate how this strain can different depending on breed size animal. study was investigated effect strain, Limosilactobacillus reuteri...

The gut microbiota plays a crucial role in dogs' health, influencing immune function, digestion, and protection against pathogens. This study evaluates the effects of three canine dietary supplements-Microbiotal (prebiotic),

The pet food industry for dogs is making considerable progress in the selection of raw materials; quality a feed certainly dictated by list ingredients, but other variables proper nutrition such as digestibility macronutrients, activity gut microbiota an organism fermenting dietary nutrients, and how much carbohydrates contained affect peak glycemic index are to be considered. In addition, production processes final its digestibility. this study, we compared 4 dry dog feeds from same...

Introduction: Emergency Department (ED) overcrowding is a health, political, and economic problem of concern worldwide. The causes are an aging population, increase in chronic diseases, lack access to primary care, resources communities. Overcrowding has been associated with increased risk mortality. establishment Short Stay Unit (SSU) for conditions that cannot be treated at home but require treatment hospitalization up 72 h may solution. SSU can significantly reduce hospital length stay...