Multistrain Probiotic

Therapeutic grade Probiotic for Dogs, Puppies, Cats, and Kittens. It can help improve intestinal barrier function and support a healthy immune system. This probiotic powder is tasteless, making it easy to add to moist food daily.

Features

• Probiotics can help with digestion and maintain healthy bowel function while also working to support immune regulation and function.
• Microflora are essential to the health, aid in digestion, breaking down cellulose and other indigestible substances, helping the synthesis and absorption of vitamins and minerals, and preventing the proliferation of pathogens.
• Probiotics may help with a variety of other health conditions, including: Diarrhoea, Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), allergies, Periodontal (gum) disease, Skin conditions, and urinary health.
• The powder contains a special ‘protective coating’ to ensure the highest possible number of bacteria survive the journey through the hostile conditions of the stomach, into the gut.

Ingredients

Each gram contains: 60 million CFU of Lactobacillus Acidophilus, L Delbruekii, L Plantarum, L Rhamnosus, Bifidobacterum bifidum, Enterococcus faecium, Streptococcus salivarius. 

Storage

Store in a cool, dark place or refrigerate.

** Give a loading dose of double the daily amount for the first 10 days, then reduce to the single daily maintenance dose given below. Do not give to pets whilst taking antibiotics.

Dosage

Kitten - 1/8 teaspoon daily

Cat - 1/4 teaspoon daily

Small dog - 1/4 teaspoon daily

Medium dog - 1/2 teaspoon daily

Large dog - 1 teaspoon daily

The Science

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** A probiotic will not cure a yeast infection or allergies, it is only part of a complex treatment protocol. Please contact an Animal Naturopath or Integrateive/Holistic Vet.