Plant-based health ingredients enhance gut microbiome of dogs

An enormously positive article about the use of plant-based proteins in pet food written by PhD Veterinary Scientist Jelena Suran in February 2024.

So much of the focus is on healthy plant-based fibres acting as vital prebiotics to enhance the health of dogs naturally by feeding the gut microbiome.

See the link here to the article – https://view.publitas.com/pets-international-1/pets-international-magazine-february-2024/page/54-55

Hear more about the gut brain axis in humans and in dogs from Biomedical Engineer Emmanuel Bijaoui speaking at the London Vet Show.

Such fascinating studies and we have only just skimmed the surface of what there is to know about the gut microbiome and its effect in the health of our dogs.

Hills Pet Food Vets Sued

Hills Pet Food Vets Sued

Colgate-Palmolive’s Hill’s pet food unit has been hit with a proposed class-action accusing it of conspiring with vets to disparage grain free and plant-based diets

Peas, lentils and DCM in dogs

Peas, lentils and DCM in dogs

Dr Jo works for an independent vet practice in Devon and she asked some very valid questions during a lunch and learn about plant-based dog nutrition at her practice. Her main focus in practice is around treating dogs with atopic skin conditions due to sensitivities,...