Hank DDB Posted March 25, 2013 Share Posted March 25, 2013 (edited) Is inner health plus ok for puppies and dogs ( powder from capsule). UPDATE please see below Blackmores intestinal health capsules have both of the below ingredient and nothing else added. B. animalis Probably the most studied probiotic strain in dogs is B. animalis. It has been demonstrated to reduce acute diarrhea, and improve overall intestinal health. However, most dog probiotic products do not contain this strain. We believe that over time all of the formulas will start containing B. animalis because of the vast research behind this strain. Vet Ther. 2009 Fall;10(3):121-30: Clinical benefits of probiotic canine-derived Bifidobacterium animalis strain AHC7 in dogs with acute idiopathic diarrhea. Commentary: In this study B. animalis on its own reduced the resolution time in half from 6 days to 3 in dogs. Vet Microbiol. 2009 Oct 20;139(1-2):106-12. Epub 2009 May 19. Portrait of a canine probiotic Bifidobacterium animalis, from gut to gut. (Excerpt) “Bifidobacterium animalis adhered to epithelial cells, transited the murine gastrointestinal tract to high numbers and significantly reduced S. typhimurium translocation. B. animalis consumption significantly reduced the carriage of Clostridia, in particular Clostridium difficile, in dogs. This study describes the isolation and screening of canine-derived bacterial strains with commensal traits. The results demonstrate that B. animalis has significant potential for improving canine gastrointestinal health.” Commentary: Clostridium difficile is the pathogen that primarily causes diarrhea. The fact that B.animalis has such a dramatic effect on C. difficile, makes it really the number one choice for dealing with acute diarrhea. L. acidophilus L. acidophilus as been show to be especially good with use in puppies. L. acidophilus was shown to increase weigh gain/growth in canines (Note it is thought that probiotics are critical in the puppy stage also for bolstering foundational immunity). Puppies supplemented L. acidophilus were found to display less symptoms of allergies and other diseases in older years.. Edited March 25, 2013 by Hank DDB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moosmum Posted March 25, 2013 Share Posted March 25, 2013 I have heard of problems but can't be specific,sorry. Yogurt I think would be safer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
minimax Posted March 25, 2013 Share Posted March 25, 2013 What are you using it for, anything specific? My dogs get natural yoghurt for general digestion health, so if that's what you intend to use it for I'd investigate yoghurt rather than a supplement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosetta Posted March 25, 2013 Share Posted March 25, 2013 I would be cautious - it can upset the tummy. Perhaps you could try the children's strength? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hank DDB Posted March 25, 2013 Author Share Posted March 25, 2013 Ok thanks I'll get yogurt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hank DDB Posted March 25, 2013 Author Share Posted March 25, 2013 Just a update I spoke with my vet and some probiotics are ok for dogs and other are not, the 2 in blackmores intestinal health are good for dogs , I did a edit on my original post to help explain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Fox Posted March 25, 2013 Share Posted March 25, 2013 I've used it for years, get the dairy free powder. http://innerhealth.com.au/content/product/inner-health-dairy-free Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bianca.a Posted March 25, 2013 Share Posted March 25, 2013 I use it too when one of the dogs has been on abx. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hank DDB Posted March 26, 2013 Author Share Posted March 26, 2013 I've used it for years, get the dairy free powder. http://innerhealth.com.au/content/product/inner-health-dairy-free Awesome thank for the link Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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