Effects of Bacillus coagulans (GBI-30, 6086) supplementation on apparent total tract nutrient digestibility and the fecal characteristics and metabolites, immunity, and microbiota of healthy adult dogs.

Bacillus coagulans GBI-30, 6086 is a lactic acid-producing, spore-forming bacteria with diverse characteristics that lend it resiliency through commercial pet food processing, storage, and chemical and enzymatic digestion through the gastrointestinal tract. The objective of this study was to determine the effects of B. coagulans on dietary apparent total tract nutrient digestibility (ATTD) and the hematology, immunoglobulin concentrations, and fecal characteristics, metabolites, and microbiota populations of healthy adult dogs.

Effects of Live Bacillus pumilus SG154 or a Lacticaseibacillus paracasei 327 Postbiotic on Apparent Total Tract Nutrient Digestibility and the Immune Function and Fecal Characteristics, Metabolites, and Microbiota of Healthy Adult Dogs.

Probiotics and postbiotics have the potential to shift the gut microbiota, support gastrointestinal health, and enhance immune function, but must be tested for safety and efficacy in the target host. The Bacillus and Lacticaseibacillus genera have been shown to positively influence microbial balance and enhance immune response immune function in humans and livestock. The objective of this study was to determine the effects of live Bacillus pumilus SG154 or a Lacticaseibacillus paracasei 327 postbiotic on dietary apparent total tract digestibility and the hematology, serum metabolites, fecal characteristics, metabolites and microbiota, and skin and nasal microbiota of adult dogs.

In vitro fermentation characteristics of acacia fiber using canine fecal inoculum.

Acacia fiber is a highly concentrated source of soluble fiber extracted from the natural resin of acacia trees. This fiber is frequently utilized in the pet food industry as a processing aid to improve texture and stability. The objective of this study was to evaluate the fermentation characteristics of acacia fiber, inulin, pectin (positive control), and cellulose (negative control) using an in vitro fermentation system and canine fecal inoculum.

The influence of 'biotics' on the gut microbiome of dogs and cats.

A global rise in pet ownership and an increasing tendency towards the humanisation of pets have resulted in a greater focus on improving animal health and longevity. These developments coincide with the increased recognition of the role of the gut microbiome in animal health. The gut microbiome has been shown to play a prominent role in gastrointestinal health, and it is becoming increasingly clear that these health benefits extend beyond the gut and into different physiological systems, such as the immune system.

Effects of dietary fiber and biotic supplementation on apparent total tract macronutrient digestibility and the fecal characteristics, metabolites, and microbiota of healthy adult dogs.

Dietary fibers and biotics have been shown to support gastrointestinal health in dogs, but are usually tested individually. There is value in testing fiber-biotic combinations that are commonly used commercially. Therefore, this study was conducted to determine the apparent total tract macronutrient digestibility (ATTD) of diets supplemented with fibers or biotics and to evaluate their effects on the fecal characteristics, metabolites, microbiota, and immunoglobulin A (IgA) concentrations of dogs.

Effects of a Saccharomyces cerevisiae fermentation product-supplemented diet on fecal characteristics, oxidative stress, and blood gene expression of adult dogs undergoing transport stress.

Previously, a Saccharomyces cerevisiae fermentation product (SCFP) was shown to positively alter fecal microbiota, fecal metabolites, oxidative stress, and circulating immune cell function of adult dogs. The objective of this study was to measure the effects of SCFP on fecal characteristics, serum oxidative stress biomarkers, and whole blood gene expression of dogs undergoing transport stress. Sixteen adult pointer dogs [8M, 8F; mean age = 6.

Effects of a Saccharomyces cerevisiae fermentation product-supplemented diet on circulating immune cells and oxidative stress markers of dogs.

Feeding Saccharomyces cerevisiae fermentation product (SCFP) has previously altered fecal microbiota, fecal metabolites, and immune function of adult dogs. The objective of this study was to investigate measures of skin and coat health, changes in circulating immune cell numbers and activity, antioxidant status, and oxidative stress marker concentrations of healthy adult dogs fed a SCFP-supplemented extruded diet. Sixteen adult English Pointer dogs (8 M, 8 F; mean age = 6.