GI Support for Dogs/Cats 90 chewablet by Now Foods – Digestive Balance Probiotic for Pets
GI Support for Dogs/Cats chewable tablets by Now Foods combine eight probiotic species in a veterinarian-formulated supplement for dogs and cats. Each tablet supplies a combined 2 Billion CFU, with cooked fish powder and tuna flavor in a 90-tablet bottle.
This pet digestive support formula is intended for occasional digestive disruption associated with changes in routine, including transport, boarding, or dietary changes. It is a refrigerated product, not a shelf-stable powder, and the directions distinguish cats from dogs and adjust the canine amount by body weight.
Key GI Support for Dogs/Cats 90 chewablet Benefits
- Supports digestive balance with a combination of Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium, and Streptococcus species rather than a single-species probiotic.
- Helps with occasional gastric distress during changes in a pet's everyday routine, such as transport or boarding.
- Provides probiotic support for dogs and cats in a formula designed for the digestive needs of these animals, not for human use.
How GI Support for Dogs/Cats 90 chewablet Works
Probiotic bacteria participate in the gut's microbial community. They use available carbohydrates and produce fermentation compounds, including lactic acid and other organic acids. This microbial activity is part of the digestive environment rather than the same process as a digestive enzyme breaking down a meal. The formula supplies a mixture of these microorganisms; its 2 Billion CFU is the combined total, not the amount of each species.
Key Functional Ingredients Include:
- Lactobacillus acidophilus: A lactic acid bacterium that ferments carbohydrates to lactic acid. This explains its role as a live microbial ingredient in the blend: it contributes bacterial fermentation activity rather than supplying a vitamin, mineral, or digestive enzyme.
- Bifidobacterium animalis: Contributes a bifidobacterial component to the formula. Bifidobacteria use carbohydrates and produce organic acids, including acetate, as part of intestinal microbial metabolism. It complements the blend's lactic acid bacteria without making the formula a replacement for complete pet nutrition.
- Lactobacillus plantarum: Another carbohydrate-fermenting lactic acid bacterium, included alongside the other seven species. Its role belongs to microbial fermentation, not mechanical digestion. The label identifies the species but does not assign an individual CFU amount to this component.
GI Support for Dogs/Cats 90 chewablet Is Formulated For
- Dogs and cats whose owners want a weight-appropriate probiotic for occasional digestive disruption.
- Pet owners able to refrigerate the bottle and follow their veterinarian's advice about medications and persistent symptoms.
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Recommendation:
Dogs Take Orally
Up to 40 lbs. 1 tablet twice daily
41 to 80 lbs. 2 tablets twice daily
Over 81 lbs. 3 tablets twice daily
Cats Take Orally
½ tablet twice daily
Serving Size: See directions of use in suggested usage
Servings Per Container: Varies depending on animal weight
Active Ingredients per Tablet (340 mg):
A proprietary blend of: [Lactobacillus acidophilus, Bifidobacterium animalis, Lactobacillus plantarum, Lactobacillus casei, Lactobacillus salivarius, Streptococcus thermophilus, Bifidobacterium breve, Bifidobacterium longum] ... 2 Billion CFU
Other Ingredients: Cellulose, Cooked Fish Powder (pollock, pacific whiting, cod, hake), FOS (Fructooligosaccharides), Organic Inulin, Silica, Stearic Acid, Tuna Flavor.
Does Not Contain: Gluten Free
No artificial flavors, colors or preservatives.
Storage: KEEP REFRIGERATED TO MAINTAIN POTENCY.
Warnings: Not for human consumption. Keep out of the reach of children and animals. In case of accidental overdose, contact a health professional immediately.
Keep freshness packet in bottle.
Frequently Asked Questions About GI Support for Dogs/Cats 90 chewablet
What are the benefits of GI Support for Dogs/Cats 90 chewablet?
This Now Foods pet formula provides eight probiotic species for digestive support during occasional disruptions to a dog's or cat's routine. Transport, boarding, and dietary changes are examples identified by the manufacturer. Each tablet supplies a total of 2 Billion CFU across the proprietary blend, not 2 Billion CFU of each organism. The chewable format includes cooked fish powder and tuna flavor. Refrigeration is required to maintain potency, and the amount given depends on species and, for dogs, body weight.
Who should take GI Support for Dogs/Cats 90 chewablet?
This product is for dogs and cats only, not people. The label directs one tablet twice daily for dogs up to 40 lbs., two tablets twice daily for dogs 41 to 80 lbs., and three tablets twice daily for dogs over 81 lbs. Cats receive half a tablet twice daily. Ask your veterinarian to clarify the amount if your dog's weight falls outside those printed ranges. Pets taking medication, pregnant animals, and animals intended for breeding require particular caution.
Are there any side effects of taking GI Support for Dogs/Cats 90 chewablet?
The label gives these cautions: Safe use in pregnant animals or animals intended for breeding has not been proven. If animal's condition worsens or does not improve, stop product administration and consult your veterinarian. Absorption of drugs taken simultaneously may be delayed. Not for human consumption. Keep out of the reach of children and animals. In case of accidental overdose, contact a health professional immediately. Keep freshness packet in bottle. Because cooked fish powder and tuna flavor are included, discuss suitability with your veterinarian if your pet has a fish sensitivity.
How does GI Support for Dogs/Cats 90 chewablet support overall health?
Its contribution is focused on the digestive environment, not complete nutritional coverage. The blend includes lactic acid bacteria and bifidobacteria, microorganisms that participate in carbohydrate fermentation. This is different from supplying the protein, energy, vitamins, and minerals in a complete dog or cat food. Use the species-specific directions and keep the bottle refrigerated. Ongoing digestive changes need veterinary assessment rather than simply increasing the number of tablets, especially when your pet's condition worsens or does not improve.
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
