NutriGest for Dogs & Cats 132g by Rx Vitamins for Pets – Bowel Health Probiotic Powder
NutriGest for Dogs & Cats powder by Rx Vitamins for Pets combines probiotic cultures, prebiotic fiber, amino acids, and botanicals in a 132 g container. This veterinary formula brings together support for the intestinal microbial environment and nutrients used by the cells lining the gut, rather than supplying probiotic cultures alone.
Designed for bowel health support, NutriGest includes nine probiotic strains plus fructooligosaccharide, commonly called FOS. Its powder format follows weight-based directions for dogs and cats, so the amount given depends on the animal rather than a single universal serving.
Key NutriGest for Dogs & Cats 132g Benefits
- Supports normal intestinal bacterial balance with probiotic cultures included alongside a prebiotic food source for beneficial microbes.
- Supplies glutamine, an amino acid used by intestinal cells for energy and normal cellular maintenance.
- Combines microbial support with nutritional ingredients that complement the daily care of the gastrointestinal lining in dogs and cats.
How NutriGest for Dogs & Cats 132g Works
A healthy gut contains both a community of microorganisms and a lining of living cells. NutriGest addresses these distinct parts of digestive support for pets: probiotic cultures contribute microorganisms, while FOS supplies fermentable material used by intestinal bacteria. Glutamine serves a different role as a nutrient for intestinal cells. These complementary roles explain why a prebiotic, a probiotic, and an amino acid are not interchangeable ingredients.
Key Functional Ingredients Include:
- Probiotic Cultures: Provide beneficial microorganisms to support the intestinal microbial environment. Their role differs from that of fiber: cultures supply organisms, whereas prebiotics provide food for resident microbes. NutriGest combines both approaches in a single powder.
- L-Glutamine: Supplies an amino acid used as fuel by cells lining the intestine. Those cells form a physical boundary between the gut contents and the rest of the body, making their normal nutritional maintenance important to everyday intestinal function.
- Fructooligosaccharide (FOS): Acts as a prebiotic, a carbohydrate that intestinal bacteria can ferment. Feeding beneficial microbes supports their place within the gut community, complementing the probiotic cultures without being another bacterial strain itself.
- N-acetyl-D-glucosamine: Is an amino sugar found in larger structural molecules, including molecules on cell surfaces. This nutritional building-block role is distinct from the microbial role of probiotics; it does not establish that the powder repairs damaged tissue.
NutriGest for Dogs & Cats 132g Is Formulated For
- Dogs and cats whose veterinarian recommends combined microbial and nutritional gastrointestinal support.
- Pet owners seeking a veterinary probiotic powder with weight-based administration directions.
Supplements support your health but do not replace a balanced diet. Always check with your healthcare practitioner if you have doubts about a new supplement. Or you may book a FREE product consultation with Holistic Health Partners, led by Carolyn Mulally BS, RN, HN-BC. You may also wish to explore our other RX Vitamins For Pets collection.
Recommendation: Small dogs and cats (5 to 25 lbs.), 0.5 - 1 scoop twice daily.
Medium dogs (25 to 50 lbs.), 1–1.5 scoops twice daily.
Large dogs (50 to 100 lbs.), 1.5 - 2 scoops twice daily.
Serving Size: 1 scoop (1.5 g)
Probiotic Cultures (a blend of nine most bioactive strains) ... 500 million viable cells
L-Glutamine (free form amino acid) ... 200 mg
N-acetyl-D-glucosamine (from chitin) ... 150 mg
Cats Claw (Uncaria tomentosa – standardized to 3% oxindole alkaloids) ... 150 mg
Pantothenic Acid (as calcium pantothenate) ... 100 mg
Fructooligosaccharide (FOS) ... 50 mg
Ginger (Zingiber officinale root standardized 1.0% gingerols and shogaols) ... 50 mg
Licorice (DGL – Glycyrrhiza glabra root) ... 25 mg
Garlic (Allium sativum – standardized 1% total allicin potential) ... 25 mg
Aloe Vera Leaf (Aloe barbadensis) ... 25 mg
Psyllium Seed Husk (Plantago ovata) ... 25 mg
Oregon Grape Root (Mahonia aquifolium) ... 25 mg
Vitamin A (as palmitate) ... 100 IU
Folic Acid ... 50 mcg
Other Ingredients: Microcrystalline cellulose, silica.
Storage: Store at room temperature out of direct sunlight.
Additional precautions: This formula contains garlic, which can be toxic to dogs and cats; cats are particularly susceptible. Ask your veterinarian to assess its suitability and total garlic exposure before use, especially with other supplements or medications.
Frequently Asked Questions About NutriGest for Dogs & Cats 132g
What are the benefits of NutriGest for Dogs & Cats 132g?
NutriGest combines probiotic cultures with FOS prebiotic fiber and nutrients for normal intestinal function. Each scoop supplies 500 million viable probiotic cells, 200 mg of L-glutamine, and 50 mg of FOS. The cultures and prebiotic address the microbial environment, while glutamine provides fuel used by intestinal lining cells. This makes it a combined nutritional and microbial support formula, rather than a probiotic-only powder. Its purpose is bowel health support for dogs and cats under veterinary guidance.
Who should take NutriGest for Dogs & Cats 132g?
NutriGest is for dogs and cats, not people. The powder's directions distinguish small dogs and cats weighing 5 to 25 lbs., medium dogs weighing 25 to 50 lbs., and large dogs weighing 50 to 100 lbs. A veterinarian should examine the animal before use and decide whether this combination fits its diet, medications, and other supplements. Do not extend these directions to smaller animals or other species without veterinary advice. Use during pregnancy or breeding has not been established.
Are there any side effects of taking NutriGest for Dogs & Cats 132g?
Gastrointestinal upset is a label caution; give NutriGest during or after eating. Stop administration and consult your veterinarian if the animal worsens or does not improve. Pregnancy and breeding safety are unproven, and a veterinary examination is recommended beforehand. Garlic can be toxic to dogs and cats, especially cats, so obtain veterinary advice about suitability. This is not for human consumption. Keep it away from children and animals, contact a health professional immediately after accidental overdose, and do not use a broken or missing tamper-evident seal. Store at room temperature out of direct sunlight.
How does NutriGest for Dogs & Cats 132g support overall health?
NutriGest's contribution is focused on the intestinal environment, an important part of a pet's daily nutrition and care. Its probiotic cultures provide microorganisms, FOS feeds intestinal bacteria, and glutamine supplies a nutrient used by gut lining cells. N-acetyl-D-glucosamine contributes an amino sugar with structural roles in the body. These ingredients complement a suitable diet rather than replacing it. The formula is not a complete food, and changes in appetite, stool, or general condition deserve veterinary attention rather than simply increasing the powder.
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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This product was suggested to me by a holistic veterinarian. It is a terrific product. The powder is easy to apply to my 3 dogs'' food, and their stools are text book perfect. I used to have problem with my lab''s stools being too soft and runny - but no more. I feel this is a quality product.
