Why do cats need probiotics?
Why do cats need probiotics?
Why do cats need probiotics?
There are hundreds of millions of bacteria living in the cat's intestines, including good bacteria and bad bacteria, which work together to maintain the healthy balance of the cat's intestines.
When cats are under stress, have an unhealthy diet, indigestion or anxiety, the bad bacteria in the intestines are likely to outweigh the good bacteria, causing an imbalance in the intestinal flora, causing gastrointestinal discomfort, and even having a negative impact on the overall health of cats, especially old and young cats with poor immunity.
Most pet foods on the market are sterilized at high temperatures. Although they can effectively kill harmful bad bacteria, they will also lose good bacteria that are beneficial to cats during the production process, making it difficult for cats to get enough good bacteria through their daily diet.
At this time, actively supplementing probiotics can help restore the balance of the intestines, inhibit the growth of bad bacteria, increase the good bacteria in the body, and improve the health of cats!
What are the benefits of cats eating probiotics?
Cat probiotics can effectively maintain the balance of intestinal flora, increase the body's beneficial bacteria, and have the following benefits:
1. Relieve constipation or soft stools
When cats have an unhealthy diet and indigestion, eating cat probiotics can promote gastrointestinal motility, help food absorption, and relieve constipation symptoms or soft stools.
Mao Ba Ma can judge whether their gastrointestinal health is good by observing their feces. With Wangmiao Planet gastrointestinal probiotics, American glutamine acid is specially added to help improve the stool shape!
2. Strengthen the immune system
If the intestines are unhealthy, the immune system will not be good! Taking probiotics can help strengthen your furry friends' immune system.
If your furry friends are taking antibiotics, eating probiotics will be a better choice. Since antibiotics eliminate both good and bad bacteria, taking probiotics after taking antibiotics can help make up for the decreased immunity caused by taking antibiotics.
3. Reduce stress and anxiety symptoms
There are millions of nerve connections between the cat's intestines and brain. If the gastrointestinal tract is uncomfortable, it may cause stress and anxiety symptoms. In other words, improving gastrointestinal health can reduce stress and anxiety symptoms.
4. Solving allergies and skin problems
The skin of furry pets is very important in protecting the health of cats. It can not only resist the invasion of external pathogens, but also prevent the loss of water and heat in the body. However, since cats' skin is directly in contact with the outside world, it is more important to strengthen the skin's barrier and prevent skin health damage.
How to take cat probiotics? What happens if you eat too much?
The method of taking cat probiotics is very simple! It can be eaten directly or mixed with food.
It should be noted that if cat probiotics are placed in food that is too hot, the probiotics may be killed. It is recommended not to mix probiotics with food that is above 40 degrees to maintain its activity.
The dosage of cat probiotics depends on the weight of the pet. If the recommended dosage is not followed, the pet will eat too many probiotics at one time, causing a sudden increase in the number of good bacteria in the stomach and intestines, affecting the balance of intestinal flora, and may cause diarrhea or constipation in cats! This situation is likely to happen to pets who have just started to eat probiotics. It is recommended that cats follow the instructions on the product packaging. If you are still worried that your pet will take too many probiotics, you can consult a professional veterinarian to ensure the health of your pet.
Common Q&A about cat probiotics!
(I) How to choose probiotics suitable for cats?
There are many types of cat probiotic products on the market. The following are the selection criteria for cat probiotics:
1. Contains appropriate strains that are beneficial to cats
It is not the case that the more strains, the more helpful it is for cats! The key is to select strains that are truly beneficial to cats. However, the diversity of strains cannot be too small, and the appropriate combination of strains can achieve the best effect.
2. The strain number is clearly marked
The strain number is like the ID card of the probiotics. It can be used to trace its source and confirm whether probiotics have patent certification. If the product does not fully indicate the strain number, it is likely that the strain is from an unknown source.
3. Use encapsulation technology
For probiotics, it is crucial to be able to survive in the stomach and intestines and play a role! The use of encapsulation technology can effectively prolong the activity of probiotics and ensure that they can still play their due role when they reach the intestines.
4. Whether there is international certification and original factory authorization
Probiotics with international certification and original factory authorization have undergone rigorous testing and review to ensure the quality of probiotics.
(II) Can kittens eat probiotics?
Yes! The intestines of kittens are still in the development stage, and any changes in the environment or diet are likely to cause gastrointestinal discomfort, so they need to take probiotics to maintain intestinal health.
(III) Can cats with kidney disease eat probiotics?
Yes! Cats with kidney disease can eat probiotics, but they need to be more cautious when selecting and using them. It is recommended to ask a professional veterinarian to ensure the health and safety of cats with kidney disease.
(IV) Can cats eat human probiotics?
No! The intestinal environment of humans and cats is different, and the amount of probiotics required is also different. It is recommended to give fur babies probiotics that are exclusive to them, so as not to affect their gastrointestinal health!
