Although he can tolerate Chappie and it doesn't give him the squits as such, we generally find that Chappie tinned comes out the other end almost exactly the same texture as it went in (yeuch), and normally twice the volume, but we do alternate this with RC Sensitivity tinned for pill hiding when his tum's too sensitive to risk any other yummies. We make one tin last 3 or 4 days though and feed the pills wrapped in the mush before his meal, as he's started to refuse to eat his meals if they've got medication in. Pro-Kolin Enterogenic acts to reinforce theintestinal mucosalbarrier, this aids and assists the intestinal immune system and to normalise the balance of good and bad bacteria in the intestine. For the maintenance of normal serum cobalamin levels, which can often be depleted in long-term digestive disturbances. EPI, exocrine pancratic insufficiency can cause a large volume of sometimes foul smelling greasy stools, although the dog can be fine itself otherwise. One thing that I have found helps is Bionic Biotic that I have used and found good. If you want to have a look at that.

He's on day 6 of a 10 day course of antibiotics (which of course may be contributing to the softness), and was wormed 4 days ago. Next step after the antibiotics is treating with Panacur for giardia, but is there an alternative stool firmer we can try? Pro-Kolin is the UK's leading companion animal probiotic, used to support gastrointestinal function Pro-Kolin Advanced contains beneficial micro-organisms, several prebiotic sources, an optimal level of a dual-source binding agent and soothing fibres to support gastrointestinal function. Pro-Kolin Enterogenic reinforces the intestinal mucosal barrier; this aids and assists the intestinal immune system and normalises the balance of good and bad bacteria in the intestine. Pro-Kolin Advancedis a highly palatable paste which is available in 15ml, 30ml and 60ml syringes with easy to read graduations, making the product easy to administer.

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Preplex prebiotics: a prebiotic, consisting of fructo-oligosaccharide (FOS) and acacia (Gum arabic), which helps to feed and stimulate the growth of beneficial bacteria. Protexin Veterinary has been a recognised and a name in the veterinary market for over 25 years.They are dedicated to producing innovative research-based products of the highest quality that emphasise our guiding philosophy - Science and Nature in balance.They have five ranges of supplements for dogs, cats and rabbits that support common Gastrointestinal (GI/Digestive), Dermatology (skin), Urinary, Joint and Hepatic (liver) issues your pets may face throughout their lifetime. Lactic acid production– probiotics produce lactic acid which acts to reduce the gut pH, inhibiting the growth of pathogenic bacteria, which prefer a more alkaline environment. A prebiotic, consisting of fructo-oligosaccharide (FOS) and acacia (Gum arabic), which helps to feed and stimulate the growth of beneficial bacteria. And thanks SDH - he had a reaction to Kaogel a few years ago, and Prokolin has always worked better for us. We've given Bionic Biotics a good try for a few weeks and it made no difference to his gas, and he also didn't like the taste.

Improvement in digestion– probiotics have been shown to increase the efficiency of digestion and therefore provide an improvement in digestion. A friend of mine always swears by Kaogel for her dogs, personally I prefer the Protexin prokolin but something you could try, you can by kaogel on line. He likes the Prokolin paste, but the poor love has so many pills and potions I can't face trying to get him to eat yet another thing he doesn't really like. There is also Canikur for maintenance of digestive function in dogs especially diarrhoea, it comes in flavoured tablet form and given twice a day. Pro-Kolin Advanced contains the same high quality ingredients as the original Pro-Kolin, but also contains a few extra ingredients to further support the gastrointestinal tract. These extra ingredients include another clay, montmorillonite, fibre in the form of psyllium and also beta-glucans. In addition to this, Pro-Kolin Advanced is now available as separate products for dogs and cats with different flavourings to please the most discerning canines and felines.A food source for beneficial bacteria. Pro-Kolin Enterogenic contains Preplex prebiotic (fructo-oligosaccharide and Gum arabic), mannan-oligosaccharide (MOS) and beta-glucans.

Competition for nutrients– within the gut beneficial and pathogenic micro-organisms will be utilising the same types of nutrients. This results in a general competition between bacteria for these nutrients. When a probiotic is administered there is an overall reduction in nutrients available for pathogenic bacteria and consequently this minimises the levels of pathogenic micro-organisms. Probiotic and prebiotic paste for digestive support, helping to firm up faeces and soothe the gut lining. Gut Flora Stabilisers: Protexin probiotic Enterococcus faecium (DSM 10663/NCIMB 10415) 4b1707 2 x 10 We're battling with some long term runny poops at the moment, in our third week now. I'm really praying he hasn't started an intolerance to the Royal Canin Sensitivity control! He starts on ProKolin Enterogenic sachets for a month when they arrive tomorrow, and is already on Protexin Bio-Premium, so I don't think we need any more pre or probiotics?Bless him, He's on Doxion once a day on an empty stomach, 1 hour before breakfast, 75mg Zantac twice a day, half an hour before meals, 2 x 50mg Tramadol twice a day, 15mg Vidalta 3 times a day, Previcox once a day, scoop of pre/probiotic once a day, Keeper's Mix baked into a biscuit with some tinned food to keep the gas to a minimum, and currently he's on 1 and a 1/2 huge pink Synulox tablets twice a day. We recommend using 15ml and 30ml syringes for small to medium dogs but also in a handy 60ml syringe for larger dogs. Viability– the micro-organisms within a probiotic product should remain viable during their storage. The probiotics should also be able to pass safely through the stomach so that they can colonise the gut. A good freeze-drying process will enable the product to be stored at room temperature throughout the duration of its shelf life. Microencapsulation will afford protection throughout the high acidity of the stomach. Pro-Kolin Advanced contains the same high quality ingredients as the original Pro-Kolin, but also contains a few extra ingredients to further support the gastrointestinal tract. These extra ingredients include another clay, montmorillonite, fibre in the form of psyllium and also beta-glucans. In addition to this, Pro-Kolin Advanced is now available as separate products for dogs and cats with different flavourings to please the most discerning canines and felines Pro-Kolin contains: • Probiotics: a natural 'friendly' bacterium, Enterococcus faecium, which helps to keep the level of beneficial bacteria high and exclude pathogenic species.