Pro-biotic supplements can also be used if you know a stressful situation is coming up; this way, you may prevent the problem before it starts. Managing your dog’s diarrhoea Your dog’s digestive system can normally look after itself, as long as it is getting the right food and nutrition. But even with your care it can sometimes encounter unexpected problems. EN Gastrointestinal Cat Food has been specially formulated with a blend of insoluble and soluble fibres, including a prebiotic (inulin) for regulating GI transit and nutritional support for enterocytes. The dry formula contains added bentonite with strong toxin adsorption capacity for intestinal mucosal protection. Although you’ll be anxious to see the difference Purina ONE can make in your dog, please allow 7 - 10 days to ease the transition from his current food. Each day, simply feed a little less of the previous food and a little more Purina ONE until you’re feeding Purina ONE exclusively. This gradual transition will help avoid dietary upsets. No Supplements Necessary Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets Feline OM ST/OX Obesity Management is a wet dietetic cat food that is low in calories, which is developed to reduce excessive weight. The high protein content helps to maintain your cat's healthy muscle mass during weight loss, while the fibre content helps your cat feel fuller for longer. Purina Obesity Management cat food can also help to prevent the formation of urinary stones, which overweight cats are more likely to suffer from.

Dogs can suffer from diarrhoea just like we do. Stress diarrhoea in pets is a common response to stress or anxiety – that is, your dog’s diarrhoea might happen because they’re worried about something. Examples of stressful situations that can trigger digestive problems in dogs are wide ranging – and it depends on what your dog finds particularly anxiety-inducing! What causes stress diarrhoea? Purina Veterinary Diets have a range of specialist wet cat food products that can be used to help in the management of a range of health issues including kidney problems and obesity.

EN Gastroenteric® Dry Canine Formula

Balanced recipe:provides puppies with all key nutrients for development; helps adult dogs maintain good body condition The recommended feeding duration is initially between 3 and 12 weeks for balancing digestive insufficiencies, chronic insufficiency or lifelong pancreatic issues, and for 1-2 weeks for acute gut absorption issues or during/after acute diarrhoea. It is recommended that you seek a veterinarian's opinion before using or extending the feeding period of this food.

It’s best to feed your dog at regular scheduled times. Use the correct amount of food to maintain your dog’s optimum body condition so they stay in tip-top shape. Your dog loves the nutritious food and occasional treats you give them – a great meal time is all part of their fun and active lifestyle! When their food is such a source of excitement for them and a pleasure for you, it can be easy to forget about keeping an eye on their digestive health. Signs of colitis in your dog include seeing blood and/or mucus in their stools, diarrhoea, and frequently passing small amounts of stool. If your dog has chronic colitis, they may lose weight too. What causes colitis? If your dog has sudden or persistent constipation, it’s time for a trip to the vet just to be sure that nothing else is wrong. Managing your dog’s constipationDepending on the severity of this digestive problem in dogs, treatment can also involve short-term or long-term dietary management or medicine. If additional tests are needed to find out what’s wrong with your dog, your vet may recommend laboratory analyses, x-rays, or endoscopy. (Endoscopy involves inserting a tube with a small video camera into your dog’s digestive tract so the problem is visible.) In some cases, a sample of gut may also need to be taken, or abdominal surgery required – none of these sound particularly pleasant, but in the end they will all help your dog.

The recommended feeding amounts indicated are based upon the average nutritional needs of an adult dog with a normal activity level (using a standard 8 oz/250 ml measuring cup, which contains approximately 96 g of Purina ONE). Factors, such as a dog’s metabolism, breed size, activity level, age and whether the dog is spayed or neutered, will affect the amount of Purina ONE needed to maintain an ideal body condition. The pet experts at Purina have provided the feeding amounts indicated as a starting point. If you find that your dog is losing weight or becomes overweight when fed these amounts, please adjust accordingly. To help your dog maintain an ideal body condition, monitor your dog’s weight on a regular basis, making sure that his ribs are easily felt and his waist is visible when viewed from above. Maintaining an ideal body condition can impact your dog's lifelong health. Making the Switch to Purina ONE Please consult your vet before feeding your pet with a veterinary diet. Your vet will be able to give further information and advice on possible treatment All members of the veterinary team are welcome on the stand – Purina recently sponsored a census of VCAs in conjunction with AVACA and has developed resources for veterinary receptionists in conjunction with BVRA and within the Purina Vet Centre online. Laura Hughes, Veterinary Nurse Development Manager says the need for a ‘one team’ approach has never been stronger, “Working together positively is so crucial at the moment – we’re all more aware than ever that if we fully utilise the skills of everyone in the team, not only can we offer a better client experience, we can also help alleviate the pressure felt by our colleagues. We want to support the whole team with the resources they need to achieve this and have so many practical toolkits that can be easily used in a fast-moving practice environment.” Libby Sheridan, Scientific Affairs Manager at Purina explains that research on the microbiome has expanded enormously in recent years, “From the gut-brain axis to the gut-lung axis, it’s clear that disruptions in the microbiome can have a significant impact on many aspects of animal health and behaviour. Dysbiosis can result in clinical signs ranging from mild to severe acute or chronic GI signs, including diarrhoea, vomiting, decreased appetite, and weight loss and in fact, some treatment protocols such as antibiotics can themselves contribute to a worsening of dysbiosis, adding to the burden for an already compromised pet. We’re looking forward to having the opportunity to talk to veterinary teams about how they help nutritionally support the gut through such challenges.”

Palatable recipe: with tender chunks of salmon in gravy, which is well accepted by cats with a reduced appetite due to illness Easy to digest ingredients: highly digestible ingredients to help relieve the digestive system and support optimal nutrient absorption Animal feeding tests using AAFCO procedures substantiate that Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets EN Gastroenteric Canine Formula provides complete and balanced nutrition for growth of puppies and maintenance of adult dogs including growth of large size dogs (70 lbs. or more as an adult). Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets Feline DM ST/OX Diabetes Management is a specialist diet for adult cats with diabetes, which meet the nutritional needs of diabetic cats and is clinically proven to help reduce the amount of insulin needed. The ingredients in this wet food are specifically formulated to help reduce fluctuations in your cat's blood sugar levels. There is a low carbohydrate content, as a high carbohydrate content can result in a rapid increase in blood sugar levels. Additionally, Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets Feline DM has an increased Vitamin E levels, which can help to reduce oxidative stress. Purina diabetic cat food can be fed long-term, as well as a temporary diet. As with prevention, a pro-biotic supplement can be used to calm your dog’s digestive tract and make everything ‘normal’ again.