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Effect of a feed supplement containing probiotics on fecal score and clinical parameters in dogs with chronic kidney disease and intestinal disorders: A pilot study

Francesca Perondi, Ilaria Lippi, Natascia Bruni, Nicolò Lonigro, Elisa Martello.


Abstract
Background:
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) in dogs is often accompanied by dysbiosis and abnormal gut microbiota composition, leading to gastrointestinal issues. Probiotics, including Lactobacillus acidophilus, Enterococcus faecium, and Saccharomyces cerevisiae, have shown promise in maintaining a healthy gut microbiota in both healthy and CKD animals.

Aim:
This pilot double-blinded, randomized controlled study aimed to assess the effects of a feed supplement containing these probiotics on clinical parameters and fecal consistency in dogs with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and pronounce intestinal disorders.

Methods:
Eight dogs with CKD were randomly assigned to receive the supplement (TRT, n=4) or placebo (CTR, n=4) alongside a renal commercial complete dietetic feed and another supplement specific for CKD for 50 days. Clinical parameters, such as body condition score (BCS) and fecal score (FS), were regularly monitored.

Results:
The dogs in the TRT group exhibited improvements in fecal consistency and clinical parameters compared with the CTR group.

Conclusion:
The feed supplement under investigation appears beneficial for improving clinical condition, gut health, and stool quality in dogs with CKD. Future studies with larger sample sizes and microbiota analyses are needed to gain a better understanding of the potential benefits of this supplement in managing CKD in dogs.

Key words: Renal disease, Beneficial bacteria, Gut, Stool texture, Canine, CKD


 
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Perondi F, Lippi I, Bruni N, Lonigro N, Martello E. Effect of a feed supplement containing probiotics on fecal score and clinical parameters in dogs with chronic kidney disease and intestinal disorders: A pilot study. Open Vet J. 2025; 15(1): 307-313. doi:10.5455/OVJ.2025.v15.i1.29

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Perondi F, Lippi I, Bruni N, Lonigro N, Martello E. Effect of a feed supplement containing probiotics on fecal score and clinical parameters in dogs with chronic kidney disease and intestinal disorders: A pilot study. https://www.openveterinaryjournal.com/?mno=224880 [Access: March 12, 2025]. doi:10.5455/OVJ.2025.v15.i1.29

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Perondi F, Lippi I, Bruni N, Lonigro N, Martello E. Effect of a feed supplement containing probiotics on fecal score and clinical parameters in dogs with chronic kidney disease and intestinal disorders: A pilot study. Open Vet J. 2025; 15(1): 307-313. doi:10.5455/OVJ.2025.v15.i1.29


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Perondi F, Lippi I, Bruni N, Lonigro N, Martello E. Effect of a feed supplement containing probiotics on fecal score and clinical parameters in dogs with chronic kidney disease and intestinal disorders: A pilot study. Open Vet J. (2025), [cited March 12, 2025]; 15(1): 307-313. doi:10.5455/OVJ.2025.v15.i1.29


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Perondi, F., Lippi, . I., Bruni, . N., Lonigro, . N. & Martello, . E. (2025) Effect of a feed supplement containing probiotics on fecal score and clinical parameters in dogs with chronic kidney disease and intestinal disorders: A pilot study. Open Vet J, 15 (1), 307-313. doi:10.5455/OVJ.2025.v15.i1.29


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Perondi, Francesca, Ilaria Lippi, Natascia Bruni, Nicolò Lonigro, and Elisa Martello. 2025. Effect of a feed supplement containing probiotics on fecal score and clinical parameters in dogs with chronic kidney disease and intestinal disorders: A pilot study. Open Veterinary Journal, 15 (1), 307-313. doi:10.5455/OVJ.2025.v15.i1.29


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Perondi, Francesca, Ilaria Lippi, Natascia Bruni, Nicolò Lonigro, and Elisa Martello. "Effect of a feed supplement containing probiotics on fecal score and clinical parameters in dogs with chronic kidney disease and intestinal disorders: A pilot study." Open Veterinary Journal 15 (2025), 307-313. doi:10.5455/OVJ.2025.v15.i1.29


MLA (The Modern Language Association) Style

Perondi, Francesca, Ilaria Lippi, Natascia Bruni, Nicolò Lonigro, and Elisa Martello. "Effect of a feed supplement containing probiotics on fecal score and clinical parameters in dogs with chronic kidney disease and intestinal disorders: A pilot study." Open Veterinary Journal 15.1 (2025), 307-313. Print. doi:10.5455/OVJ.2025.v15.i1.29


APA (American Psychological Association) Style

Perondi, F., Lippi, . I., Bruni, . N., Lonigro, . N. & Martello, . E. (2025) Effect of a feed supplement containing probiotics on fecal score and clinical parameters in dogs with chronic kidney disease and intestinal disorders: A pilot study. Open Veterinary Journal, 15 (1), 307-313. doi:10.5455/OVJ.2025.v15.i1.29


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