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  Effects of blond psyllium husk powder (Fiberact�) in dogs and cats with slow digestive transit through a pet-owners survey
  Author(s): Sarah Muller, Bruno Jahier and Christelle Navarro*
  
  Introduction: Prolonged retention of stools is a common clinical complaint in small animals, and its management should first consist in identifying and eliminating, if possible, the cause, and then implementing medical and/or surgical therapy. Among medical approaches dietary fibers, such as psyllium, are well tolerated and effective. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of blond psyllium husk powder on bowel movement in dogs and cats. Methods: 50 dogs and 50 cats with slow digestive transit were administered orally with psyllium powder for 7 days at the dose of 1 teaspoon/10 kg/day. Pet-owners were asked to fill in a questionnaire on D0 and D7 that evaluated signs of stool retention (0-10 scale), stool consistency (1-5 scale), intestinal transit, and owner’s satisfaction. Results: 44 dogs and 46 cats com.. View More»
  DOI: 10.35248/2155-9600.24.14.002

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