已绝育的雄性边境牧羊犬,4 岁
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益生菌是活细菌,可通过各种机制帮助宠物维护健康、平衡的肠道微生物群,从而促进宠物健康。益生菌大有裨益,有助于缓解一些胃肠道疾病(例如腹泻)、减少犬的焦虑行为,还有许多其他潜在用途。益生菌引发关注的原因之一是有机会减少可能产生不良反应的药物(特别是抗生素)的使用。
宠物主人可以买到许多益生菌产品,但他们可能不知道如何为自己的爱宠选择最合适的产品。兽医保健团队可以在这方面发挥重要作用,为客户提供科普知识并指导他们选择合适的益生菌补充剂。
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