Eat dirt? That was an insult once upon a time. Fast forward to Emily Stein, PhD, who shares how a diverse diet, regular dental care and a little bit of dirt can help a dog’s gut microbiome thrive. She offers:
- Microbes from the mouth survive the stomach to impact gut function and gut health
- Growing friendly bacteria in the mouth leads to increased levels of friendly bacteria in the gut and helps gut function
Source: Animal Wellness, July 15, 2020. Link.
Nutrition, oral hygiene and eating dirt are some easy ways you can improve your dog’s gut health” – Emily Stein, PhD