Canine microbiome dysbiosis
It is increasingly being recognized that a dysfunctional intestinal microbiome can be at the root of many gastrointestinal disorders; this paper discusses the diagnosis and therapeutic options for dysbiosis cases.
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Gluten in human and canine health
Gluten-free diets are currently popular for both humans and dogs, but actually how common are gluten-related disorders? This paper compares and contrasts what we know about them in both species.
Feline exocrine pancreatic insufficiency
Feline exocrine pancreatic insufficiency is more common than generally realized; this article offers pointers for successful diagnosis and treatment of the condition.
Treating constipation in cats
Is the constipated cat a simple “10-minute consultation”? Anything but, says Jonathan Lidbury, as he discusses a structured and careful approach to all such cases.
Giardiasis infection in dogs
Giardia infection is commonly identified in dogs, but deciding if it is a significant finding, and selecting the best treatment approach for a given situation, can often raise questions in practice; this article aims to provide some answers for the clinician.
Atypical canine Hypoadreno-corticism
Addison’s disease may not be the first diagnosis that comes to mind when a dog with gastrointestinal signs presents, but this possibility should not be dismissed, as Romy Heilmann describes.
Fecal microbiota transplantation for GI disorders
Fecal microbiota transplantation is starting to be seen as a viable option to treat various acute and chronic gastrointestinal problems in dogs, as Linda Toresson explains.