What's New
AnimalBiome Veterinary Academy
We’re excited to announce the launch of our AnimalBiome Veterinary Academy, a resource designed to help veterinary professionals integrate microbiome medicine into their practices.
Explore learning modules, short video tutorials, advanced training, webinars, and downloadable resources—developed to enhance your practice. Learn at your own pace, with new content regularly added to keep you up-to-date with the latest insights in microbiome medicine.
VCA Hospitals Now Offer ABV Products
This year, we launched our internal catalog in VCA's U.S. locations, providing seamless access for clinics to incorporate microbiome medicine into their standards of care.
With over 900 VCA locations nationwide, this integration allows for better patient outcomes while focusing on gut microbiome health.
Product Updates
Gut Recovery: What is it?
- 7 day supply of FMT capsules to replenish the gut microbiome in place of standard bacterial probiotics.
- Indicated for post-antimicrobial therapy, acute stress, major procedures, and dietary indiscretion to name a few!
GI Relief for Cats: New Formulation
Now including a prebiotic fiber that is ideal for even the most sensitive patients.
Happy Tails
From Last Resort to New Beginnings: Mistletoe's Fecal Transplant Success Story
Name: Mistletoe
Age: 7 months
Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Condition: Chronic diarrhea
"I used the enema on Wednesday. Mistletoe is a 7 month old female DSH who came from a hoarding situation. She has had chronic diarrhea. Her fecal pcr was positive for campylobacter, clostridium with high levels of alpha toxin, cryptosporidium and feline enteric coronavirus. For the past month and a half we have had her, we have tried Tylosin, Fortiflora, Clavamox, GI diet, and Benefiber with no response.
She had her first solid stool on Saturday!!
The fecal transfer was my last ditch effort to make her adoptable and it saved her life!
I will definitely be using this protocol more in the future.“
- Dr. Taylor Smith, DVM, Foothills Animal Shelter
Update: Mistletoe is doing great and was adopted! 🎉
Cooksey’s Corner
Dr. Tonya Cooksey, DVM
The holidays often lead to acute dietary indiscretions for our patients. Our GI Relief Kits can help stabilize the gut microbiome and relieve clinical symptoms, preventing diarrhea from ruining the festivities. But if chronic cases are giving you and your clients the holiday blues, don’t forget that we are here to help.
Alongside Veterinary Care Specialist, Becky Smith, LVT, she and I can help provide report consultations for those difficult cases. Becky joins the ABV team with over 20 years of veterinary medicine experience in both academic and private practice. With a passion for teaching and knowledge of clinical microbiome application, she’s ready to help you understand your patient’s results and recommendations.
Becky's Tech Tips
Becky Smith, LVT
Adapting to change can be challenging, even when it's for the better. Patients with dysbiosis may be particularly sensitive to new supplements, even those aimed at restoring balance. To support their progress, it’s helpful to introduce new supplements gradually. Start with one at a time, allowing at least three days before adding another. This staggered approach gives patients time to adjust to gastrointestinal changes and improves their chances of success.
Research Spotlight
Our R&D team recently published a study investigating the impact of oral FMT capsules on the microbiomes of dogs with chronic gastrointestinal issues.
Microbiome Responses to Oral Fecal Microbiota Transplantation (FMT) in a Cohort of Domestic Dogs
Results showed an increase in beneficial bacteria like Faecalibacterium post-FMT and microbiome changes influenced by diet and antibiotic history, highlighting the potential of FMT in modulating canine gut health.
Fig4D. Differential abundance testing to determine bacterial species abundance in dogs with prior antibiotic therapy and those without.
Rojas, C.A.; Entrolezo, Z.; Jarett, J.K.; Jospin, G.; Martin, A.; Ganz, H.H. Microbiome Responses to Oral Fecal Microbiota Transplantation in a Cohort of Domestic Dogs. Vet. Sci. 2024, 11, 42. https://doi.org/10.3390/vetsci11010042
Partner Testimonials
As a valued veterinary partner, we would love to hear about your experience using our products within your practice. Testimonials will be featured in our upcoming veterinary newsletter.
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