2024 State of the Gut Report Reveals Key Insights for Pet Health
AnimalBiome, a leader in pet microbiome science, announces the release of the 2024 State of the Gut report as part of the company’s mission to improve the health of companion animals worldwide. Based on a survey of 2,224 pet parents and over 50,000 stool samples, the State of the Gut Report provides crucial insights with best practices for supporting companion animal gut health for pet parents, those working with animal rescue organizations, and anyone involved in the pet care industry.
Key Findings of the State of the Gut Report:
- Diet is Priority: High-protein, high-fiber, and low-carbohydrate diets are most beneficial for pet gut health.
- Exercise and Gut Health: Regular physical activity promotes a diverse and healthy gut microbiome.
- Antibiotics’ Effects: Discussing the necessary precautions and recovery from antibiotic treatments is crucial due to their significant disruption to gut bacteria.
- Microbiome Testing: Early testing can identify microbiome imbalances that may manifest as skin or digestive issues.
- Parasite and Pathogen Awareness: Highlights the prevalence of parasites in dog parks and the risks of coprophagy.
- Educational Gaps: Addresses the confusion between prebiotics and probiotics among pet owners and underscores the underestimated importance of gut health.
- Longevity and Pet Parent Facts: The report highlights that similarly to humans, companion animals with more diverse healthy microbiota live longer, healthier lives.
Dr. Holly Ganz, Chief Science Officer, shares, “I founded AnimalBiome with the simple goal of using and applying microbiome science to improve the health of pets. I am really proud of my team for creating the State of the Gut Report 2024, which translates our research into helpful information for anyone involved in pet care.”
To read the full report, visit animalbiome.com/state-of-the-gut-2024.
About AnimalBiome:
Founded in 2016, AnimalBiome is a global leader in pet microbiome research, offering advanced microbiome testing, actionable insights, and evidence-based supplements to restore balance to pet microbiomes. Through innovative research and collaboration, AnimalBiome is at the forefront of using microbiome science to improve pet health. Learn more: AnimalBiome.com.