Acute dog diarrhea: the comparison of antibiotics and nutraceuticals

Published in the journal Animals, an Italian study points out that a preparation of microencapsulated plant extracts, tannins and zinc oxide, minerals, vitamins and prebiotics is a viable alternative to antibiotic treatment in the treatment of acute diarrhea. Among the causes that lead to consulting the veterinarian, acute diarrhea in dogs is a frequent symptom, often involving the use of an antibiotic, with obvious consequences in terms of antibiotic resistance and intestinal dysbiosis. In the absence of complications these forms often resolve spontaneously, but in 45-70% of cases an antibiotic is prescribed. The intent is to Prevent th...