Probiotics are not all the same: we explain the concept of strain specificity

Dr. Fabio Procoli, Anicura Veterinary Hospital "i Portoni Rossi," explains why it is important for veterinarians to know the specific strain characteristics of probiotics.

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Although some benefits are common to different strains, it is important to remember that the properties of probiotics are specific to each strain. Probiotics are not all the same, and it is essential for the veterinary practitioner to know their characteristics.

What are the indications in veterinary medicine for which the use of probiotics is recommended? Dr. Fabio Procoli, Anicura Veterinary Hospital “The Red Gates,” tells us about them.

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