Discover what to look for in your pup's poop that indicate a healthy gut!
| Black Friday Sale is Live | 40% Off Site-Wide | Code: BF40 | | | | First, Let's State the Obvious! | | | | Everybody poops! That obviously includes our pets too! But did you know, while a bit gross, that their poop can provide great insight into the health level of your pawed pal?
Below are a few key factors on what constitutes a healthy poop for your pet, as well as some details on how to monitor your pet's level of digestive health. | | | | Step 1: Look For Regularity | | It's important to note how often your pup or kitty poops – this means keeping track of their regularity. If they are eating twice per day but only pooping once per day, this could be a sign of a slow transit time. Perhaps the food they are eating is heavy in fats or does not contain enough fiber to move it through their system.
If you are noticing irregular poops, then start with a fresh food diet that is high in fiber if you haven't already. Then, consider a supplement that is rich in digestive enzymes, such as Restore M3® to help your pup break down the nutrients in their food (such as fiber!) to allow for enhanced nutrient absorption! | | | | Step 2: Examine the Color | | The color of your pet's poop is yet another indicator of their level of gut health. Their poop should be dark brown in color. Poop that is light brown can indicate a lack of absorption, whereas poop very dark in color, almost black, can indicate an abundance of old bacteria or old poop which has been fermenting in their colon. Red poop can indicate straining and mean there is blood in the stool, which can be caused by your pet straining to go to the bathroom or a cut on their bum. Red poop can also indicate that they have been consuming a lot of different red-colored foods such as strawberries, beets, or red carrots.
| | | | The volume of your pawed pal's poop is another indicator of the health level of their digestive tract. The volume and size/weight of their poop should match the amount of food they are taking in.
If your dog or cat is eating a higher volume of food but is pooping out a lot of food and it seems undigested, this is a warning sign and means your pet could benefit from a high-quality prebiotic, probiotic and digestive enzyme product such as Restore M3® to improve digestion and the ability of their gut to absorb nutrients. | | | | Give Your Pup the Gift of a Longer Pet Life | | Black Friday Sale is Live | 40% Off Site-Wide | Code: BF40 | | | | Restore M3® is a 3-in-1 prebiotic, probiotic and digestive enzyme blend designed to enhance and diversify your pet's microbiological populations by supporting improved digestion, immunity, and nutrient absorption. | | Previously: $49.99 New Price: $29.99 | | | | Feel like changing the way you receive emails? | | | | | | |
