Prebiotics has been around and many humans have used it to help their digestive system. For the past years, Prebiotics has gain popularity as an added ingredient in dog food. Research shows that dogs can also benefit from Prebiotics.
What are Prebiotics?
Prebiotics are complex sugar and also known as non-digestible food ingredients. It stimulates the growth and function of friendly bacteria in your dog’s digestive tract.
Prebiotics in Dog Food
Typically, Prebiotics are added in small quantities during dry mix of kibble production. These are the common Prebiotics you can find in dog food: 1) FOS (fructooligosaccharides) 2) Chicory Root (Inulin) 3) GOS (galactooligosaccharides)or 4) TOS (trans galactooligosaccharides)
Chicory, A Prebiotic
It is surprising to know that chicory is being used in dog food. Chicory is commonly used in human food as a coffee substitute. Chicory contains inulin which is a form of dietary fiber that promotes beneficial bacteria in the digestive system. High levels of these friendly bacteria can assist to improve digestion, lessen disease and support a strong healthy immune system.
Holistic Select
Holistic Select, a brand of WellPet, is a pet food that has Prebiotics in their dog food. Grain Free Holistic Select: Unique Digestive Health Support System is the only natural pet food that offers a complete digestive balance system. It contains Prebiotics such as Inulin to stimulate the growth of healthy good bacteria. Additionally, there are Probiotics to increase the absorption of vital nutrients and prevent free radicals from entering the bloodstream. Lastly, Natural Fiber for healthy daily output and Digestive Enzymes to help break down starch.
Read our previous post Help Your Dog’s Digestive Health for detailed information about Holistic Select 7 Ingredients for your dog’s Total Body Health.
We invite you to visit Holistic Select: Unique Digestive Health Support System for more information. Keep in mind that dog food with Prebiotics are not right for every dog. Consult your veterinarian before trying dog food with Prebiotics.
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Looks like a nice food Sugar. Shiner has gas sometimes, wonder if those prebiotics would help =D
I will ask my vet, think it makes sense for me to avoid the scary noises what I have sometimes in my tummy. Thanks for the information!
we were just reading about probiotics for dogs with allergies they were saying it can help with itchies too
Our Angel Sam had a very delicate digestive system and we were adding probiotics as a supplement. For our healthy pups we add prebiotics. How awesome that there is a a food for it now – it is always tough to find a tasty supplement.
Monty and Harlow
Thanks for sharing this! Does it work for cats too??? ha ha ha ha
Interesting. We heard about “pro” before but not “pre”!
Your Pals,
Murphy & Stanley
Thanks for informing us Sugar. Have a marvellous Monday.
Best wishes Molly
We used to eat this kind of food but mom changed us to Taste of The Wild. We’ll have to check this out again, Sugar. Thank you!
Love ya lots♥
Mitch and Molly
SUGAR WHAT A WONDERFUL AND INFORMATIVE POST.
MOM TOLD ME SHE LIKES THE FLAVOR OF CHICORY COFFEE EVERY SO OFTEN…
HUGS MADI YOUR BFFF
We’ve tried the Holistic Select canned food for cats. It’s good!
We have also heard about “pro” but not “pre”. This sounds very interesting. We will have to give it a try! Sounds good to us! Thanks for the great review!