A Healthy Gut = A Healthy Pup: Why Gut Health Matters for Your Dog

Why Gut Health Matters for Dogs:

• Digestion & Nutrient Absorption
  • A balanced gut helps your dog break down food properly and absorb the vitamins and minerals they need to thrive. Without a strong digestive system, even the best foods can’t provide full benefits.
• Immune System Support
  • Did you know that about 70% of your dog’s immune system lives in the gut? A well-functioning digestive system helps protect your pup from illness and keeps them feeling their best year-round.

• Skin, Coat & Allergies
  • Gut health doesn’t just affect the inside. Dogs with a balanced microbiome often have shinier coats, healthier skin, and fewer allergy-related flare-ups.
• Mood & Behavior
  • The “gut-brain connection” is real—even in dogs! An upset stomach or imbalance in gut bacteria can sometimes show up as stress, lethargy, or changes in behavior. 

Signs Your Dog May Have Gut Issues:

While every dog is different, some common red flags include:

1. Frequent diarrhea, constipation, or gas.
2. Fecal changes in consistency, color, or smell.
3. Bad breath or foul-smelling stools.
4. Excessive itching or a dull, flaky coat.
5. Abdominal enlargement or bloating.

If you notice these symptoms, it’s always best to check with your veterinarian first, then look into daily habits and nutrition that may support better digestion. 

Tips to Support Gut Health:

1. Feed a Balanced, High-Quality Diet
   • Choose dog foods made with real, digestible ingredients. Whole proteins, natural fibers, and limited fillers are easier on sensitive stomachs.
2.  Add Probiotics
   • Probiotics are “good bacteria” that promote a healthy gut environment. They can help regulate digestion and support the immune system.
3. Don’t Forget Prebiotics
   • Prebiotics are fibers that act as food for probiotics, helping them grow and do their job. Many digestive health formulas combine both for maximum benefits.
4. Avoid Sudden Diet Changes
   • Switching foods too quickly can upset your dog’s stomach. Introduce new diets gradually over 7–10 days.

Our Favorite Gut Health Products:

At Feeders Pet Supply, we’re here to help you keep your dog’s tummy happy. Here are some staff favorites that pet parents love. Click the image or product title to learn more & shop. 

Supplements / Daily Chews:

• Get Joy Gut Health Supplement Digestion Chews:
  • A clinical backed daily chew that supports easy digestion & a balanced microbiome, boosts immune system, boosts vitality, reduced gut-related inflammation, healps fight seasonal allergies, and helps freshen breath.

• Intuition Soft Chews Digestive Enzymes Supplement:

  • This blend of enzymes + prebiotics + probiotics improves digestion efficiency, enhances nutrient absorption, supports a healthy microbiome, improves stool quality, and boosts immune health.

• Naturvet Advanced Probiotics & Enzymes Plus Vet Strength PB6 Probiotic Soft Chews
  • Best selling! Great for dogs with sensitive stomachs and digestive issues caused by stress, antibiotics, a weakened immune system or dietary issues.
  • Features a special blend of probiotics, including veterinary-strength PB6, which helps support good bacteria in the gut and promotes a balanced and healthy GI tract and normal stool quality.

Dog Diets:

• Purina Pro Plan Sensitive Skin & Stomach
  • Highly digestible formula for optimal nutrient delivery. Science-backed and formulated to target digestive health and skin and coat nourishment.

• SquarePet Vet Formulated Ideal Digestion
  • Formulated by veterinarians specifically for sensitive stomachs. Made with high quality and easily digestible ingredients and a proprietary GI Health blend of dietary fiber, prebiotics & probiotics. Sold at select locations only.

• Dr. Marty Nature's Blend Sensitivity Select Premium Freeze-Dried Raw
  • Premium freeze-dried raw food designed specifically for dogs with food sensitivities. It combines premium poultry, seeds, veggies, and fruit to support your dog’s easy digestion, healthy skin, youthful energy, and healthy joints… with ZERO common “problem foods,” artificial preservatives, or fillers.

Pumpkin: Nature's Most Delious Digestion Aid for Dogs. 

• Instinct Raw Boost Mixers Gut Health Recipe Frozen Raw Dog Food Topper 

• Fruitables Canned Pumpkin Digestion & Weight Loss Supplement

• Weruva Pumpkin Patch Up! Pureed Pumpkin Food Supplement

When your dog’s gut is in harmony, everything else follows—from their immune strength to their mood and skin quality. With trusted products and expert support, Feeders Pet Supply is here to help your pup thrive—inside and out.