DIGESTIVE

INFLAMMATORY BOWEL DISEASE

Species affected: Dogs, cats
Background: Congenital or acquired inflammation of the intestine, especially the small intestine; similar to Crohn's disease in humans. There is no known pathological organism involved, however, secondary infections may result from chronic inflammation.
Symptoms: Diarrhea and/or vomiting, blood and/or mucus in the stool, hypermotility on the bowels, malabsorption and eventual destruction or severe scarring of the intestine itself.
Diagnostics: Rule out other similar conditions such as parasites (especially Giardia), food allergies, toxic ingestion, or other infections. Rule out intestinal lymphoma.
Special Notes: Certain breed types, especially those with nervous dispositions, are prone to this condition, often as a consequence of improper diet or emotional stress.
Principles for Supplementation: Support healing of intestinal mucosa, increase fiber in some cases, provides antioxidants.

CANINE AND FELINE PRODUCTS—INFLAMMATORY BOWEL DISEASE

Formulas:	Dosage:	Mechanism/Purpose:
ArabinexVET12	Cats: ½ scoop sid Dogs: 1 scoop/25 lb sid	Arabinogalactans from Larix occidentalis are water-soluble polysaccharides and fiber that support proper immune system function. They also support the growth of probiotic bacteria such as Lactobacilli and Bifidobacteria in the intestines; increase butyrate levels in colon.
Bio-B1212	Cats and dogs: 1/8 capsule/25 lb bid (up to ½ capsule bid)	Animals with IBD often need supplemental B12. B12 is in a base of enzymes for enhanced absorption.
Colostrum29	Cats: 1 scoop or tablet sid Dogs: 1 scoop or tablet/10 lb sid	Broad spectrum immune support, intestinal immunity and function.
CurcuVET-SA5012	Cats: ½ capsule sid Dogs: 1 capsule/25 lb sid	Curcumin has ant-inflammatory properties, hepato-protective effects, increases glutathione levels, down-regulates tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-a), NO, and nuclear factor-kappaB (NF-?B), decreases free radicals in colonic mucosa.
CurcuVET-SA15012	Dogs: 1 capsule per 75 lb sid	Curcumin has ant-inflammatory properties, hepato-protective effects, increases glutathione levels, down-regulates tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-a), NO, and nuclear factor-kappaB (NF-?B), decreases free radicals in colonic mucosa.
DipanVET12	Cats: ¼ capsule/meal Dogs: ½ capsule/25 lb/meal	Pancreatic enzymes.
Early Comfort24	Cats and small dogs: 2 drops bid Dogs 20-50 lbs: 3 drops bid Dogs over 50 lbs: 4 drops bid	Expels dampness.
Gastriplex12	Cats: ½-1 capsule sid Dogs: 2 capsules/15 lb sid	Supports enterocytes; improves local immune function; soothes gastric mucosa; probiotics.
Herbal Bulk12	Cats: approx ¼ tsp/ meal (titrate to effective dose) Dogs: 1 tsp/50 lbs/meal	Source of soluble fiber.
Folic Acid Liquid12	Cats: 1 drop bid Dogs: 1 drop/25 lb bid	Involved in intermediary metabolism pathways, including nucleotide synthesis, phospholipid synthesis, amino acid metabolism, neurotransmitter production, creatinine formation; paired with B12 in production of methionine from homocysteine.
ImmunoVET-Fc12	Cat: 1 capsule bid Small dog: 1 capsule/10 lb bid	Improves gut barrier function; immune modulator.
ImmunoVET-C12	Dogs: 1 scoop/25 lb bid	Improves gut barrier function; immune modulator.
MediClear Plus12	Cats: 1/8 to ¼ scoop bid mixed with food or water Dogs: ¼ scoop/25 lb, up to 1 scoop sid to bid mixed with food or water	Contains vitamins, minerals, amino acids needed to help detoxify, with additional gastrointestinal support for IBD patients. When detoxifying, additional amounts of antioxidants and co-factors for liver Phase I and Phase II enzymes are needed and these are supplied by this product; contains Meriva (same as CurcuVET).
Nutrigest30	As directed by weight	Probiotics, FOS, psyllium, ginger, Oregon grape root that support intestinal function.
Quiet Digestion23	Cats: ¼-½ tablet bid or tid Dogs: ½-2 tablets bid or tid	Helps with gastric distress, abdominal pain, bacterial or viral enteritis.
Seacure for Pets29	Cats: 1 scoop or tablet sid Dogs: 1 scoop or tablet/10 lb sid	Bioactive peptides support enterocytes and intestinal integrity.
Small Animal Antioxidant12	Cats: 1 capsule sid Dogs: 2 capsules/25 lb sid	Antioxidant.
Ultra Clear Sustain26	Cats: 1/8 to ¼ scoop, bid, mixed with food or water Dogs: ¼ scoop/25 lb, up to 1 scoop sid to bid mixed with food or water	Contains vitamins, minerals, amino acids needed to help detoxify, with additional gastro-intestinal support for IBD patients. When detoxifying, additional amounts of antioxidants and co-factors for liver Phase I and Phase II enzymes are needed and these are supplied by this product.
Zinc Citrate12	Dogs: ½ capsule/25 lb bid (up to 1 capsule bid)	Essential for growth, immune system as a cofactor of superoxide dismutase. Do not over-supplement (can cause copper deficiency).