05/06/2025
Does your dogs 🐶 itching drive you insane? You’ve tried everything but nothing seams to work? Product after product comes up on your Facebook and Instagram feeds but it’s all so complicated! Which one to choose?
Then you find us….and my wonderful team at Maggie’s and we start a conversation about gut health! Then we ask are they on probiotics!
But Why Probiotics?
Let’s look at the top 5 things to know…
🧬 1. Gut-Immune-Skin Connection
• 70–80% of a dog’s immune system resides in the gut.
• When the gut is balanced with beneficial bacteria (probiotics), it can modulate immune responses—reducing overreactions that cause allergies and itching.
• A healthy gut helps prevent the immune system from misidentifying harmless substances (like pollen, dust, or certain foods) as threats.
🌿 2. Reduce Inflammation
• Allergies cause systemic inflammation, which often manifests as skin issues: itchiness, hot spots, redness, etc.
• Probiotics help lower inflammation by:
• Supporting anti-inflammatory pathways
• Balancing the gut microbiome, which in turn calms the immune response
🛡️ 3. Restore Skin Barrier Health
• Good bacteria support nutrient absorption (like omega-3s, zinc, and biotin), all of which are vital for skin repair and hydration.
• Some strains also influence the production of ceramides, which help maintain the skin’s protective barrier—essential in preventing allergens from penetrating the skin.
🔄 4. Combat Yeast Overgrowth
• Dogs with chronic itch often suffer from Malassezia (yeast) overgrowth, especially in ears, paws, and skin folds.
• Probiotics can help restore microbiome balance and outcompete yeast, naturally reducing flare-ups
✅ 5. Support Detox & Allergy Relief
• A healthy gut processes and eliminates toxins better, preventing toxic build-up that can stress the liver and manifest as skin issues.
• Some probiotic strains can break down histamine and reduce allergic reactions.
So there’s the science stuff, why the gut is the body’s powerhouse….So now when you see products look at what they offer you and your dog.
Why don’t you all your friends with dogs so that we can share the knowledge
