Julio C. Mioto

272. Effects of Dietary Supplementation of Algal Docosahexaenoic Acid on Fecal Characteristics, Fecal Metabolites, Blood Coagulation Parameters and Serum Chemistry of Adult Dogs.

Abstract Algal meal can potentially be used as an alternative to fish oil as source of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) in canine nutrition. However, there is limited information in the literature on the effects of supplementing algal DHA oil in the diets of dogs. This study aimed to e...

Effects of a Mushroom-Based β-Glucan and Bovine Colostrum Blend on the Gastrointestinal Health and Immune Function of Healthy Adult Dogs

Abstract Mushroom-derived β-glucans and bovine colostrum have potential roles in modulating gut health and immune function, but limited data are available regarding their effects on the gut microbiome, microbial metabolites, and immune responsiveness in adult dogs. Twenty healthy...