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Therapeutic Applications of Dietary Fiber: Managing Fiber-responsive Gastrointestinal Conditions in Dogs and Cats
Adam J Rudinsky1, Valerie J Parker1
1Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, The Ohio State University, 601 Vernon L. Tharp Street, Columbus, OH 43210, USA.
Abstract:
Gastrointestinal disorders are some of the most common diseases in dogs and cats, and treatment can be challenging. Practicing clinicians who understand the physiochemical properties of dietary fiber, the clinical scenarios in which fiber may be effective, and how to appropriately utilize dietary fiber in dogs and cats can see significant improvement in patients' clinical signs. Specifically, core gastrointestinal concerns including acute diarrhea, chronic diarrhea, hairball vomiting, and constipation may be effectively managed via alterations in dietary fiber intake.
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