IS YOUR DOG HEALTHY BUT SUFFERS FROM DIARRHEA OR SOFT POOPS?

Hello, Patch Pet Lovers!

Is your dog healthy but suffers from diarrhea or soft poops?  Penn Vet is looking for dogs to participate in a clinical trial to evaluate the efficacy of two diets… 

"If you are interested in participating in this clinical trial or would like to learn more about it, please contact the VCIC at 215-573-0302 or email vcic@vet.upenn.edu"

Penn Vet reports:

Prospective clinical trial to evaluate two diets in the nutritional management of dogs with acute diarrhea

Gastrointestinal upset (such as vomiting or diarrhea) is one of the most common reasons owners will seek veterinary care. While there are many effective treatments available to treat diarrhea, nutrition is believed to be necessary to help restore normal bowl movements and gut flora (normal bacteria inhabiting the intestinal tract), especially in dogs with acute diarrhea. While many cases of acute diarrhea in dogs are mild and self-limiting, veterinarians and owners are interested in dietary therapy to help resolve clinical signs such as diarrhea or reduced appetite as quickly and safely as possible.

Fifty (50) dogs with acute (no longer than 14 days) diarrhea will be randomized to receive one of two commercially available diets associated with nutritional management. Each dog will be in the trial for 7 days being fed only the prescribed food. Owners will be given questionnaires to be completed daily throughout the course of the trial.

Eligibility:

• Healthy canines, other than having diarrhea, or soft stools
• Willing/able to pursue follow up appointment one week following enrollment appointment
• Willing/able to complete questionnaires provided

Benefits:

• Physical examinations, blood work, fecal screening, and food for one week at no charge

To enroll:

If you are interested in participating in this clinical trial or would like to learn more about it, please contact the VCIC at 215-573-0302 or email vcic@vet.upenn.edu

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