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Gut Microbiome Test for Dogs

Get actionable insights about your dog's gut health

Helps you make informed choices to optimize your dog’s health

Detect bacterial imbalances early and learn how to correct them

Identify pathogens and other harmful bacteria in your dog’s gut

Compare your dog’s gut microbiome to that of healthy dogs

Includes a consultation to discuss your results with a Microbiome Health Advisor

Powered by state-of-the-art DNA sequencing technology and bioinformatics

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Product Overview

Get to know your dog’s gut microbiome with our simple at-home sampling kit and comprehensive report. Receive fast results straight to your inbox.*

Powered by the most comprehensive DNA sequencing technology and innovative scientific research available, the Gut Microbiome Test for Dogs can accurately detect over 5000 types of bacteria from your dog’s stool.

Please note that all microbiome tests must be used within 1 year of purchase.

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Key Features Of Your Dog’s Interactive Report:

Learn about your dog’s unique gut flora and the state of your dog’s gut health.

Identify bacterial overgrowths and imbalances.

See how your dog’s gut bacteria compare to common bacteria found in healthy dogs.

Identify specific harmful bacteria (pathogens) associated with dog health, including:

  • Clostridium perfringens
  • Escherichia coli
  • Campylobacter upsaliensis
  • Clostridioides difficile
  • Salmonella enterica
  • Staphylococcus aureus
  • Listeria monocytogenes
  • Staphylococcus intermedius
  • Campylobacter jejuni
  • Clostridium piliforme

Screen for beneficial bacteria; learn how to introduce ones that are missing and promote the growth of the ones that are present. Includes detection of:

  • Clostridium hiranonis (Peptacetobacter hiranonis)
  • Turicibacter sanguinis
  • Faecalibacterium spp.
  • Blautia spp.
  • Fusobacterium spp.
  • Subdoligranulum spp.
  • Megasphaera spp.
  • Bifidobacterium spp.
  • Bacteroides spp.

Receive customized, science-backed recommendations for how to optimize your dog’s gut health.

Includes a 15-minute consult with a Microbiome Health Advisor to review your dog's results.

When to use the Gut Microbiome Test for Dogs:

  • Determine the underlying cause of digestive and skin problems and how to resolve them.
  • Make informed, evidence-based choices that promote gut health and immunity.
  • Monitor gut pathogen levels without visiting the vet office.
  • Establish a baseline of your dog’s gut microbiome profile.
  • Track your dog’s gut microbiome over time and catch issues before symptoms arise.
  • Engage your curiosity by exploring a detailed profile of the tiny organisms living in your dog’s gut.

*The vast majority of reports are completed within 2 weeks of being received by our laboratory.

Test Kit Contents

The at-home Gut Microbiome Test contains everything you need, including step-by-step instructions, to take a sample of your dog’s stool and mail it back to Animal Biome’s laboratory. The kit includes:

  • Gloves
  • Sample tubes (one is a backup)
  • Swabs
  • Wooden stick
  • Return mailer
  • Fecal scoring chart
  • Test kit box

Directions for Use

Use kit within 1 year from the date of purchase. 

  1. Collect
    The gut health test kit includes everything you’ll need to collect a small sample of your dog’s stool, including detailed instructions. 

    For best results, we recommend discontinuing probiotics for 24 hours before collecting a sample.
  2. Register
    Create an account at app.animalbiome.com, complete your dog’s profile, and enter the six-character ID code listed on your instruction card.
  3. Send
    The kit includes a pre-addressed mailer with prepaid postage in the US for returning your sample.
  4. Analysis
    Using the latest scientific innovations and techniques, Animal Biome’s scientists identify the types and proportions of the bacteria found in your dog’s sample and prepare your dog’s unique report. 
  5. Results
    Approximately 2 weeks after we receive your sample, you will receive an email notification that your test results are ready. Access your dog’s results via our online Pet Portal. 

Storage Instructions: Store in a cool, dry place. 

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Anonymous (Weston, US)
Results were hard to understand and I was under

Results were hard to understand and I was under the impression that a consult or even written supportive feedback was included with the purchase of the box. It is an add on.

Hi Joanna,

Thanks so much for providing this feedback. We do provide a phone consultation and/or written feedback for every dog gut microbiome test - I apologize for any confusion. The report includes a lot of information, and it can sometimes be a lot to digest, but we have a team of Microbiome Health Advisors to help deepen your understanding and make a plan for next steps.

We will follow up shortly via email to help get you scheduled!

Alex Martin
Chief of Staff

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Julie Walker (Cheyenne, US)
Best thing we’ve done for our dog

This is the only thing that has helped our dog with acid reflux! So happy we did the gut biome test and the consultation was very helpful. The supplements have really worked and Winnie likes the taste, so no problem taking them.

Hi Julie, thanks for providing this feedback on your pup. We're glad to be able to play a role in improving Winnie's digestive health. (She is such a cutie!) -- Alex Martin, Chief of Staff

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Doug & Nikki (Highland, US)
Amazing

These products are amazing. We spent almost 2 years dealing with diarrhea and multiple vet trips nothing worked until we found Animal Biome. We are beyond happy at how well the products work!

Hi Doug & Nikki, we're so happy that our products have been helpful for your pup!

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Poppy’s Mom (Loveland, US)
Happy to have a test to track progress

My Havanese pup has IBD. I’ve tested her twice and have seen some improvement by giving her Gut Restore, probiotics, and the mushroom combination from Animal Biome. My hope is to see continued improvement. She’s gained weight and seems to feel much better. The test is an easy way for me and her gastroenterologist to track her progress.

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Karen Dickie (West Kelowna, CA)
Will use biome test annually

I would not have known what my pets health status in his gut was hadn’t I used this test. Most of the vets I have worked with are anxious to use antibiotics to solve our problem and we would have worsened it for sure. I will opt for biome test on a regular basis so I know my dogs gut is working properly.

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Susan Gentile (Crawfordville, US)
Pertinent information

My dog has Inflammatory Bowel Disease and this test helps me (and his doctor) know how to treat him. I’ve probably don’t 5 or 6 of these over the years.

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Susanne Larsen (Aalborg, DK)
fantastic

I have 3 lovely dogs - two girls who have been neutered with Scop and a male dog who is intact. They live in the same environment - out of curiosity I wanted to see what their microbiome looked like - they are/were not sick. They get the best food raw and lightly cooked - sardines - game from the forest - trout pheasants etc. and lots of fibre from beetroot, among other things. Everything is human grade - however they get green tripe (I don't eat that). I will have them tested again in 2-3 months. So glad I found "Animal Biome" - we don't have a chance to have it examined here in Denmark

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PattiA. (Lewisburg, US)
When nothing else worked!...

Since adopting my dog five months ago he had consistently soft stools that no amount of vet visits, flagyl, rice, oatmeal or pumpkin could put a dent in. Probiotics helped somewhat.... it wasn't until I hit on the combo of AnimalBiome FMT and Gut Maintain Probiotic that things changed.
In two weeks he had normal poo!
My fingers are crossed and I'm cautiously optimistic that after a month of daily doses, and I start weaning him off of the FMT (but continue with the Probiotics), that everything can be maintained.

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Jenny (Chicago, US)
Gut-Brain Connection Proved!

This test was essential for finally figuring out why my dogs behavior was out of whack. After 3 years of different training leading to very minimal progress- I finally got her gut health tested. Guess what? She had very poor gut health! Did the FMT capsules and changed her diet. Amazing behavior changes in one month. Now to work through her harder triggers in public but I am confident we will succeed this time! Also on a side note- her breath doesn't smell anymore. I never thought that would be gut related! Anyone dealing with a dog with behavioral issues should test the gut health to at least rule it out!

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Darya Balyura (Long Beach, US)
LOVE IT, very helpful!!

Very helpful. Large list of different microbiom levels for variety of bacteria.

The 15 min phone consultation that was included was great as well. I did learn a lot. Even the lady just telling me that as far as for people, they should do fermented food even over probiotics, since there is no gut restore for them haha.

I do think my pup is doing much better now. Her poop isn’t runny and she seems happier and more content. I was told to also use the GMP to compliment gut restore.

Also I thought I couldn’t get the tiny capsules in my 4lb chi but in cheese it worked! Even just adding pill to something she likes eating helps as she barely noticed.

Thanks for the great products, I think it could have saved my last 2lb chi with gut issues had I known. After years of trying everything and stomach issues, he aspirated and wasn’t responding to antibiotics. Too bad I had a vet who kept recommending antibiotics which ruins good bacteria instead of this to help grow the good bacteria. Sad but glad I can help this new pup & recommend this to help others :)

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Wanda Drago (Clermont, US)
Gracie

we have been struggling with her “cranky” stomach for 2 years and better. It recently escalated to the point she was obviously in trouble. Throwing up and diarrhea every 2 weeks. No change in diet as Gracie is on an HA diet.
We got this test recommended by our Chi Hospital Vet.
What we found out may save our little girl’s health.
We are in the middle of her Gut Restore and GMP.
So far she is much better. Her skin issues (scratching and hot spots) have disappeared.
We are so happy this is finally giving her relief!!!!

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Donna A (Las Vegas, US)
Gut Health Test

Riley had to be put on antibiotics as she had diarrhea. I used this test to see what supplements she may have needed to rebalance her microbiome. AnimalBiome makes it easy with this test and their supplements to get back to a healthy gut. Thank you!

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Debbie Weston (Joplin, US)
Pancreatic issues/ digestive issues

We rescued Baxter in a 2014 tornado in our area. He did fine in the beginning and then was finicky about what he ate and have lots of problems not wanting to eat. Had him on sensitive diet, low fat diet until we started making his food. Did great for many years but began to get sick again. His only symptoms was his tummy made a grumbling noise and after 5-6 hrs he would finally eat. Then he began by getting sick every 7 days then 6 days all the way to 2 days. Vets didn’t seem to care that much to find the problem so in researching online came across Animal Biome. Called them and was sent the Gut Defender and a test kit which told us 62% ecoli and no good bacteria. Finally he has gotten better with the defender and now will starting the Gut Restorer. Customer service has been wonderful and Mindi/ tech/ vet has been great. We are still in this process and I know we will have good results. First time ever at least finding a resolution to the issue.

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Zorro Tzu (San Diego, US)
An Invaluable Tool

Zorro had hemorrhagic gastroenteritis (HGE/AHDS) two years ago and nearly died — to save him from the Clostridium perfringens that was attacking his gut, he had to be put on antibiotics as a last-ditch effort. The antibiotic saved his life but destroyed his gut microbiome.

Fortunately, this test has enabled us to inexpensively monitor his progress — it provides a complete snapshot of his gut health, not just the pathogens like in the pricey IDEXX test.

We have used this test four times, each time showing his gut getting better!

On the fifth time, the post office mishandled the test and wouldn’t deliver it — I called and spoke with the incredibly kind Andrew who saw our history and gladly sent out a replacement.

I absolutely recommend this test and AnimalBiome — they truly care about their customers, furry and human. Thank you so much!

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Eileen O’Reilly (Eugene, US)
This product gave me the real reason my dog had chronic diarrhea

My dog Piper had been sick for about a year. She had a terrible diarrhea problem that was determined by her specialist, to be irritable bowel syndrome. We were treating her for that, but nothing was working. Multiple blood panels, 4 fecal transplants and prescription food, but that didn't help. She had lost a lot of weight and I thought we might lose her. A friend suggested we try AnimalBiome and I ordered the Gut Health Test and a couple of gut treatments they recommended. The biome test came back showing she did not have IBS, she had a food allergy. We began cooking her food ourselves and within 2 days, she went from liquid stool, to firm and normal. We added in the Gut Health S boulardii + FOS for Cats and Dogs Probiotic Prebiotic.
We are happy to say that she is still solid after 2 months of this protocol. We are very grateful to AnimalBiome for their products, and the support they provided to us. If your animal has chronic diarrhea I would highly recommend you investigate further and get the biome test.

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B Watson (Schaumburg, US)
Stop guessing and get facts

My vet recommended a biome test to begin to figure out what wasn’t in balance with my 3 year old dog. We had red, itchy spots for months and kept treating the symptoms instead of the cause. When the test results came back, there were clear answers to what needed to be done. The consultation was insightful and we made a plan. The test and products are expensive, but worth it, as our issues are being treated and we can come out of this with a healthy pet. Definitely recommend.

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Ashley Visek (Marion, US)
Try it!

As someone who has been working in the veterinary field for 18 years, I was skeptical. Having a dog that has been diagnosed with IBD and running out of options of what we could do to help him feel better. This test is well worth the money spent. His results weren’t good news so we knew we had to fix it. With the recommendations of Animal Biome, he has never felt better! He’s finally acting like a young dog should.

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Louis’s Mom (Big Bear Lake, US)
Changed my dog’s life!

This test literally changed my dog’s life. We spent thousands of $$$ on vet visits, hospital stays, and recommended “tests” and “treatments” only to continue seeing him suffer in silence with bloody poop and severe stomach pain every couple of weeks. The “fecal tests” that were performed on him came back “normal” our vet said. Well, I took matters into my own hands and bought this Animal Biome test. We found out that Louis has a Clostridium Perfringens overgrowth and needed saccharomyces boulardii which we immediately bought from Animal Biome as well. It’s only been a few weeks and he feels so much better already. He hasn’t had an episode of mucusy or bloody poop, he eats all his food now and doesn’t turn his nose, and he generally feels better. I wish we would have done this test sooner! Highly highly recommend this test if you want to find out what is going on with your dog’s microbiome.

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John Malkasian (Asheville, US)
Gut yest

It was difficult getting the pea shaped poop into the tube. The tube opening is small. Otherwise everything was ok

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Debby (Houston, US)
Underwhelmed

I was underwhelmed with the info from the report. Said there is nothing wrong with my dog's gut but she continues to have constant diarrhea and bloating. I did not buy the products due to report being negative. Waste of time.

Hi Debby, thanks for taking the time to provide this feedback, and I'm sorry to hear that you didn't find the results to be more useful. The gut microbiome is extremely complex, and some imbalances are more nuanced than others. We have a team of Microbiome Health Advisors who specialize in interpreting test results and helping to develop a plan for next steps, and this is included with your test. If you'd like to connect with an advisor, simply reply to this email and we can certainly make that happen. -- Alex Martin, Chief of Staff

Frequently Asked Questions

What if my sample includes dirt or other contaminants?

It is okay if you are not able to collect a sample that is completely free of dirt or other environmental particles, but cleaner samples can be processed more quickly. Just try your best!

What harmful bacteria (pathogens) does the Gut Health Test detect?

The Gut Microbiome Test for Dogs results will measure the relative abundance of each of these types of harmful bacteria found in your dog’s sample:

  • Clostridium perfringens
  • Escherichia coli
  • Campylobacter upsaliensis
  • Clostridioides difficile
  • Salmonella enterica
  • Staphylococcus aureus
  • Listeria monocytogenes
  • Staphylococcus intermedius
  • Campylobacter jejuni
  • Clostridium piliforme

What beneficial bacteria does the Gut Microbiome Test screen for and what makes them ‘beneficial’?

The Gut Microbiome Test for Dogs can detect:

  • Clostridium hiranonis (Peptacetobacter hiranonis)
  • Turicibacter sanguinis
  • Faecalibacterium spp.
  • Blautia spp. 
  • Fusobacterium spp. 
  • Subdoligranulum spp. 
  • Megasphaera spp. 
  • Bifidobacterium spp. 
  • Bacteroides spp. 

Research has identified these types of bacteria as beneficial for both gut health and host health in dogs. All gut bacteria fulfill different roles; beneficial ones can help with reducing inflammation, producing important molecules, improving immune system function, aiding in digestion and metabolism, and other important aspects of host health.  

Will this test show me if my dog has a parasitic infection?

The Gut Microbiome Test looks specifically at the bacterial microbiome, which does not include parasites like Giardia, hookworms, or roundworms.

Will this test identify my dog's food allergies or intolerances?

The Gut Microbiome Test looks at the bacteria present in the microbiome, which will not provide information on food allergies or intolerances.

What is fecal microbiome testing, and what are the benefits?

Fecal microbiome testing is the process of sequencing bacterial DNA material from a small fecal sample. We can detect and identify the bacteria from your dog’s stool sample and then provide you with a comprehensive report.

Testing a dog’s microbiome provides insights into their health. Then imbalances in specific gut bacteria can be addressed to help alleviate such symptoms as diarrhea, vomiting, constipation, and itchy skin that may be associated with some chronic health conditions.

Will my sample be safe in the mail?

Yes, your sample is safe. The sample tubes contain a special liquid that keeps the bacteria perfectly preserved for analysis, across a very wide range of temperatures. Once inside the tube, the sample is safe for several months.

How long does it take to get my dog’s test results?

Results usually become available about 2 weeks after the sample is received at our lab.

Why is my dog's location required?

Tests for dogs within the US and dogs outside the US are almost identical, with the following exceptions:

  • Tests for dogs within the US contain a prepaid return label for shipment back to Animal Biome. (Prepaid return labels are not valid for international shipments.)
  • Tests for dogs outside the US contain customs documents and instructions for completing them. (These documents are not required for shipments being sent within the US.)

Other than the customs and shipping documents, dog microbiome tests are identical. If you are utilizing a Mail Forwarding Service and will be shipping your dog's sample from outside the US, please select "Dogs Outside the US" from the drop-down.