Gut Microbiome Test for Cats

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

The KittyBiome Gut Health Test can detect: Clostridium hiranonis (Peptacetobacter hiranonis) Turicibacter sanguinis Faecalibacterium spp. Blautia spp. Fusobacterium spp. Subdoligranulum spp. Megasphaera spp . Bifidobacterium spp. Bacteroides spp. Scientific research has identified these types of bacteria as beneficial for both gut health and host health in cats. 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.

Get Actionable Insights About Your Cat's Gut Health

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

Detect bacterial imbalances early and learn how to correct them

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

Compare your cat’s gut microbiome to that of healthy cats

Includes a free consult to discuss your results with one of our microbiome experts

Cats Within the US

Cats Outside the US

1 Test Kit Test one cat. $99.00

30% Off Second Test 2 Test Kits Compare before-and-after results following a diet or supplement change. $198.00 $168.30

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Product Overview

Get to know your cat’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 KittyBiome Gut Health Test can accurately detect over 5000 types of bacteria from your cat’s stool.

Please note:

All microbiome tests must be used within 1 year of purchase.

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Key Features Of Your Cat’s Interactive Report:

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

Identify bacterial overgrowths and imbalances.

See how your cat’s gut bacteria compare to common bacteria found in healthy cats.

Identify specific harmful bacteria (pathogens) associated with cat 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 cat’s gut health.
Get a complimentary 15-minute consult with one of our friendly microbiome test experts

When to use the KittyBiome Gut Health Test:

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 cat’s gut microbiome profile.
Track your cat’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 cat’s gut.

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

Test Kit Contents

The at-home Gut Microbiome Test kit contains everything you need, including step-by-step instructions, to take a sample of your cat’s stool and mail it back to AnimalBiome’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 of the date of purchase.

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

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

Storage Instructions: Store in a cool, dry place.

Holy Poop! This Really Works!”

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An Incredible Improvement in Our 16-Year-Old Cat!

I cannot say enough wonderful things about AnimalBiome and the difference their testing and Gut Rebuild supplement have made in our beloved cat, Suits.

Suits is 16½ years old and has struggled with gastrointestinal issues for a long time. Despite our efforts to help her, achieving consistently healthy, well-formed stools was a challenge.

We decided to have her gut microbiome tested through AnimalBiome, and the results were incredibly informative. The testing identified significant bacterial imbalances, including the absence of an important beneficial bacterium, P. hiranonis. For the first time, we had a much clearer picture of what might be contributing to her digestive problems.

We introduced AnimalBiome’s Gut Rebuild gradually, starting with one capsule and eventually increasing to two daily. The improvement has been remarkable!

Suits now consistently produces beautifully formed, healthy stools, something we previously struggled to achieve. Even more impressive, she has maintained this improvement while undergoing antibiotic treatment for an unrelated infection and while gradually reducing her gastrointestinal steroid medication under veterinary supervision.

The difference has been extraordinary. At 16½, Suits is happy, playful, affectionate, active, and enjoying life. Seeing her digestive health become so consistently stable has been an enormous relief.

I also appreciate the guidance and support we’ve received from the AnimalBiome team throughout this process.

For anyone caring for a cat with chronic digestive problems, I highly recommend considering AnimalBiome’s microbiome testing. It gave us valuable information and helped us take a more targeted approach to supporting Suits’ gut health.

I only wish we had discovered AnimalBiome sooner. Thank you for helping our precious girl! ❤️🐾

Very detailed

This is a very detailed test for a cat that is having bowel issues. My cat tested positive for clostridium at the vet, was treated and still having problems. Did this test to get recommendations on their products. She was still positive for clostridium and this test was half the price of vet office test. I can’t recommend this enough.

Results finally!!!!

Months of in and out of the vets, no answers. Spent $$$$. All kind of test, ultrasounds, Tried special foods, probiotics nothing was helping with the diarrhea. Vets said just character of exotic cat. Just keep an eye on her. Then I heard of the Gut Microbiome test, I needed to find an answers. Test gave me the answer which vets could not. Ordered recommended Gut Restore and in one week I saw results. She wasn’t crying to eat all the time, diarrhea lessened and now she and I are happy. Getting ready to order prebiotic n probiotics combo to maintain. Happy family again💕

Very Helpful Test and Consultation

My cat has FIV, heart murmur, kidney disease, and IBD. He was losing weight, had itchy skin, dirty ears, weepy eye, loose stool, and vomiting. He was on a hydrolyzed diet for years prior to this, thinking it was a food allergy, and this helped somewhat, but when he seemed more uncomfortable I knew I needed to keep searching for the problem. One expensive vet test (sent to A&M) showed a possible gut imbalance but did not have details on what was actually going on, and the only suggestion was use fortiflora which I had already been using (to try to improve appetite). My vet had not used fecal pills before so was fine with me trying them, but did not have any experience to share about them.
I submitted two samples to Animal Biome for testing, before and after using the Animal Biome products. The first showed my cat had an overabundance of bad bacteria (e coli) and very little diversity of good bacteria (2 types took up 80%). The consultation was very helpful in deciding what to try. After 30 pills of Gut Maintain (to try to get rid of the bad bacteria), and 90 pills of Gut Restore (as well as a diet change to single protein food, and budesonide recommended by my new vet) I retested. His results showed no bad bacteria, and an improvement in diversity of good bacteria. His gut is still considered imbalanced, and they recommend more sporadic use of Gut Restore to keep him on the right track, as well as their Mushroom Blend which I have not tried yet.
Because I changed several things at once (fecal pills, diet, and steroid use) it is hard to credit Animal Biome products alone, but regardless the test shows changes.
According to their own study, some cats will respond to Gut Restore and some won't, so for me, these test results help me decide if these products had any effect. I would recommend the test if you can afford it.

good test

2 vets would not test her stool, ONE WAS A SPECIALIST ! she has jaundice. i knew there was something wrong with her digestion. they still would not test.
the test came back, she had high e-coli, Which can cause jaundice and practically no good bacteria least i knew what was causing her jaundice... I WOULD SAY THIS IS A VERY GOOD TEST.

Frequently Asked Questions

What if my cat’s sample contains litter?

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

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

The KittyBiome Gut Health Test report will measure the relative abundance of each of these types of harmful bacteria found in your cat’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 Health Test screen for and what makes them ‘beneficial’?

The KittyBiome Gut Health Test can detect:

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

Scientific research has identified these types of bacteria as beneficial for both gut health and host health in cats. 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 pet has a parasitic infection?

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

Will this test tell me what foods my cat is allergic to?

The Gut Health 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 all known bacteria from your cat’s stool sample and then provide you with a comprehensive report.

Testing a cat’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 cat’s test results?

Reports are typically available within two weeks from when the sample arrives at our laboratory.

Why is my cat's location required?

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

Tests for cats 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 cats 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, cat microbiome tests are identical. If you are utilizing a Mail Forwarding Service and will be shipping your cat's sample from outside the US, please select "Cats Outside the US" from the drop-down.