Hi everyone, I really hope someone can help me decided?
I won't go into the whole TJ story (most of you know already) but I am still have the gurgling and mucus poop issues with him. We have been to the Vet and we decided to change food to the IVD (I had to order it online and will be in tommorrow). After some more research and hitting my head against the wall over and over, I have come to some conclusions as to why he is having digestive issues:
1. He is still chew/eating stuff here and there (in small quantities) that he shouldn't. I just found a new chew spot on the wood dresser. Lastnight, I completely cardboarded (wraped in sheets) there room, SO THERE IS NOTHING LEFT FOR THEM TO GET INTO...except...
2. POOP EATING!!!
3. Allergic to his food /treats. This is why I am changing to the IVD food and treats.
4. This is what I just thought of: He started to really have this gurgling, mucus poop all the time right after he finished 14 days of Amoxicilin (sp). And from what I am reading that you should follow antibiotics with probiotics, RIGHT??? I think maybe he has a yeast thing??? Also, he is rubbing his face on the carpet, pillows, etc... like CRAZY, and I read that along with eye, ear discharge and a few other things mean yeast...
So, I need help, what should I buy??? I read this:
There are a number of products on the market which contain probiotics. Just be sure that the product you purchase guarantees the number of cfu (colony forming units) on the label. A Billion or more cfu per serving is desirable. Some of the probiotic supplements do not contain enough cfu to be of much benefit. The more cfu per serving, the more effective the product will be. You should store your product under refrigeration to increase the shelf life. You must keep it out of contact with moisture, oxygen, direct light, and heat as these things cause the beneficial bacteria to die more quickly. Most products should be discarded after one year as few viable cfu will remain after that time. Freeze dried products kept under ideal conditions can remain viable for longer periods of time. Digestive enzymes will further increase the effectiveness of your probiotic supplement. If you can find a product which includes digestive enzymes (amylase, protease, and lipase) you will get more for your money.
I am deciding between these 2 products or if anyone has any suggestions???
http://store.yahoo.com/yhst-14660110...abybe15tu.html http://b-naturals.com/product_info.p...392787f1cfbe82
Roxy and TJ are eating boiled chicken and rice and I will continue to feed them this until TJ stomach calms down. But I also what to give him the probiotics as well and see if this helps. Then when things have settled and he is having normal poops I will stop all this and give them the IVD food and treats only!
PLEASE HELP!!!!
Thanks