2017 ACVIM Forum Research Abstract Program

In conclusion, although dogs with SRE improved clinically, the DI remained increased. In contrast, dogs with AHDS showed a rapid normalization in microbiota within 14 days, suggesting differences in dysbiosis patterns due to the underlying disease. Several human and animal studies have reported that the gut microbiota (GM) is altered in adult obese compared to non-obese subjects, but few studies have been conducted in growing ones. The aim of this study was to identify differences in GM in a homogenous population of growing dogs and to identify when these alterations occur.