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DoggyBiome™ Gut Health Test

Find out what’s really going on inside your dog’s digestive system. This at-home test uses state-of-the-art DNA sequencing technology to detect bacterial imbalances, specific harmful and beneficial bacteria, and provides customized recommendations to make informed choices for your dog’s health.
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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 DoggyBiome Gut Health Test can accurately detect over 5000 types of bacteria from your dog’s stool.


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.
  • Get a complimentary 15-minute consult with one of our friendly microbiome test experts.

When to use the DoggyBiome 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 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 invisible organisms living in your dog’s gut.

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


Have more questions? Contact Us.


  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.


  2. Register

    Create an account at app.animalbiome.com, complete your dog’s profile, and enter the six-character ID code listed on the front of your instruction guide.


  3. Send

    The kit includes a pre-addressed mailer with prepaid postage in the US for use when sending back your sample.


  4. Analysis

    Using the latest scientific innovations and techniques, AnimalBiome’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

    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 dog’s report via our online Pet Portal.



The at-home Gut Health Test kit contains everything you need, including step-by-step instructions, to take a sample of your dog’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

Customer Reviews

Based on 91 reviews
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Kavi
Truly a lifesaver!

My 12 yr old labradoodle, Roxy was having GI issues for about 2yrs that no doctor could effectively figure out. Unfortunately, her condition culminated in an ER visit early last year, and she almost didn't make it. The doctors diagnosed Roxy with pancreatitis and put her on a low fat diet (even though we weren't feeding her a high fat diet to begin with). From then on, Roxy steadily began losing weight and her GI issues (vomiting, diarrhea) continued. I saw 7 different doctors in the course of 1yr and besides some herbal supplements (none of which worked), the only other treatment they had was giving her metronidazole! Roxy soon went from 35lbs to 24lbs - she was all skin and bones and losing muscle fast. I fortunately found Animal Biome in my desperate research to save Roxy and did her gut health test. Her E-coli was off the charts and her gut was depleted of all good bacteria (thanks Metronidazole!). I began giving Roxy 2 GRS pills and daily dose of S-Boulardii and Gut Cleanse to help her rebalance her microbiomes. This stuff REALLY WORKS! After 3 months of taking the supplements, Roxy has now put back all the weight she lost, and she's eating well and her stools are normal. She hasn't had a GI episode in a couple of months now! (which is miraculous for her). In the midst of all this stress, I always felt supported by Animal Biome's vet techs. Beth Marty in particular always was so positive and helpful in advising how to best help Roxy. I thank Animal Biome and their staff from the bottom of my heart!!

C
Cynde Leshin
Very very beneficial for my dog

My Border Collie has had chronic itching since he was a puppy. I have worked very hard to reduce the times he has to get Cytopoint and am now down to twice a year. Was interested in learning how the biome might help this and after working for about 6 months with the excellent team at Animal Biome this time his bad bacteria which cause inflammation were gone and so was his itching during a high allergy season for Juniper trees. The staff are wonderful and work with and clearly experts in the animal biome. My last consultation they gave me a maintenance to help support the progress we have made.

A
Amanda Ingram
Excellent tool

The animal biome microbiome tests are such a great tool to have for a pet parent. I love the science used behind their testing as well as the recommendations they give. I followed her recommendations from her first test and some specific bacteria increased, yay! This time I was given different suggestions, including adding a fiber source- so I ordered the green juju. I’m eager to start my pup on it because of how well the s.boulardii product has helped so far with her diet modifications. This test to me was more helpful than a vet visit. I will continue to test my pup every few months until we get on a good microbiome level and then go to once every 6 months. Highly, highly recommend!

M
Morgan Creen
Life Changing

Finding out my dogs gut microbiome was why he was losing his hair, getting the results pertaining to his gut biome and acting accordingly has changed my dog (and my) life.

M
Margie Madden
I love Animal Biome

Hi, I can’t even begin to tell you how grateful I am for Animal Biome. A couple of years ago, I got a puppy who had severe diarrhea. We tried everything and tested him constantly, my vet told me about Animal Biome, my puppies gut was in such bad shape, it took 3 rounds of gut restore to help him. After the gut restore he started growing normally and is a healthy happy boy! My dogs recently had Giardia and required metronidazole, which is extremely hard on their gut. I sent in samples and one of my dogs, my elderly doby, had some issues and is now on gut restore and already looking and feeling better. I appreciated the consultation I received after we received the test reports. She explained everything in detail, including how to administer the gut restore for my elderly pup. The customer service is the best! Any questions I had were answered quickly via email and I even received a phone call to clarify some issues I had. Like I said, I can’t say enough great things about Animal Biome. I tell everyone about them. They are life savers!! I’m forever grateful!

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 DoggyBiome Gut Health Test can accurately detect over 5000 types of bacteria from your dog’s stool.


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.
  • Get a complimentary 15-minute consult with one of our friendly microbiome test experts.

When to use the DoggyBiome 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 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 invisible organisms living in your dog’s gut.

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


Have more questions? Contact Us.


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 DoggyBiome Gut Health Test report 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 Health Test screen for and what makes them ‘beneficial’?

The DoggyBiome 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 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 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 dog 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 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? 

Reports are typically sent within two weeks from when the samples arrive at our laboratory.

Still have questions? Please visit our help center or contact us. We are happy to work with you and/or your veterinarian.

Customer Reviews

Based on 91 reviews
91%
(83)
5%
(5)
2%
(2)
1%
(1)
0%
(0)
K
Kavi
Truly a lifesaver!

My 12 yr old labradoodle, Roxy was having GI issues for about 2yrs that no doctor could effectively figure out. Unfortunately, her condition culminated in an ER visit early last year, and she almost didn't make it. The doctors diagnosed Roxy with pancreatitis and put her on a low fat diet (even though we weren't feeding her a high fat diet to begin with). From then on, Roxy steadily began losing weight and her GI issues (vomiting, diarrhea) continued. I saw 7 different doctors in the course of 1yr and besides some herbal supplements (none of which worked), the only other treatment they had was giving her metronidazole! Roxy soon went from 35lbs to 24lbs - she was all skin and bones and losing muscle fast. I fortunately found Animal Biome in my desperate research to save Roxy and did her gut health test. Her E-coli was off the charts and her gut was depleted of all good bacteria (thanks Metronidazole!). I began giving Roxy 2 GRS pills and daily dose of S-Boulardii and Gut Cleanse to help her rebalance her microbiomes. This stuff REALLY WORKS! After 3 months of taking the supplements, Roxy has now put back all the weight she lost, and she's eating well and her stools are normal. She hasn't had a GI episode in a couple of months now! (which is miraculous for her). In the midst of all this stress, I always felt supported by Animal Biome's vet techs. Beth Marty in particular always was so positive and helpful in advising how to best help Roxy. I thank Animal Biome and their staff from the bottom of my heart!!

C
Cynde Leshin
Very very beneficial for my dog

My Border Collie has had chronic itching since he was a puppy. I have worked very hard to reduce the times he has to get Cytopoint and am now down to twice a year. Was interested in learning how the biome might help this and after working for about 6 months with the excellent team at Animal Biome this time his bad bacteria which cause inflammation were gone and so was his itching during a high allergy season for Juniper trees. The staff are wonderful and work with and clearly experts in the animal biome. My last consultation they gave me a maintenance to help support the progress we have made.

A
Amanda Ingram
Excellent tool

The animal biome microbiome tests are such a great tool to have for a pet parent. I love the science used behind their testing as well as the recommendations they give. I followed her recommendations from her first test and some specific bacteria increased, yay! This time I was given different suggestions, including adding a fiber source- so I ordered the green juju. I’m eager to start my pup on it because of how well the s.boulardii product has helped so far with her diet modifications. This test to me was more helpful than a vet visit. I will continue to test my pup every few months until we get on a good microbiome level and then go to once every 6 months. Highly, highly recommend!

M
Morgan Creen
Life Changing

Finding out my dogs gut microbiome was why he was losing his hair, getting the results pertaining to his gut biome and acting accordingly has changed my dog (and my) life.

M
Margie Madden
I love Animal Biome

Hi, I can’t even begin to tell you how grateful I am for Animal Biome. A couple of years ago, I got a puppy who had severe diarrhea. We tried everything and tested him constantly, my vet told me about Animal Biome, my puppies gut was in such bad shape, it took 3 rounds of gut restore to help him. After the gut restore he started growing normally and is a healthy happy boy! My dogs recently had Giardia and required metronidazole, which is extremely hard on their gut. I sent in samples and one of my dogs, my elderly doby, had some issues and is now on gut restore and already looking and feeling better. I appreciated the consultation I received after we received the test reports. She explained everything in detail, including how to administer the gut restore for my elderly pup. The customer service is the best! Any questions I had were answered quickly via email and I even received a phone call to clarify some issues I had. Like I said, I can’t say enough great things about Animal Biome. I tell everyone about them. They are life savers!! I’m forever grateful!