The effect of dietary fiber
on fecal weight and composition.
Not exact matches
The article, «Effects of
weight loss while feeding a moderate - protein, high - fiber diet
on body composition, voluntary physical activity, and
fecal microbiota of overweight cats,» is published in the American Journal of Veterinary Research.
There are data that show the benefits of certain Dietary and Functional Fibers
on gastro - intestinal health, including the effect of fiber
on duodenal ulcers, consti - pation, laxation,
fecal weight, energy source for the colon, and prevention of diverticular disease.
In a meta - analysis of approximately 100 studies
on stool
weight changes with various fiber sources, investigators were able to calcu - late the increase in
fecal weight due to fiber ingestion (Cummings, 1993).
Senior Profile Screen $ 105 Roundworm Deworm $ 25 Tapeworm Dewormer (Dosage based
on weight) From $ 30
Fecal Test (Intestinal parasite screening) $ 30 Heartworm / Lyme Combo Test $ 20
Parasite Control: A
fecal parasite check should be done
on all new ferrets, and any ferret with gastro - intestinal disease or unexplained
weight loss.
If your rabbit experiences
weight gain, constipation, diarrhea, loss of appetite, or any irregularities in their
fecal pellets, stop giving them fruit and focus
on hay.
Answer: Many things can cause
weight loss (almost any / every disease process) but with the diarrhea I would start by doing a
fecal exam
on him at your veterinarian.