The gastrointestinal tract of dogs, cats, and other mammals including humans harbors millions of beneficial microorganisms that regulate and maintain health. Fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) is a procedure involving the administration of a fecal infusion from a healthy individual (donor) to a patient with disease to help improve health. Despite the effectiveness of FMT to treat intestinal disorders in humans, in particular recurrent Clostridium difficile infection, there is a paucity of scientific data regarding the application of FMT in veterinary patients. Here, we outline key aspects of FMT in small animal practice.
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Garcia-Mazcorro, J. F., Chaitman, J., Jergens, A., Gaschen, F., Marks, S., Marroquin-Cardona, A., … Weese, S. (2016). Commentary on key aspects of fecal microbiota transplantation in small animal practice. Veterinary Medicine: Research and Reports, 71. https://doi.org/10.2147/vmrr.s105238
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