Microbiome Restorative Therapy

Microbiome restorative therapy (MBRT) involves the transplantation of microorganisms from a healthy animal to a sick one to restore optimal gastrointestinal health. Many medical conditions in both humans and animals originate as the result of an unhealthy gut.

MBRT was first documented in 4th century China. It has been used in veterinary medicine for over 100 years. In particular, MBRT has been used regularly for decades in many countries as the first line of defense, or treatment of choice, for Clostridium difficile infections.

MBRT can improve a wide range of gastrointestinal-related health issues, such as irritable bowel disease, diarrhea, GI infections such as Giardia and Clostridium perfringens, skin disorders, inflammatory conditions, and aggressive disposition in cats and dogs. When an underlying diagnosis is not found or when the patient fails to respond to other therapies it may be beneficial to use MBRT.

The procedure is very simple: after some preparation of the GI tract with good nutrition, the healthy donor microorganisms are administered. Ozone therapy has also been shown to effectively complement MBRT.

Curious as to whether Microbiome Restorative Therapy might help your pet? Call The Barn Door Veterinary Care today to book an appointment for more information.