Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Many pet owners struggle to identify and address the root causes of their pets' digestive and overall health issues. Traditional approaches often involve trial-and-error with diets and supplements, leading to prolonged discomfort for the pet and frustration for the owner.
Solution
Petbiomas offers a data-driven approach to pet wellness by providing advanced microbiome testing and personalized probiotic and prebiotic supplements. Our service analyzes a pet's fecal sample using DNA sequencing to identify specific bacterial compositions in the gut. Based on these findings, we formulate tailored supplements designed to rebalance the pet's gut flora, thereby improving digestion, immune function, and general well-being. This targeted intervention moves beyond symptomatic treatment to address underlying microbial imbalances.
Target Audience
Our primary customers are pet owners seeking to proactively manage their pets' health, particularly those experiencing chronic digestive issues, allergies, or general malaise, and veterinarians looking for precise diagnostic tools to inform treatment plans.
Features
- Fecal sample analysis utilizing high-throughput DNA sequencing (e.g., PacBio SMRT sequencing) for comprehensive microbiome profiling.
- Identification of bacterial species and their relative abundance to detect dysbiosis and imbalances.
- Comparative analysis against a reference database of healthy pet microbiomes.
- Personalized formulation of probiotic and prebiotic supplements based on individual microbiome data.
- Inclusion of _Saccharomyces boulardii_ and Fructo-oligosaccharides (FOS) in probiotic/prebiotic supplements for gut health support.
- Detailed, illustrated reports outlining microbiome composition, potential health correlations, and actionable dietary/supplementary recommendations.
- Support for both canine and feline species with species-specific analysis and recommendations.