About this Research Topic
With the advancement of research, people are becoming increasingly aware of the importance of gut microbiota in host health, not only in humans but also in companion animals such as cats and dogs. A companion animal is typically an animal that has been domesticated and established a close relationship with humans. They provide humans with emotional satisfaction and bring many health benefits, such as reducing stress and preventing heart disease.
The gut microbiota plays a crucial role in the health of companion animals. They assist in food digestion and maintain normal physiological functions, affecting the nutritional intake and metabolism of the animals. Additionally, the gut microbiota regulates the immune system of companion animals and protects them from disease. A deeper understanding of the characteristics and functions of these microorganisms will help us better understand their impact on host health and provide new possibilities for improving the health of companion animals through gut microbiota modulation in the future. In addition, companion animals can affect the composition of the gut microbiota of pet owners, which is associated with the risk of diseases such as obesity, dyslipidemia, and hypertension.
The goal of this Research Topic is to share information related to the gut microbiota in companion animals. Sub topics for this Research Topic include, but are not limited to:
- The influence of gut microbiota on the health or behavior of companion animals
- The effects of nutrients or feed additives on gut microbiota in companion animals
- The relation of gut microbiota and disease in companion animals
The gut microbiota plays a crucial role in the health of companion animals. They assist in food digestion and maintain normal physiological functions, affecting the nutritional intake and metabolism of the animals. Additionally, the gut microbiota regulates the immune system of companion animals and protects them from disease. A deeper understanding of the characteristics and functions of these microorganisms will help us better understand their impact on host health and provide new possibilities for improving the health of companion animals through gut microbiota modulation in the future. In addition, companion animals can affect the composition of the gut microbiota of pet owners, which is associated with the risk of diseases such as obesity, dyslipidemia, and hypertension.
The goal of this Research Topic is to share information related to the gut microbiota in companion animals. Sub topics for this Research Topic include, but are not limited to:
- The influence of gut microbiota on the health or behavior of companion animals
- The effects of nutrients or feed additives on gut microbiota in companion animals
- The relation of gut microbiota and disease in companion animals
Keywords: companion animal, gut microbiota, gut health, pet nutrition, canine, feline
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