immediately after ingestion and likely even on the food being prepared, if the enzymes are added several minutes before they are eaten. Enzymes from microbial and plant origins have a broader spectrum of activity because they are stable and active through a wide pH range of 3.0 to 8.0. Enzymes may be helpful for
pets with infl ammatory conditions, including arthritis, dermatitis, allergies, asthma and cancer. In such cases, they should not be administered with food, because otherwise they will be “used up” before the pet digests the food. It’s also possible to use enzyme
supplementation to reduce excessive shedding because enzyme supplementa- tion is widely recognized to increase the absorption of nutrients, some possibly involved in controlling hair growth. Some of these nutrients may be used in thyroid hormone synthesis, which can positively affect hair growth and reduce shedding. A novel use for enzymes is to help
pets practicing coprophagia, or the eating of their own or another animal’s feces. Adding the proper enzymes to the diet is believed to curb this problem, which could result from a nutrient defi - ciency caused by incomplete digestion and absorption. For pets with behavioral coprophagia, enzyme supplementation
is unlikely to help the problem but will still benefi t the pet’s overall health. The recommended dose by breed
and weight is based upon experience, the label of a specifi c product and directions provided by the family veter- inarian. Using enzymes according to a professional’s advice is safe, with rare to nonexistent side effects. Talk to the pet’s doctor about the best enzyme products to address individual needs and keep them healthy.
Shawn Messonnier, a doctor of veterinary medicine practicing in Plano, TX, is the
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author of The Natural Health Bible for Dogs & Cats and Unexpected Miracles: Hope and Holistic Healing for Pets. For more informa- tion, visit
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