Scientific Title: Impact of Elective Orthopedic Surgery on the Fecal Microbiome of Dogs
Study Investigator: Dr. Shauna Blois
Purpose of the Clinical Study
The gut microbiome is a collection of bacteria and other microorganisms living within the gastrointestinal tract, including many beneficial bacteria. When dogs have surgery, this may change the microbiome population and these changes could have an impact on a dog’s overall health.
Is Your Pet Eligible?
Dogs undergoing elective orthopedic surgery at OVC, with no newly diagnosed conditions within 1 month of surgery.
Visits / Samples Required
At each of your dog’s visits, fecal samples will be collected or can be brought to the clinic. This includes the day of surgery or surgery consultation and at each recheck appointment (10-14 days and 4-6 weeks after surgery).
Financial support for this research is provided by OVC Pet Trust.
