Anyone useing Prozyme?

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:winkgrin:I am wondering if anyone is useing Prozyme?
It is suppose to be good for skin problems, loose stools or diaherra. My Sheltie does have flaky skin on tummy and often the last part of BM is pretty soft and messy...I will be talking to my vet to see what he says..I found this article:::::


Prozyme is a plant-derived enzyme supplement which replaces the natural enzymes that are lost in food processing. It helps digest protein, fat, sugar, starch, and fiber. It enhances the absorption of zinc, selenium, vitamin B6, and linoleic acid. Prozyme contains various enzymes including proteases to break down proteins into amino acids, cellulases to break down digestible fiber, amylases to break down carbohydrates into sugar, and lipases to break down fat into essential fatty acids. Because of the increase in digestibility of the food, amounts fed may need to be decreased to prevent weight gain.

Prozyme may increase the absorption of certain medications such as potassium bromide and phenobarbital.

According to the manufacturer, Prozyme increases absorption of the nutrients in the food. Prozyme works in the body once the food is ingested (after mixing the Prozyme with the food; it is not necessary to let the mixture stand before feeding). By increasing the nutrient intake from the diet, Prozyme is reported to help with immune and digestive disorders, poor coat and excessive shedding, skin problems, joint disorders, weight problems, allergies, lethargy, bloating, flatulence, and coprophagia (stool eating).

Prozyme is resistant to stomach acid. Store Prozyme in a cool, dry location away from excessive heat. Do NOT use with hot gravy or hot food.

Let me know what you's think..
 
A Probiotic?

I haven't heard of Prozyme, but it sounds as if it has properties similar to Probitoics, which have live enzymes like you'd find in yogurt for digestion and other issues. My girl who has IBD takes probiotics with every meal...I give her Dr. Goodpet's Canine Enzymes which you can find online. Shelties take about an eighth of a teaspoon per meal sprinkled on their food so it's easy to feed. It did wonders for her digestive issues, runs, etc.
 
Probitoics

Ann said:
I haven't heard of Prozyme, but it sounds as if it has properties similar to Probitoics, which have live enzymes like you'd find in yogurt for digestion and other issues. My girl who has IBD takes probiotics with every meal...I give her Dr. Goodpet's Canine Enzymes which you can find online. Shelties take about an eighth of a teaspoon per meal sprinkled on their food so it's easy to feed. It did wonders for her digestive issues, runs, etc.
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My Maggie has had problems for a long time....Will see what vet says. Years ago one vet thought she had pancreatitis...I will ck on both products with the vet..would be nice to resolve the problem for her. :yes: years ago I had a Collie that had problems all her life and had her on perscription dog food...My other Sheltie Tiffany is fine...
Thanks for your information.
Mae from Wisconsin:winkgrin:
 
I haven't used Prozyme. I've given probiotics or yogurt when the girls have had gastrointestinal upsets, though.
 
Prozyme, never heard of it. for stomach upsets or loose stools I use yogurt and Pumpkin.
The dry skin, after vet check, you might want to try a Holistic food. Wellness. It has everything they need nutritionally for health, skin and coat. Ask your vet about it. Web site is :www.wellnesspetfood.com
 
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