What it is
A bacterial genus/species used in probiotics.
Why it's used
Marketed for digestive support. Effects depend on strain and CFU.
Evidence by claim
| Claim | Evidence grade |
|---|---|
| Improves stool quality in healthy dogs | C |
Cited studies
- Developing Gut-Healthy Strains for Pets: Probiotic Potential and Genomic Insights of Canine-Derived Lactobacillus acidophilus GLA09.Microorganisms · 2025View source
- Safety and efficacy of a feed additive consisting of Enterococcus faecium NBIMCC 8270, Lactobacillus acidophilus NBIMCC 8242, Lactobacillus helveticus NBIMCC 8269, Lactobacillus delbrueckii ssp. lactis NBIMCC 8250, L. delbrueckii ssp. bulgaricus NBIMCC 8244 and Streptococcus thermophilus NBIMCC 8253 (Probiotic Lactina®) for cats and dogs (Lactina Ltd.).EFSA journal. European Food Safety Authority · 2022View source
- Preparation and application characteristics of microencapsulated Lactobacillus acidophilus as probiotics for dogs.Pakistan journal of pharmaceutical sciences · 2015View source
Products containing Lactobacillus acidophilus
- Adored Beast — Canine Allergy Bundle
- Adored Beast — Canine Immunity Boosting Bundle
- Adored Beast — Leaky Gut Protocol
- Adored Beast — Leaky Gut Protocol
- Adored Beast — Small Dog - Leaky Gut Protocol
- Adored Beast — Small Dog - Leaky Gut Protocol
- Adored Beast — Healthy Gut – Digestive Enzyme / Pre & Probiotic
- Adored Beast — Fido's Flora – Canine Species Specific Probiotic
- Adored Beast — Love Bugs – Pre & Probiotics
- VetriScience — VetriScience Perio Support Powder
- Stella & Chewy's — Meal Mixers Chewy's Chicken
- Adored Beast — Canine Gut Soothe
- Thrive Supplements — Thrive Pro-Gut Probiotics Fusion
Educational information only. Not veterinary advice. Always talk to your vet before starting a new supplement.