FortiFlora Probiotic for Cats
FortiFlora Probiotic for Cats
Our pharmacy is no longer selling FortiFlora. You may wish to see if your veterinarian recommends another probiotic.
What is FortiFlora for Cats?
- Keep your kitty in great health with FortiFlora probiotic nutritional supplement for cats.
- This nutritional supplement contains a guaranteed amount of beneficial microorganisms that promote intestinal microflora and support a healthy immune system.
- FortiFlora also helps manage diarrhea in cats.
- Plus, the powder contains high levels of Vitamins A, C and E – all valuable antioxidants.
Why do cats use FortiFlora?
- FortiFlora is especially beneficial when your cat is under stress, has eaten something inappropriate, is undergoing antibiotic treatment, or has soft stools.
- Just sprinkle great tasting FortiFlora powder on your cat’s food.
What else should I know about FortiFlora?
- Improves intestinal health and manages diarrhea in cats.
- Contains a guaranteed amount of live active cultures.
- Great taste cats love!
How do you use FortiFlora?
- Give FortiFlora as directed by your veterinarian.
- Manufacturer's suggested use: Give 1 packet daily.
What is in FortiFlora?
- Ingredients: Animal digest, brewers dried yeast, Enterococcus faecium, L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Vitamin E supplement, beta-Carotene, zinc proteinate, taurine, salt, manganese proteinate, ferrous sulfate, copper proteinate, calcium iodate, sodium selenite.
- Calorie content: Each 1 gram packet contains 4 kcals.
- Guaranteed analysis: Crude Protein (Min) 43%, Crude Fat (Min) 10%, Crude Fiber (Max) 1%, Moisture (Max) 5%, Microorganisms (Min) (Enterococcus faecium)* 1 X 108 CFU/g.
Will I get what I see in the picture?
- FortiFlora is a brand name. You will receive the exact brand that you request.
Is it important for my cat to finish all of the FortiFlora?
- Cats may use FortiFlora for different lengths of time. Please consult your veterinarian if you have any questions.
Review Summary
1467 total reviews
Rated 4.69 out of 5 stars
95% of respondents would recommend this to a friend
Ratings Distribution
1180 5 star reviews
203 4 star reviews
33 3 star reviews
19 2 star reviews
32 1 star reviews
Most Liked Positive Review
Excellent product. Many uses for your fur baby.
My husband and I have 5 rescues, our oldest was recently diagnosed with renal failure and our youngest has a very sensitive stomach. We mix a little into soft food on a regular basis. It smells just like chicken bouillon and I'm guessing that is what entices my oldest to eat (for her we use it to get her to eat more do she gets enough calories). It's also solved a lot of the sensitive stomach issues for our youngest. We don't use a whole packet per day, just a little sprinkle in with some soft food or on top of some very low sodium tuna (Starkist brand - about 2 tablespoons). Our vet was kind enough to let us sample it at first, now we buy it by the box.
Most Liked Negative Review
Didn't do much for my cat
My kitten of 6 month has been having diarrhea ever since I got him, my vet suggests that the food he was on was too rich and he has a very sensitive tummy. So we tried switching his food to a vet recommended special diet and added fortiflora to his food everyday. He didn't seem to improve much, his diarrhea was still runny its been 2 weeks. The first thing in the ingredients is animal digest, I understand it's probably there to promote eating, but I'm not sure if that's helping with my kitten who's suppose to be on a very strict diet. One thing that baffled me was that this only had one strain of bacteria, and there was no guaranteed analysis of how much bacteria culture is in each pouch. I'm not giving this product a negative review solely because it didn't help my cat, there might be other underlying problems, but I'm just very disappointed that a product suggested by a vet was this low of quality. Now I won't know if probiotics is not helping because my cat has some other health problem or if it's because there's not enough bacteria culture in fortiflora (since I have no idea how much there is) and not enough variety.
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Tear stains are gone!
From Roanoke, TXComments about FortiFlora Probiotic for CatsI ordered Fortiflora (canine) for my 3 year old male English Bulldog with ulcerative colitis. He has been on Fortiflora since he was diagnosed over a year ago. While I was away from home, our pet sitter gave Fortiflora daily to our 2 year old white female English Bulldog also. We had tried several products for tear staining with no real good outcomes. Medicated wipes seemed to help a little but nothing had cleared up her rust stained wrinkles or stopped her excessive tearing. Six consecutive days of Fortiflora were enough to see big improvement when we returned home and now, two weeks later, she has just a faint pink tint to her wrinkles and no tearing. -
I will always use this product for my dogs.
From Lester, Pa.Comments about FortiFlora Probiotic for CatsAge can bring on intestinal changes. Fortiflora seems to be working well for my 12 yr. old mix dog . We can all use probiotics. Additional fiber also helps. -
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Exactly the same as provided by the vet, only cheaper
From Kirkwood, MOComments about FortiFlora Probiotic for CatsForti-Flora for dogs is the same stuff I used to purchase from the vet, same brand, same packaging, same everything, except price. I buy a 6-month supply at a time and it is about 2/3 the price the vet sells it for. I'm not cheap, but this stuff costs about the same as my dog's food, which means the price of feeding her is almost double. Any price break is appreciated. -
Works Great!
From Bettendorf, IowaComments about FortiFlora Probiotic for CatsI use one packet everyday mixed w a small amount of canned. And then on top of dry. Dog has gastritis and this probiotic works well. No trouble with her eating it! Cheaper to use this daily then to go to vet when the gastritis flares up.-
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Best probiotic!
From Bettendorf, IAComments about FortiFlora Probiotic for CatsMy dog has chronic gastritis. I'm always fearing she may bloat. With the daily probiotic everything is under control. No instances of gastritis since starting FortiFlora!-
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Wonderful Product
From Milwaukee, WI USAComments about FortiFlora Probiotic for CatsThis product was recommended to me by my Vet. My cats love the taste and it is great for them too, especially when their stool is a bit soft. I would highly recommend this product! -
Front Line Defense
From Tampa, FL, USAComments about FortiFlora Probiotic for CatsHave a 12yr old Jack Russell. Great health/zero issues until last year. Multi-pancreatitis episodes without known cause. Finally concluded with multiple consults combo or IBS and older liver coupled with high bile production. On meds for most BUT, a probiotic like FortiFlora is considered a base line must have for any such conditions. Glad we're on it and happy our little guy is still running and jumping! -
My vet prescribed FortiFlora for my elderly yorkie and it...
From Salinas, CAComments about FortiFlora Probiotic for CatsMy vet prescribed FortiFlora for my elderly yorkie and it worked great! Vet Rx has the best price for a product I love. -
works great for our 15yr. old cat,no more bowl problems.
From NJ, USAComments about FortiFlora Probiotic for Catsworks great for our 15yr. old cat,no more bowl problems. -
Godsend!
From Houston, TX, USAComments about FortiFlora Probiotic for CatsI purchase this monthly for my eight year old cat who suffers from loose stools from time to time...has made all the difference in his health! I mix a packet into a serving of canned chicken cat food. My other kitty also likes the taste, and the vet has assured me it is fine for him as well...it's also much more affordable from VetRx Direct!!
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is there a difference in efficacy between the tablets and the powder???
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According to the manufacturer, FortiFlora powder and chewable tablets contain the same strain of probiotic bacteria in each formula.
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Hello, I have been reading up on giving cats with suppressed immune systems probiotics and most say you should not. It also says the same with humans. My vet told me to give it, but I think her immune system is compromised due to long term use of prednisolone (due to intestinal cancer) since she now has what seems to be a cold. I think I am probably making matters worse. What is your opinion? Now I have no idea what to give her for diarrhea. Thank you.?
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VetRxDirect does not offer opinions or recommendations for over-the-counter products. Specific information about a drug or supplement can be addressed, but the recommendation to use or not use a product needs to be directed to your veterinarian, as they have the most in-depth knowledge on the health history of your pet.
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We purchased the Purina pro plan calming packets how do u administer them??
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The manufacturer recommends administering one packet daily under the supervision or direction of your veterinarian.
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Is this product safe to use on breeding females during pregnancy and after whelping??
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Calming Care is a probiotic that contains active bacteria cultures, but no active medications. The manufacturer states that although there are no developmental studies in pregnant or nursing females, they state it is safe in dogs while pregnant or nursing. Please discuss with your veterinarian regarding use of Calming Care in your dog.
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My kitten got into the box... Can they overdose??
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FortiFlora is a probiotic and contains no active medications, so your cat will not overdose. According to the manufacturer, the primary concern would be your cat ingesting the packaging materials (e.g. box, tape). If packaging materials were ingested, the manufacturer recommends to continue feeding your pet normally and observe them to ensure no intestinal blockage of the packaging materials. Speak to your veterinarian with further concerns.
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How many millions of the bifidobacterium is in each treatment? Also, is this weight based? I have a small dog who weighs about 10 pounds.?
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Each packet of Calming Care Probiotic contains 1 billion CFU of bifidobacterium longum. Per manufacturer, this product is not weight based. Under veterinary supervision, one packet is recommended for all dogs regardless of weight.
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How many times a day can the FortiFlora be given a 70 lb. dog for diarhea??
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One packet of FortiFlora is sprinkled on your dog's food once a day. If your dog is having diarrhea while getting one packet a day, please contact your dog's veterinarian.
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My cat gets a daily dose of Rena Kare Gel. Is this compatible? Also, I premix his food & medication for pet sitters when we're going to be away. Is there any problem doing this??
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According to the manufacturer of Rena Kare, you should consult your veterinarian before giving your pet any supplementation products, such as the FortiFlora. In regard to pre-mixing the FortiFlora, it is okay to mix with food or water, but once the packet is opened, the contents must be used within one day.
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Can FortiFlora be given with Tylan powder??
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FortiFlora can be given to balance a dog's digestive system, reducing stomach upset and diarrhea. FortiFlora may help dogs while they are taking antibiotics like Tylan powder, as antibiotics could potentially cause loose stools or diarrhea. There are no known drug interactions between these two products, so they may be given together. Thank you, VetRxDirect
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How often do you feed a dog this? Can you give this,say once a week,for preventative reasons..Or,do you just give it when they have diarrhea?..My Yorkie has a very sensitive stomach and the vet has to give us this once about every 6 months.?
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Clinical studies for the treatment or prevention of diarrhea with probiotics in veterinary medicine are lacking in general. Most data on prevention and treatment is taken from human clinical studies. Probiotic studies, of varying quality, that have been conducted in cats and dogs show promise in shortening the duration of diarrhea. If the diarrhea appears to be stress related (relates to training, home environment change, etc.), preventative therapy a few weeks ahead of the stress inducing event may be beneficial for your pet. Long-term administration of probiotics for chronic diseases causing diarrhea may also be necessary. For this reason, it is important to consult with your pet’s veterinarian before determining the best treatment option and duration. Thank you, VetRxDirect
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