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Only $135 with Results in 2-3 Weeks

Is your cat’s gut as healthy as you think? Our easy-to-use at-home cat microbiome test helps you understand and improve your cat’s gut health. It provides detailed insights into your cat’s gut bacteria, along with clear guidance on how to achieve or maintain a balanced microbiome – all for just $135!

Your results will be available for download within 2–3 weeks after the laboratory receives your cat’s stool sample.

More About the Feline Gut Microbiome Test

The Cat Gut Microbiome Test can accurately identify more than 5,000 different types of bacteria present in your cat’s stool, giving you a comprehensive overview of their gut health. 

Key Features of Your Cat’s Interactive Gut Microbiome Report

Below are the key features of the report:

  • Gain insights into your cat’s unique gut flora and overall gut health.
  • Identify bacterial imbalances and overgrowths.
  • Compare your cat’s gut bacteria to those commonly found in healthy cats.
  • Detect specific harmful bacteria (pathogens) that may affect your cat’s health, including:
    • Campylobacter jejuni
    • Campylobacter upsaliensis
    • Clostridioides difficile
    • Clostridium perfringens
    • Clostridium piliforme
    • Escherichia coli
    • Listeria monocytogenes
    • Salmonella enterica
    • Staphylococcus aureus
    • Staphylococcus intermedius
  • Screen for beneficial bacteria and learn how to introduce missing strains while supporting the growth of existing ones. This includes detection of:
    • Bacteroides spp.
    • Bifidobacterium spp.
    • Blautia spp.
    • Clostridium hiranonis (Peptacetobacter hiranonis)
    • Faecalibacterium spp.
    • Fusobacterium spp.
    • Megasphaera spp.
    • Subdoligranulum spp.
    • Turicibacter sanguinis

Receive tailored, science-based recommendations to help optimise your cat’s gut health.

When Should You Use the Cat Gut Health Test?

There are several reasons why this Gut Microbiome test may be beneficial for your cat:

  • Uncover the root causes of digestive or skin issues and learn how to address them.
  • Make informed, evidence-based decisions that support gut health and immunity.
  • Review gut pathogen levels without the need for a veterinary visit.
  • Establish a baseline profile of your cat’s gut microbiome.
  • Track your cat’s gut microbiome over time to detect potential issues before symptoms develop.
  • Explore a detailed profile of the unseen organisms living in your cat’s gut.

Click the button below to view a sample gut microbiome testing report. Please note that this is only a summary. You will receive a link to the full, interactive report, as well as a downloadable PDF that provides a concise overview to share with your veterinarian or other specialists.

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Faecal Sample Collection

For this DNA test, a stool sample is required. When you order the Gut Microbiome Test for your cat, you will receive a test kit that includes everything needed for easy collection at home:

  • Gloves
  • Sample tubes (one is a backup)
  • Swabs
  • Wooden stick
  • Return envelope
  • Faecal scoring chart
  • Test kit box

The collection process is straightforward and can be done conveniently at home. Please ensure you carefully follow the detailed instructions provided in your kit to achieve the best results.

For best results, we recommend discontinuing probiotics for 24 hours before collecting a sample.

Results, Turnaround Time & Consultation of the Cat Gut Test

Once your cat’s sample reaches the laboratory, results are typically available within 2–3 weeks. Along with your report, you will also receive a complimentary 15-minute consultation with one of our experienced microbiome test experts. This consultation can be scheduled within 60 days of receiving your report.

Discover More About your Cat with AffinityDNA

There’s a lot more that you can discover about your cat through comprehensive cat DNA testing portfolio. These tests are designed to help veterinarians, pet owners and professional breeders learn more about their pets and improve their well-being.

Below are some of the additional tests we offer:

If you want to find out more or have further questions, please contact us directly to discuss.

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