In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, Dr. Sara Martini explains how microbiota imbalances affect gut health and nutrient metabolism in companion animals. She shares insight on fecal biomarkers, the dysbiosis index, and how bile acids are regulated by specific bacteria. Learn how prebiotics and dietary fiber influence microbial resilience and long-term pet wellness. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Microbiota profiles differ significantly between healthy pets, meaning gut health must be defined by functionality, not uniformity."

Meet the guest: Dr. Sara Martini received her Ph.D. in Animal Sciences with a focus on Companion Animal Nutrition from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where she also earned her B.S. and M.S. Her research targets microbiome recovery after antibiotics and the interaction between fiber and pet metabolism. With seven publications and recent accolades in the field, Dr. Martini brings vital insights to understanding gut health in pets.

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What will you learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:44) Introduction
• (02:26) Defining gut health
• (04:49) Using fecal panels
• (08:42) Dysbiosis in pets
• (15:08) Role of bile acids
• (21:51) Nutrition’s impact
• (33:11) Final Questions

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