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What probiotics are safe for my 3-month-old kitten with diarrhea?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Hi is it safe to give a kitten (3 months) these probiotics : lactobacillus delbruekii and lactobacillus fermentum (5 billions) i can decrease the dosage if concentration is high but are these strains safe ? i need to use them for diarrhea as she is given anti biotic Thanks in advance

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Dr. Strydom, DVM

Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on July 24th, 2017

This sounds like a lot although I am not sure if it will cause any harm. The normal dosage would be about 100,000,000 CFU/g.

If this probiotic you are giving is not specifically made for cats I would suggest you get one made for cats. This is my favorite:

https://www.chewy.com/purina-pro-plan-veterinary-diets/dp/49853

I don't know if you can get this one in your location but try to find one similar.

I hope this helps. Best wishes!
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  • Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on February 1st, 2020

    I would try a probiotic first if he is otherwise eating and acting normally. If after a few days of starting the probiotic and there is no improvement then a vet exam would be warranted. Do not give any over the counter anti-diarrheals.

    Fortiflora would be the best probiotic to use, in my opinion. You can use any one made for cats (no human products).

    ( https://www.petsdrugmart.ca/Product/Fortiflora-Feline-2260715/3246 )

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