AMAFERM in Dogs & Cats

In companion animals, the digestive tract is one of the first lines of defense against pathogenic organisms, and maintaining a healthy digestive tract enhances nutrient absorption, energy metabolism, immune response, and reduces the number of odor causing compounds found in the feces, as well as reducing the incidence of diarrhea.  Amafermâ, a fermentation extract of Aspergillus oryzae, acts as a microbial stimulant to the beneficial microorganisms residing in an animal’s digestive tract. Maintaining digestive tract health is a vital component of assuring that an animal is able to defend itself against pathogenic organisms as well as maintaining a positive nutrient balance throughout its life. 

Research Findings

Knowles and Bassham, 1979

In clinical evaluations based on physical evaluations in veterinary clinics, Amaferm has been reported to improve growth and strength in pups, increase milk production in females, and improve a canine’s ability to withstand stress.  (Knowles, R.P.; Bassham, H.H. 1979.  Clinical impressions of the use of an enzyme food additive in large and small animals.  VM/SAC. Veterinary Medicine & Small Animal Clinician 74:1733-1735).

Terrell et al., 1984

Amaferm has been shown to allow females to maintain their hemoglobin concentrations throughout gestation and lactation, have better absorption and utilization of nitrogen (a measure of an animal’s protein status), and tended to increase the number of pups weaned. Additionally, in three of four categories, pups fed Amaferm gained more weight prior to weaning.  (Terrell, S.S., J.B.Vaugh, Jr., W..E. Bertrand,  R.P.Knowles, H.H. Bassham.  1984.  On Trial: An Enzyme Producing Food Supplement for Dogs.  Vet. Med /Small Animal Clinician 11:1367-1377).