Claim: ‘Senior dogs need probiotic supplements more than younger dogs.’ — Verdict Checked
“`html By Dr. Rachel Kim, DVM — Published August 2025 | Fact-Check Bureau Key Takeaways Senior dogs show measurable shifts in gut microbiome composition, but the claim that they “need” probiotic supplementation more than adults is only partially supported by current evidence. Joint supplements do not reverse existing arthritis in dogs — they may slow…