German Shepherd
Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth · Dünndarmfehlbesiedlung · ARD · Antibiotic-Responsive Diarrhea · Bakterielle Überbesiedlung des Dünndarms
Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) is a gastrointestinal condition where abnormally high numbers of bacteria colonize the small intestine. This overgrowth disrupts the normal digestive process and prevents the gut from properly absorbing nutrients from food. It often develops as a secondary complication of other underlying digestive issues.
Owners typically notice chronic or recurring diarrhea, excess gas, and weight loss even though the dog has an unusually large appetite. These symptoms usually first appear when the dog is young.
The condition is manageable but often requires lifelong care, including a highly digestible special diet, antibiotics, or probiotics. Treatment and ongoing management typically cost between 600 and 3500 EUR.
Estimated range of typical treatment cost. Actual cost depends on severity, clinic and region.
More conditions affecting the General / metabolic.