Natural Dog Company Probiotics for Dogs, Dog Probiotic Chews with 1B CFUs, Canine-Specific Microencapsulated Strains, Prebiotics & Enzymes for Digestive Health, Stool & Immune Support, 45 Ct Review
By Dr. Lena Ortiz · Canine wellness writer · Published 2026-06-04 · Updated 2026-06-23
Natural Dog Company's chews combine 1 billion CFUs of microencapsulated, canine-specific probiotic strains with prebiotics and digestive enzymes, and the 4.5 star average across 295 reviews suggests the formula is well liked, even though the review count is smaller than several other options in this roundup.
Owners who want a probiotic built specifically for dogs, with a labeled CFU count and microencapsulation meant to protect the strains.
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Priced 26% above the category median ($24.99 across 128 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.4/5overall
Owner rating4.5/5
4.5 average across 295 owner ratings
Popularity1.6/5
295 owner reviews, fewer than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other dog food and health supplements we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
['This chew is built around 1 billion CFUs of what Natural Dog Company describes as canine-specific, microencapsulated probiotic strains, paired with prebiotics and digestive enzymes. Microencapsulation is meant to help the strains survive the trip through the stomach before reaching the gut, and the label points to digestive health, stool quality, and immune support as the main goals.', "It comes in a 45 count package, a smaller supply than some of the 90 to 120 count chews elsewhere in this category, which is worth factoring into how often you'll need to reorder.", 'At $31.50, it sits in the middle of the price range for this category, and its 4.5 star average across 295 reviews, with about 500 units bought in the past month, points to solid early satisfaction from a smaller customer base than some longer-established competitors.']
Pros
1 billion CFUs from strains described as canine-specific
Microencapsulation meant to help strains survive digestion
Combines prebiotics and enzymes alongside the probiotic
4.5 star average across 295 reviews
Cons
Smaller review count than several competing chews
45 count package means more frequent reordering than larger bags
Detailed guaranteed analysis and flavor aren't listed
Performance notes
The listed 1 billion CFU count and canine-specific, microencapsulated strains are the main technical detail available here. Microencapsulation is a delivery method meant to protect probiotic bacteria from stomach acid, and pairing it with prebiotics and enzymes is meant to support both the bacteria and the dog's own digestion.
What buyers say
A 4.5 star average across 295 reviews, with roughly 500 units bought in the past month, reflects a smaller but consistently satisfied customer base rather than a mass-market volume seller.
What does microencapsulated mean for a dog probiotic?
It refers to a coating process meant to help the probiotic strains survive stomach acid so more of them reach the gut where they're intended to work. It's a delivery method, not a guarantee of results for every dog.
How many chews come in a package?
This listing is a 45 count package, smaller than some 90 to 120 count competitors, so factor that into how often you'll need to reorder for daily use.
Is this a substitute for veterinary care?
No. This is a probiotic supplement meant to support routine digestive health, not a treatment for ongoing digestive issues. Talk to your vet if your dog has persistent symptoms.
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