Biotics

Supplements are daily soft-chew supplements for dogs. Every Bite is built on a gut-health foundation of named biotics, then layered with targeted bioactives that work along a specific gut-organ axis to support a particular concern, from digestion and skin to calm, joints and senior vitality.

Biotics is the foundation chew in the Supplements range, and the place to start if you are not sure which Bite your dog needs. It suits any adult dog or puppy from 12 weeks whose owner wants to support a balanced gut microbiome and the immune health that depends on it. It combines the full Biotics Triad of prebiotics, a probiotic and postbiotics with 18 targeted bioactives, including L-Glutamine, zinc and botanicals, to support microbial balance, the gut lining and a healthy, well-regulated immune response.

It is the three-part gut foundation behind Biotics. Prebiotics feed the good bacteria, a probiotic adds more of them, and postbiotics deliver the beneficial compounds they produce. Together they support microbial diversity and the gut barrier, the base every other system builds on. Read more about the Biotics Triad.

The gut is in constant two-way communication with the rest of the body along pathways known as axes: gut-immune, gut-skin, gut-brain, gut-joint and more. Each Bite is built to work through a specific axis, which is how supporting the gut can support immunity, skin, mood, joints and beyond. Explore the gut-organ axes.

Many owners do, as antibiotics can disrupt the gut microbiome. Calsporin® is a spore-forming probiotic, and the postbiotics in Biotics do not need to be alive to do their work. Talk to your vet before starting while your dog is on antibiotics, as they may suggest giving Biotics a few hours apart from each dose.

Choose by the concern that matters most: Belly for digestion, Block for skin and coat, Bliss for calm, Bounce for joints and mobility, Banish for flea-season skin and coat support, and Boost for the senior years. If you are not sure where to begin, we suggest Biotics to support a balanced microbiome first. You can compare all seven Bites on our Supplements page.

Supplements are made without meat, wheat, soy, corn or artificial additives, which suits many dogs with sensitivities. They are formulated for dogs from 12 weeks and older. If your dog has a medical condition or takes medication, check with your vet before starting.

Biotics is made without meat, wheat, soy or corn, so it contains no chicken or beef, the proteins most often behind food sensitivities in dogs. That makes it a gentle daily choice for many sensitive dogs. If your dog has a diagnosed allergy, check the full ingredient list above before starting, and have a word with your vet if you are unsure.

Plant-based by consequence, not by trend. The most common food sensitivities in dogs are animal proteins like chicken and beef, so a plant-based formula sidesteps them, which is what makes Biotics gentle on sensitive dogs. It suits vegan households too, but the reason we make it this way is health, not ideology.

For pregnant or nursing dogs, check with your vet before starting. Their nutritional needs change during this time, and your vet can advise on what is right for them.

Yes. Supplements are food supplements made from food-grade ingredients at gentle, effective levels, formulated by our nutritionist and approved by our veterinary advisory board. They are supplements, not medicines, and are designed to complement a balanced diet rather than replace veterinary care. They are made for daily, long-term use, with no need to cycle on and off. If your dog has a health condition or takes medication, check with your vet before starting.

A small number of dogs have slightly softer stools or a little more wind in the first few days as the microbiome adjusts to the probiotic and prebiotic fibres. This usually settles within one to two weeks. If your dog has a known sensitivity to any listed ingredient, check with your vet before starting.

Biotics was formulated by Bonza's founder, Glendon Lloyd, who holds Diplomas in Canine Nutrition and Dog Nutrigenomics, both with Distinction, and it is approved by our Veterinary Advisory Board. Every ingredient is selected on published research and included at a meaningful level.

Yes. Every active is chosen for a reason and included at a meaningful level, not a token pinch. Biotics is nutritionist formulated and vet approved, and you can see each ingredient, its inclusion level and the published research behind it in the full formula above.

Cold extrusion is a low-temperature way of shaping the chews. Every Bite is formed at just 38°C, close to a dog's body temperature, rather than the high heat of conventional cooking and standard extrusion. That matters because heat degrades many of the actives we use, from prebiotic fibres and omega-3 oils to vitamins and delicate plant compounds. Keeping the process gentle helps preserve them, so the levels shown in the formula are protected through manufacture.

Changes in the gut begin quickly, and many owners notice more settled digestion within the first few weeks as the microbiome rebalances. Broader signs, such as a healthier-looking coat and steadier energy, usually follow over two to three months. Giving Biotics consistently each day matters more than giving more.

Any time of day. Many owners give it with a main meal, which makes the routine easy to keep. Consistency matters more than timing.

Biotics is a food supplement rather than a medicine, and it generally sits comfortably alongside a balanced diet and other supplements. If your dog takes medication or has a health condition, check with your vet first, as they can advise on timing and suitability.

Give Biotics daily by your dog's weight: one Bite up to 10kg, two Bites for 10 to 20kg, three Bites for 20 to 30kg, and four Bites over 30kg. Give as a treat or with food, and keep to the same time each day. Consistency matters more than giving more.

Biotics is made from food-grade ingredients at gentle levels, so an extra Bite now and then is not a cause for alarm. Stick to the daily amount for your dog's weight for the best results. If your dog ever gets into a whole pack, a large one-off amount may cause temporary loose stools, so keep an eye on them and contact your vet if you have any concerns.

Yes. The Bites are designed to work together, and many owners pair Biotics with one targeted Bite as a daily routine, such as Block for skin and coat, Bliss for calm or Bounce for joints. When combining more than one, introduce them gradually and follow the feeding guide on each pack by your dog's weight.

Yes. Supplements are a daily soft chew given as a treat or with food, so they fit alongside whatever your dog already eats, including our Superfoods & Ancient Grains. If you are introducing more than one Bite, add them gradually.

Most dogs take to the soft chews readily, but if yours does not, that is exactly what our Health & Happiness Guarantee is for. Get in touch and we will make it right.

Your dog's health and happiness is our number one priority. If your dog doesn't take to their Bites, or you're not completely happy for any reason, you get your money back, no quibbles, with no need to return anything: simply donate any unwanted Bites to a friend or a nearby animal shelter. You can read the full terms on our Health & Happiness Guarantee page.

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Keep the pouch in a cool, dry place and reseal it after each use to keep the chews fresh.