Purina Petivity Microbiome Basic Gut Profile Analysis Kit for Cats & Dogs
In a Nutshell
- Provides specific and useful recommendations on what food or supplements you should acquire. Sample collection is easy and the kit comes with quick and easy instructions to follow.
- Some reviewers highlighted customer service issues, specifically a lack of communication if things don’t go as planned (lack of tracking on process kick-outs).
- Test results are simpler to make sense of, rather than having many gut bacteria/fecal matter analysis data graphs and charts.
Quick Verdict
The Purina Petivity Microbiome Basic Gut Profile Analysis Kit provides useful insights into pet gut health, with mostly positive reviews on functionality and ease of use. Some customer service issues and lack of detailed test result presentations. Best suited for pets with gut issues.
Quick Stats
Pet Compatibility
Pros & Cons
Pros
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Ease of Use (8)
Customers appreciate the simplicity and convenience of the testing process.
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Results Usefulness (6)
The recommendations provided are perceived as valuable and useful.
Cons
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Customer Service (3) major
Lack of communication and support during the return process.
Tip: Follow up by phone
Who Is This For?
✓ Best For
- • Pet owners seeking gut health insights — Useful recommendations and easy-to-follow instructions
- • Owners of pets with digestive issues — Specific recommendations for improving gut health
✗ Skip If
- • Pet owners who prioritize detailed test results — The kit provides simplified recommendations rather than detailed analysis
Durability & Care
Factors: Efficacy of supplement
Cleaning Methods
Care Tips from Users
- 💡 Follow the instructions carefully and keep all receipts in case follow-up action is required.
Floor Compatibility
Rating Distribution
Common Questions
How long does it take to get the results?
It takes 4-6 weeks to receive the results after submitting the sample.
Highlighted Reviews
"This is a neat little kit especially if your dog is having digestive issues. The kit analysis your animals microbiome and will give you recommendations on foods & supplements. Once you mail off your sample it takes 4–6 weeks to get your results."
"I was really excited to get the results from this Pet Microbiome kit, for our dog. The kit came with simple instructions for the sample, as well as a thorough Online Survey as part of the kit registration. This kit would have ideally come out in sync with the customer expectation."
Bottom Line
Overall, a good choice for those wanting to analyze their pet's gut health, but monitor customer support if any issues arise.