The effect of a microbial supplement containing Lactobacillus acidophilus on the microbial and chemical composition of equine cecal contents

Abstract

The following thesis is divided into three chapters. Chapter one includes a review of the literature pertaining to conditions within the equine cecum and the effects of probiotic substances upon this environment. Chapter two presents a summary of the research conducted to determine the effects of a non-viable Lactobacillus product on the microbiota and environment of the equine cecum. Chapter three includes the general conclusion that can be obtained from this research in relation to previous work in this field. Portions of this thesis will be submitted for publication and the co-authors will include Peggy A. Miller