# #30 Metronidazole & Why I Rarely Use It

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Podcast: [The Non-Traditional Veterinarian®](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-non-traditional-veterinarian-7329957)
Published: 2026-01-22T14:10:00+00:00
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## Resource

This episode dives into one of the most overprescribed GI medication in veterinary medicine. We explore how it works, why it helps short-term, and the real long-term consequences no one talks about. Key Points: Why metronidazole disrupts the microbiome Safer alternatives for acute diarrhea When it is appropriate What to use instead Gut repair steps if your dog has taken it 📌 Links: Book your 1:1 nutrition consultation today Book your 1:1 holistic in home visit today Watch this episode on YouTube

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