When it comes to caring for your pet’s skin and coat, what’s on the outside is just as important as what’s on the inside. At Skout’s Honor, we’ve taken a bold step forward in pet grooming by creating the first probiotic and prebiotic products certified as Microbiome-Friendly by MyMicrobiome—the globally recognized gold standard in independent product testing.

What Is the Microbiome?

The microbiome is a natural ecosystem of microorganisms (like bacteria and fungi) that live on your pet’s skin. It plays a critical role in keeping their skin balanced, hydrated, and comfortable. Just like in humans, a healthy skin microbiome helps defend against external irritants and supports overall skin health.

Why the Microbiome-Friendly Certification Matters

The Microbiome-Friendly seal, awarded by MyMicrobiome Labs, is more than just a label—it’s a rigorous validation that our products are proven to:

• Support a balanced microbiome
• Maintain the diversity of beneficial bacteria
• Be gentle and non-disruptive to the skin’s natural environment

Only a handful of brands in the world carry this seal—and we’re proud to be the first in the pet grooming space.

Certified Products:

• Probiotic Shampoo + Conditioner
• Probiotic Paw Spray
• Probiotic Hydrogel
• Probiotic Ear Cleaner
• Probiotic Deodorizer
• Prebiotic Pet Balm

Each formula has been tested for safety, compatibility, and efficacy—giving you confidence that you're choosing skin-friendly, science-backed care for your pet.

What’s the Difference Between Probiotics and Prebiotics?

It’s a question we hear a lot—so here’s the simple answer:

• Probiotics are live beneficial bacteria that help restore balance to the skin's microbiome.
• Prebiotics are nutrients that feed the good bacteria already present, helping them thrive.

Together, they form a powerful one-two punch for keeping your pet’s skin ecosystem resilient and healthy—naturally.

Why Topical Probiotics for Dogs and Cats Matter

While many people are familiar with probiotics for dogs or probiotic kefir for pets as supplements, topical probiotics are just as important. They deliver beneficial bacteria directly to areas like paws, ears, and noses— where environmental stressors, over-washing, or seasonal changes may throw off natural balance.

Our certified products:

• Soothe skin
• Refresh and neutralize odor
• Support daily comfort and healthy appearance

And because they’re Microbiome-Friendly certified, they do all this without disrupting what your pet’s skin needs to stay strong.

Are There Any Side Effects from Topical Probiotics?

Concerned about probiotic side effects? When used topically and as directed, our products are non-irritating, come with fragrance as well as fragrance-free, and are gentle enough for daily use—even for pets with sensitivities. No harsh ingredients. No guesswork. Just clean, functional grooming that works.

Want to Go Deeper? Consider a Microbiome Test

Curious about your pet’s microbiome? While a full microbiome test may not be readily available to all pet parents, using microbiome-certified products is a great way to care for your pet proactively. With Skout’s Honor, you’re getting science-backed skin support without needing a lab test.

The Bottom Line

If you're searching for:

• Probiotics for dogs
• Probiotics for cats
• Probiotic side effects
• Microbiome labs
• Microbiome test
• or even probiotic kefir for pets...

You’ve found a smarter, safer way to care for your pet’s skin.

Skout’s Honor’s Microbiome-Friendly certified grooming products are the future of pet wellness—grounded in science, powered by nature, and proven to work in harmony with your pet’s skin.