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At-home dog gut microbiome test
Your dog’s biology, from home.
Clinically validated gut microbiome test, done at home
Read every year, alongside their full history
Follow-up testing and 24/7 vets when it’s needed
Gut health is about more than just poo
Your dog's gut health is about far more than digestion. The gut helps shapes their immune system, brain, skin and weight, and its balance often shifts long before anything shows up at home. Plenty of food, powders and supplements promise better gut health, but without testing, there’s no way to know what's actually going on. The Gut Dysbiosis Kit measures your dog’s gut microbiome balance against a clinically validated benchmark, so you can understand their health early, act on it, and track it year on year.
How Blueprint360 works
Scan the QR code and answer a few quick questions about their gut.
No clinic, no appointment. On your schedule.
All postage included. We handle the logistics to a world-leading canine gut lab.
Results land in Elita Blueprint with clear next steps, and follow-up testing if it’s needed.
Every result is read alongside everything else in their Elita Blueprint, and updated every year.
Your dog’s gut is compared against healthy dogs and dogs diagnosed with chronic gut disease, so you know where they actually sit. A list of bacteria on its own can’t tell you that. It’s the only at-home gut test in Australia built this way.
Most kits report bacteria as percentages, like slices of a pie. When one slice grows, the others shrink, even if nothing else has changed. Elita Blueprint360 measures the actual amount of each key bacterium, so next year’s result lines up directly with this year’s, and you see what’s really changed.
Your result runs through an interpretation model built in-house by Dr Kit Kennedy, our Head of Translational Science, with our clinical team and head veterinarian. It turns their score into specific next steps, usually starting with what’s in the bowl.
Not a snapshot. Their full picture.
Most gut tests give you a single result in isolation: a report, a digital dashboard, then nothing. Elita Blueprint360 is continuous care. Every result is read alongside the rest of their body: their vet records, history and what you’ve noticed at home. If symptoms persist or we see issues in the gut, we follow up with further testing, with 24/7 vets the whole way.
Fibre-eating bacteria feed the cells that line the gut. Without enough of them, the barrier can weaken and inflammation can follow. We measure key fibre-eaters, against levels seen in healthy dogs.
Dogs can’t tell you how they feel, and gut changes don’t always show. Your dog can look perfectly well and still have the gut imbalance seen in dogs with chronic gut problems. Know where they stand, not just how they look.
One key bacterium turns bile acids into a form that keeps harmful gut bacteria in check. We check it's there to do it's job.
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"I want Chewy to finish his life in the best way possible, and be around as long as he can. For years I thought that meant just feeding him right, but there’s so much more to it. Blueprint helps me understand it all and takes the pressure off trying to figure it out alone."
“I love my dog, but keeping track of all his health stuff was overwhelming. Being able to drop everything, blood tests, vet notes, meds, into one place and let Blueprint do the thinking has been a game changer. I finally feel like I know what I’m doing, without having to overthink it.”
“Blueprint takes the mental load off being a world-class dog mum. I keep all her records in there, and before every vet visit I can pull up her full health picture in seconds. I look like I’ve got it all together, when really, Elita did it for me.”
FAQs
What is Elita Blueprint360?
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Elita Blueprint360 is the full biology plan for your dog. It includes everything in Elita Blueprint+, like their living health record and 24/7 telehealth with registered Australian vets, plus at-home testing: a yearly Gut Dysbiosis Kit, and further follow-up testing when it's needed.
How does the at-home gut test for dogs work?
You collect a small poo sample at home, post it back, and the result lands in Elita Blueprint. Before you sample, a short check-in on stools, diet and anything you've noticed means the result is read against your dog's real life.
What is the Dysbiosis Index?
The Dysbiosis Index measures seven key gut bacteria in dogs. When the gut is out of balance, they shift in a recognisable pattern: some drop and others rise, moving away from what's typical in healthy dogs. Combining them into one score gives a clearer picture than any single bacterium. The test was developed at the Gastrointestinal Laboratory at Texas A&M University, and clinically validated by comparing healthy dogs with dogs diagnosed with chronic gut disease. Because it measures actual amounts, not percentages, results can be compared year on year.
Why did Elita choose the Dysbiosis Index?
Elita only uses tests that are clinically validated and actionable. Dr Jan Suchodolski and his team at the Texas A&M Gastrointestinal Laboratory have published more on the canine gut microbiome than almost anyone, so we flew to Texas to meet him. The Dysbiosis Index is validated against clinical diagnosis and comparable year on year. The DI gives a score. Elita's model turns it into next steps. So we built it into Elita Blueprint360.
What does the Gut Dysbiosis Kit measure?
Dysbiosis simply means an out-of-balance gut, and the kit looks for it from both sides. First, the helpers doing the real work: fibre-eaters that fuel the gut lining, the bacterium that turns bile acids into a natural brake on harmful bacteria, and core residents that drop when the gut is unsettled. Then, the bacteria that tend to bloom when things go wrong. These seven key bacteria were chosen because together they best show whether a dog's gut is in balance. Along with the total amount of bacteria, they make up your dog's Dysbiosis Index score, with a result for each bacterium.
Are dog microbiome tests accurate?
It depends on what they measure, and what they compare it against. Many gut tests use DNA sequencing to list bacteria as percentages, like slices of a pie. Without a clinical reference point, it's hard to know what that means for your dog. The Gut Dysbiosis Kit uses the Dysbiosis Index. It measures actual amounts of key bacteria, and was validated against dogs diagnosed with chronic gut disease (the study). It's the only at-home gut test in Australia built this way. Like any test, it's one part of the picture, so we read it alongside your dog's vet records and history.
How is Elita Blueprint360 different from other dog gut tests?
Most gut tests send a one-off report. Elita Blueprint360 reads the result alongside your dog's vet records, history and what you've noticed, does further follow-up testing when it's needed, includes 24/7 telehealth with registered Australian vets, and reads every yearly result against the last. We believe really good healthcare should be available to every owner, so we've made it under $1 a day.
What are the signs of poor gut health in dogs?
Some signs of a poor gut don't show up as symptoms at all. We believe a strong gut is a long-term health benefit, not just a reactive reading. The common visible signs are soft or watery stools, constipation, wind, a sensitive stomach and vomiting now and then. Blood or mucus in the poo, weight loss or going off food need a visit to your vet straight away.
Do I need a gut test if I already give probiotics?
A gut test can help you understand whether the probiotics, powders or food you're paying for are making a difference. The Gut Dysbiosis Kit shows where their gut microbiome balance sits, so you can make more informed choices about what to keep.
Is follow-up testing included?
Yes. If symptoms persist after a healthy result, or we see issues in the gut, we do further follow-up testing included in Elita Blueprint360 with our inflammation test. It looks at your dog's own gut signals, like inflammation and immune defence, and lands in their Elita Blueprint with everything else.
My dog's poo has been soft for a while. Should I test or see a vet?
If there's blood or mucus, weight loss, repeated vomiting, or they're off their food, we recommend seeing your vet straight away. For ongoing soft stools or a sensitive stomach, the Gut Dysbiosis Kit shows what's happening in the gut and what to change. Elita Blueprint360 members can talk to a registered veterinarian 24/7 in the app.
Can a dog look healthy and still have an imbalanced gut?
Yes. In one study of 90 dogs with no symptoms, about 1 in 7 had a bacterial imbalance. Changes in the gut can start long before anything shows up at home. The earlier you know, the more you can do. That's why we read the gut every year, not only when something seems off.
How long do results take?
Results usually land in Elita Blueprint within a couple of weeks of posting your sample. We'll let you know when they're ready.
What happens if the result isn't in the healthy range?
You get specific steps to take at home, usually starting with diet. If the result, or signs like ongoing watery stools, call for a closer look, we do further follow-up testing, included, and recommend a vet when it's time for one.
Does diet affect the result?
Yes, but it's what's in the bowl, not the format. Raw, kibble, fresh or home cooked can all sit in the healthy range. Fat, protein quality and fibre are what move the gut. And every dog's biology responds differently. The same food can suit one dog's gut and not another's, which is why we read their gut rather than relying on advice built for the average dog.
Can I test if my dog has been on antibiotics?
Yes, with the right timing. Antibiotics and acid-reducing medication change gut bacteria for a while, so testing too soon won't reflect your dog's usual gut. When it's time for their gut test, you'll complete a short pre-test questionnaire in Elita Blueprint. Depending on their circumstances, we may hold their kit until the timing is right.
How often should I test my dog's gut?
Once a year with Elita Blueprint360, alongside other at-home swabs through the year. Elita Blueprint360 is a full biology plan, not a one-off test. Each Gut Dysbiosis Kit result is read against the last, so you can see what's working and catch a shift early.
Do I still need my vet?
Yes. Elita Blueprint360 gives you and your vet more to work with. Your vet stays your clinician. In between visits, you'll also have access to 24/7 telehealth within your Elita Blueprint360 package.
How much does Elita Blueprint360 cost?
Elita Blueprint360 is $350 a year, under $1 a day, including 24/7 telehealth. Adding another dog to Elita Blueprint360 is $150 a year.
Is it available outside Australia?
Not yet. Elita Blueprint360 and 24/7 vet telehealth are currently only available in Australia, with more regions coming soon and the US planned for 2027. The Elita Blueprint app is available globally on iOS and Android.
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Included for all pets. Everything in Blueprint, plus:
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Blueprint
Test for what you can't see.
The full picture, including what only a lab can see.
Everything in Blueprint+ for all your pets, plus:
- Pay only when you need to use it: draws of your pet’s stem cell’s are available upon request and prescription, with a fee
Note The pricing models displayed on this website represent our current offerings. These prices are subject to change and may not reflect future pricing structures. Actual fees payable will be set out in a formal agreement between Elita Genetics Operations Pty Ltd (ACN 677 915 338) and the pet owner. We reserve the right to modify our pricing structure at any time.
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