Welcome to the protocol

your dog’s journey,
step by step.

Everything you need to feel confident through every phase: how to give the drops, what to expect day by day, what’s normal, what to watch for and how to tell it’s working.

Read it once now, then come back any time. That’s why your bottle’s label points here.

Start with day 1 I’m already on the journey

— The PawsyLabs team

A terrier waits by its food bowl while an owner adds PawsyLabs drops from a pipette in a sunny kitchen
  1. Month 1The cleanseGuided day by day.
  2. Month 2The rebuildThe gut settles into its new normal.
  3. Month 3The lock-inConsistency turns progress into routine.
  4. Month 4 onwardDaily defenseThe same daily dose keeps it that way.
Step 1 · How to use

how to give the drops

PawsyLabs Parasite Cleanse Drops are a liquid you mix into your dog’s food once a day. Here’s everything you need to start day 1 with confidence.

Daily dose by weight

Once daily, with food
A Chihuahua, a Beagle, a Labrador and a Bernese Mountain Dog sitting in a row, smallest to largest
0.5 mL Under 10 lbs1 mL 10–35 lbs2 mL 35–75 lbs3 mL Over 75 lbs

The pipette is marked in mL. Fill it to your dog’s dose.

A pipette adds 1 mL of PawsyLabs drops to wet food in a mint bowl, the bottle behind it
Mix it straight into food once a day. It’s duck-flavored, so most dogs eat it without noticing.

Quick tips

  1. Give it with a meal, ideally breakfast. Food makes it gentler on the tummy.

  2. Missed a dose? Just give the next one as normal. Don’t double up.

  3. Picky eater? Mix it into a treat or a spoon of wet food instead.

  4. Store the bottle at room temperature, away from direct sunlight.

  5. On a plan? Your next bottle ships on schedule, so there’s nothing to remember.

  6. Several dogs? Dose each one by their own weight.

Month 1 · The cleanse

what to expect, day by day

PawsyLabs is a daily routine that keeps going: month 1 is the cleanse, month 2 the rebuild, month 3 the lock-in, and from then on Daily Defense keeps it that way. Below is month 1, day by day, because that’s when owners have the most questions.

Every dog responds a little differently. Some show changes in the first 3 days, others take a full 14. Knowing what each stage looks like saves a lot of worry.

  1. Days 1–3

    The body starts adjusting

    The botanicals in PawsyLabs get to work in your dog’s gut. For many dogs this is the most active stretch, and it can show: a softer stool or an extra nap is common while the body adjusts. Plenty of dogs show nothing at all.

    What you might notice

    • Slightly softer or looser stools
    • A little more thirst
    • Mild tiredness or extra naps
    • Or nothing at all: many dogs seem unaffected

    What’s normal vs. what to watch for

    Normal
    • Soft stools for 1–2 days
    • Slightly lower energy
    • Drinking more water than usual
    Watch for
    • Vomiting more than once
    • Refusing food for over 24 hours
    • Severe lethargy

    If you see any of these, pause the protocol and email help@pawsylabs.com.

  2. Days 4–7

    First changes you can see

    Toward the end of week 1, many owners start to notice the first changes: less scooting, firmer stools, deeper sleep. Some dogs respond quickly in this window, others don’t show much until week 2. Both are normal.

    What you might notice

    • Less scooting or paw licking
    • Firmer stools
    • Calmer evenings
    • More restful sleep

    What’s normal

    Normal
    • Some dogs seem more like themselves already, others are still adjusting
    • No visible changes yet. For many dogs the bigger shift comes in weeks 2–3
  3. Days 8–14

    The turning point

    For many dogs, this is when the bigger changes show up. The postbiotic blend has had a full week to support the gut, and symptoms that dragged on for a long time often start to ease.

    What you might notice

    • Less paw licking
    • Fewer indoor accidents
    • Less pacing at night
    • A brighter-looking coat
    • Calmer on walks
    • A steadier appetite

    What’s normal

    Normal
    • Big changes in this window. Celebrate them!
    • Slow, steady improvement that builds week to week
  4. Days 15–30Milestone 1

    The cleanse is done. The journey isn’t.

    By the end of month 1 the cleanse phase is complete, and many owners see a clear difference by now. But your dog meets parasites again on every walk, at every park and around every other dog. The cleanse dealt with what was there; it can’t stop what comes next.

    That’s why the cleanse is milestone 1 of a routine that keeps going, not the finish line.

    What you might notice

    • Many of the original symptoms eased or gone
    • Calmer behavior and better sleep
    • A healthier-looking coat
    • More energy and interest in food

    What to do next

    • Tick off month 1 on your tracker and note what you noticed
    • Keep going: re-exposure never stops, so the daily routine shouldn’t either
Month 2 onward

the cleanse isn’t the finish line.

The cleanse deals with what’s there today. But your dog meets parasites again at the dog park, on walks and around other dogs, every single day. That’s why the journey keeps going: the same daily dose, mixed into food, every day.

  1. A senior golden retriever asleep on the sofa under a knitted blanket beside its owner, who is reading
    Month 2

    The rebuild

    With the cleanse done, month 2 is about the gut. The postbiotic blend keeps supporting a healthy gut environment while things settle. It’s the quiet month: many owners notice steadier digestion, more consistent stools, a softer coat and less scratching, week by week.

    What to do: Same daily dose, every day. The rebuild holds best when the routine does.

  2. A brindle French bulldog trots toward its owner on a sunny park path, leash in view
    Month 3

    The lock-in

    A settled gut is a resilient gut. Month 3 is where consistency pays off, and many owners say it’s when the changes start to feel like the new normal: calmer nights, steadier energy, fewer flare-ups.

    What to do: Keep the routine going. This month is the difference between better for a while and a routine that lasts.

  3. Month 4 onward

    Keep it going

    Milestone 3 reached. From here, Daily Defense is simply the same daily dose, every day, because re-exposure happens every day.

    It’s the routine that keeps what your dog gained, for as long as your dog meets the world.

    What to do: Stay on Daily Defense. Re-exposure is daily, so the protection is too.

What many owners notice over the months

  • Mornings with more zoomiesSteadier energy is often one of the first things owners mention.
  • Quieter nightsLess scratching and pacing at 3 AM, so everyone sleeps better.
  • A softer, shinier coatA happy gut often shows on the outside.
  • Park days without the worryDaily support for a dog who meets the world every day.

your next bottle, on schedule.

Joined on a plan? There’s nothing to set up: your next bottle ships automatically, timed to the journey. Consistency is what gets results, so try not to stop halfway.

Bought a single bottle? Reorder about three weeks before it runs out. Orders ship within 1 business day (Monday to Saturday) and arrive 7–14 business days after shipment.

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Common concerns

worried? ask away.

The questions owners ask most during the first weeks. If yours isn’t here, email help@pawsylabs.com and we’ll reply within 24 hours.

When in doubt, pause and ask.

Vomiting more than once, refusing food for over 24 hours, blood in the stool or severe lethargy: stop the drops and email us. If your dog seems unwell, call your vet.

help@pawsylabs.com
My dog had loose stool on day 3. Should I stop?

A looser stool in the first few days is one of the most common things owners see while the gut adjusts, and it’s generally not a reason to stop. Keep going.

If it lasts more than 3 days in a row, if you see blood, or if your dog stops eating, pause and email help@pawsylabs.com.

My dog seems more tired than usual. Is something wrong?

Mild tiredness around days 2–5 is common and usually settles by the end of week 1. If your dog is severely lethargic (won’t get up, or won’t eat for over 24 hours), pause the protocol and contact us.

I missed a dose yesterday. Do I need to start over?

No. Just give the next dose as normal and carry on, without doubling up. The protocol is forgiving of an occasional missed dose. If you’ve missed more than 3 days in a row, restart the count from day 1.

My dog hates the taste. What can I do?

The drops are duck-flavored, and most dogs eat them without noticing when they’re mixed into food. If yours is suspicious, try:

  • Mixing into a stronger-flavored food: wet food, plain Greek yogurt or a small spoon of pumpkin
  • Mixing into a treat or a piece of cheese
  • Splitting the daily dose across two meals
  • Letting the food sit for 5 minutes so the smell mellows
I don’t see any changes yet. Is it working?

The first week is often quiet from the outside. Many owners notice the first visible changes between days 7 and 14, and the cleanse phase runs through month 1. Some dogs, especially those with a long history of symptoms, need a few months on the routine before the bigger changes show. Keep going, and use your day-1 photo to compare.

Can I use PawsyLabs with my dog’s current medication?

Many owners give PawsyLabs alongside their dog’s regular care. If your dog takes any prescription medication, check with your vet before starting, and never change or stop a prescribed medication without your vet’s advice.

PawsyLabs is a supplement. It isn’t a substitute for treatment of a diagnosed condition.

What if my dog throws up after taking it?

It’s uncommon, but a single episode of mild vomiting can happen in the first few days. If it happens once and your dog otherwise seems fine, give the next dose with a fuller meal. If your dog vomits more than once in a day or won’t eat, pause and email help@pawsylabs.com.

My dog is pregnant or nursing. Can she take it?

No. PawsyLabs is not recommended for pregnant or nursing dogs. Wait until she has finished nursing and her puppies are weaned before starting the protocol.

My puppy is 10 weeks old. Can I start now?

Not yet. PawsyLabs is suitable from 12 weeks old. Wait until your puppy is at least 12 weeks, fully vaccinated and on a stable diet. If you’re worried about parasites in a young puppy, ask your vet about an age-appropriate fecal test and treatment.

Are there dogs who shouldn’t take it?

Besides pregnant or nursing dogs and puppies under 12 weeks, the drops aren’t recommended for dogs with a known tree-nut allergy, because the formula contains black walnut. If your dog has a health condition or takes medication, check with your vet first.

I have more than one dog. Should they all take it?

Dogs that share a home, a yard and water bowls share the same exposure, so many multi-dog households run the protocol for all their dogs at the same time. Dose each dog by their own weight.

got a question? we’re here.

If anything feels unclear or unexpected during the protocol, email us. The PawsyLabs team replies within 24 hours, often faster.

No question is too small. Most messages we get are from owners who just want to check they’re doing it right.

— The PawsyLabs team

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PawsyLabs is a brand of Elevator LLC, Newark, Delaware. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Always talk to your veterinarian about your dog’s individual health needs.