#$%^&*AU2017276182B220190725.pdf#####STRAINS AND METHODS FOR IMPROVING RUMINANT HEALTH AND/OR PERFORMANCE ABSTRACT Described are strains including Enterococcusfaecium strain 8G-1 (NRRL B-50173), Enterococcusfaecium strain 8G-73 (NRRL B-50172), Bacilluspumilus strain 8G-134 (NRRL B50174) and strains having all of the identifying characteristics of each of these strains. One or more of the strains can be used to treat or prevent acidosis. They can also be used to improve other measures of ruminant health and/or performance. Methods of using the strains, alone and in combination, are described. Methods of making the strains are also provided.