What do vets recommend for anxious dogs?
Jarod Schowalter
2025-08-19 05:42:23
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Consider getting a diffuser, some spray, collar or medication for calming an anxious dog. Provide a safe and quiet space for your dog to retreat to. Ensure your dog has toys to keep them occupied. Keep your departures and returns calm and quiet. Gently reassure your dog. If the stimulus is outside close curtains, turn on the television or radio and distract your dog with play or treats. Reward your dog for calming down and absolutely avoid punishment for behaviour related to fear, phobia, or anxiety. If your dog has chronic anxiety, or gets anxious about a specific issue such as separation anxiety or noises, speak to your vet or a trained animal behaviourist for advice. The pheromone released in ADAPTIL is identical to the dog appeasing pheromone secreted by a mother dog from 3-5 days after the puppy’s birth to provide reassurance to the puppies.
Enola Marquardt
2025-08-12 00:30:42
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Use natural pheromones to reduce anxiety. These are calming molecules that activate calming centres in the brain – your branch may recommend Adaptil® Collars or Sprays, or Pet Remedy®. Consider nutritional supplements, which, when used over a period of time, may help to reduce anxiety and help with learning new behaviours. Our team can recommend particular supplements or diets. In some cases, it may be advisable for your vet to prescribe anti-anxiety medications that can be given a couple of hours before the visit to the practice. This will reduce their anxiety in the short term to help with short procedures such as a clinical examination, vaccination, taking blood, clipping nails or examining ears. Your vet can recommend an appropriate medication for your dog. Our veterinary team can also refer you to an animal behaviourist to help reduce your dog’s fears and anxieties.
Destinee Hane
2025-07-30 05:27:00
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For Anxious Dogs: Exercise: Regular physical activity helps reduce anxiety. Take your dog for walks, play fetch, or engage in other active games. Interactive toys: Provide toys that stimulate your dog’s mind, such as puzzle toys or treat-dispensing toys. Calming products: Consider using calming sprays, diffusers, or treats designed to reduce anxiety. Products containing pheromones or natural calming ingredients can be effective. Music therapy: Playing calming music or white noise can help drown out loud sounds and soothe your dog.
Environmental changes: Create a safe space: Provide a quiet, comfortable space where your pet can retreat when feeling anxious. Consistent routine: Maintain a consistent daily routine for feeding, walking, and playtime to provide stability and reduce anxiety.
Medical Intervention: Consult your vet: If your pet's anxiety is severe, speak with Garston Vets about possible treatments. Our professionals may recommend care plans, anti-anxiety medications or supplements to help manage your pet's stress.
Behavioural training: Desensitisation: Gradually expose your pet to their anxiety triggers in a controlled manner to help them become less sensitive over time. Positive reinforcement: Reward your pet with treats and praise when they remain calm in situations that typically cause anxiety.
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