The supplements below are nutraceutical and herbal products. They work best used in combination with one another, since their effects are synergistic rather than independent.
Composure by VetriScience
Contains L-theanine, an amino acid with well-documented calming effects.
Vetoquinol Zylkene
Can be started and stopped at any time. Available in small, medium, and large dog doses — follow the instructions on the bottle.
Probiotics
Probiotics may help support calmer behavior. Profivex is one brand most dogs accept easily, sprinkled as a powder over food.
DAP Collar
DAP stands for Dog Appeasing Pheromone — a scent hormone similar to what a mother releases to comfort her puppies. Our veterinarians prefer the Adaptil brand.
When supplements aren't enough
If natural supplements aren't doing the trick, prescription medications are available that can help support anxiety and stress management. Call our office if you think your pet would benefit from a prescription.