Traveling with pets can be
stressful for everyone. Many dogs love to go on car rides but other
dogs can become very stressed with car rides or being crated. Very
few cats enjoy traveling in the car and would prefer to stay
home!
There are many safe alternatives to
the us of tranquilizers for traveling or separation anxiety
behaviors. Talk to us about some of the natural alternatives listed
here.
Herbal formulas
We carry several different herbal products designed to decease
stress and anxiety. Tablets can be given daily or as needed for any
stressful situations.
Rescue Remedy
A homeopathic formula that can be administered quickly to reduce
general anxiety. We use this product in our clinic for
animals stressed during an examination or for taking x-rays. There
are not any side effects or concern of interaction with
medications. It's quick and easy to give.
Safety Spray
This product is sprayed onto surfaces to decrease anxiety. It
can be sprayed on dog beds/blankets, inside cars or carriers.It
works great for spraying the inside of cat carriers prior to a car
ride! Imagine your cat not yowling for the entire trip!
Thundershirt
This is a new product to help pets with anxiety-but it is more
than just for thunderstorms… It can be used for dogs with general
fear and anxiety, car riding stress, separation anxiety etc. And it
really works! Sizes are available from XS up to XXL. More details
are available at www.thundershirt.com