The efficacy of ADAPTIL ® has been demonstrated by numerous studies published in reputable scientific journals and presented at international conferences (under the trademark D.A.P. ® until 2011). Canine Stress Every dog is different and for difficult cases of separation anxiety, we recommend speaking to an accredited dog trainer or behaviourist.

Your dog is, as are all dogs, a highly social animal, feeling better and more confident when you are around. However, you can’t take them with you everywhere. For example, you may be leaving your dog home alone while at work or popping to the supermarket.

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Studies* show ADAPTIL Calm can reduce destruction by 73% and vocalisation by 67% for dogs stressed when left home alone.

Duration of use must be adjusted depending on the nature/cause of the fear (see table below) and according to the duration of combined behavioral therapy. Calming Caps. Dog calming caps offer a slight variation on the classic compression garment – these head caps are designed to fit snuggly around your dog’s head and ears, providing gentle compression while also dampening sounds that can trigger reactive dogs. Pheromone diffusers for anxious pets have received positive testimonies from cat and dog owners. Some even say their pet is entirely different after using a calming plug-in. Studies have shown that pheromone diffusers help calm anxious dogs and cats in certain circumstances. Calming collars. Like the Adaptil, calming collars use synthetic pheromones to soothe doggos. Instead of dispersing them via a diffuser, they’re concentrated around a thin collar you place on your dog in addition to her usual collar or harness. These seek to calm your pet wherever she goes, indoors or out, making them attractive choices for pup parents on the go. Sometimes calming scents like lavender are used in place of synthetic pheromones, but these appear to be less effective. Aromatherapy. Essential oils such as lavender and chamomile are often diffused for their calming effects. Aromatherapy is popular in all-natural circles, though special care should be taken, as many essential oils are harmful to dogs. Your pup’s nose is also far more sensitive than yours, so always use the less is more approach to avoid bothering your dog’s sniffer.The beneficial effect of dog appeasing pheromone in ADAPTIL products has been shown in studies published in peer reviewed scientific journals or presented at international conferences. It can take between two weeks and a month to see an improvement in your pet’s stress levels, and it is also worth noting that some cats and dogs don’t seem to respond to the diffusers at all, and it is possible that your own pet will be among their number. While relatively common, canine anxiety isn’t always easy to spot. It manifests in several ways, with some dogs experiencing minor symptoms while others go to extremes. ADAPTIL Calm provides your dog with this appeasing pheromone, which you cannot release yourself: it contributes to their well-being, helps them adapt to stressful situations, and provides calm for dogs.

We at ADAPTIL are dedicated to helping people resolve these problems and provide as much advice as possible before recommending a qualified behaviourist, or additional environmental changes which may be needed alongside the pheromones. We will ask you a series of questions to understand more about your pet and the inappropriate behaviours they are displaying. Sheppard and Mills. Evaluation of dog-appeasing pheromone as a potential treatment for dogs fearful of fireworks. Veterinary Record (2003) 152:432-436 doi: 10.1136/vr.152.14.432 We’ll explain what the Dog Adaptil Diffuser is and discuss whether it may work for your dog below. Key Takeaways: Do Dog Adaptil Diffusers Really Work? This may vary from separation anxiety in puppyhood to sudden worries as a senior. It doesn’t always reflect on training or socialization, either, so don’t beat yourself up if your dog is anxious. Some pups are just naturally nervous nellies.

What are pheromones?

New diffusers may smell slightly for the first 24 hours, just as an electrical heater might when dust has collected on it. Diffusers in a very dusty environment may smell more persistently. Make sure that a dog or cat has not urinated onto the device and that there is no debris on the heating element. If the device is used continuously for long periods of time, we recommend that it is changed every 6 months or every 6 refills.

It is recommended to keep the dog indoors during the firework/event. Otherwise ADAPTIL ® Collar can be an efficacious alternative for outdoor dogs. To adapt to a new environment or coping with a temporary challenge is potentially stressful for most dogs. In some dogs, mild fears and worries can develop into phobias or stress-related conditions.Nursing mother dogs naturally produce an appeasing pheromone. This pheromone provides reassurance to the puppies, helping them to feel safe and secure when encountering new experiences and unknown environments. Clinical studies have demonstrated that a synthetic analogue of the dog appeasing pheromone (D.A.P. ®) helps provide reassurance and comfort to puppies and dogs of all ages. Canine anxiety is more common than you’d think, with most dogs experiencing it at least once in life.