Stress & Calming Supplements
Dogs and cats experience stress in much the same way as humans do. They have their own set of stresses that uniquely define their reactions to depression, separation anxiety, loneliness, boredom, frustration, noise intolerance, fear of other animals or humans, fear of owner's anger, and uncertainties in new life situations such as new home, new family, or new family member.
YuMOVE Calming Care for Adult Cats (30 Capsules)
£10.16 Save up to 15%YuMOVE Calming Care for Adult Cats is a scientifically proven supplement to support calm behaviour, reduce stress and ease anxiety in your cat. Suitable for short or long-term use, the...[More info]
VetIQ Serene Calming Tablets for Cats and Dogs (Pack of 30)
£4.64 Save up to 15%VetIQ Serene Calming Tablets for Cats and Dogs are formulated with natural ingredients to help calm hyperactive or nervous cats and dogs during stressful situations. These tablets are...[More info]
SereniCare Calming Support for Dogs and Cats
£28.60SereniCare Calming Support contains a synergistic blend of ingredients to help manage stress, anxiety and gut health in both cats and dogs. Made with a delicious chicken flavour for...[More info]
YuMOVE Calming Care One-a-Day Tasty Bites (30 Chews)
From:£18.19 to… £30.30 Save up to 15%YuMOVE Calming Care One-a-Day Tasty Bites are natural calming supplements for dogs who are stressed or nervous. Made with a scientifically proven blend of ingredients that work I synergy to...[More info]
VBS Calming Liquid Supplement 120ml
£27.12VBS Calming Liquid Supplement is ideal for cats and small dogs as a means calming anxious and aggressive pets naturally, effectively and safely. This innovative supplement boasts a highly...[More info]
Zylkene Plus 75mg Capsules for Cats and Small Dogs
£23.95Zylkene Plus Capsules for Cats and Small Dogs help to promote a calm and relaxed behaviour in cats and dogs under 10kg during stressful periods, such as when your pet’s routine or...[More info]
Vet's Best Comfort Calm Tablets For Dogs (60 Tablets)
£11.60Vet’s Best Comfort Calm Tablets For Dogs uses a unique blend of naturally occurring plant extracts from recognised sustainable sources, to create convenient and easy to administer...[More info]
ProDen KalmAid Gel for Cats 50ml
£15.16ProDen KalmAid Gel is a complementary supplement that can be added to your cat’s feed to help calm them in stressful situations. Made with a tasty Salmon flavour for easy...[More info]
Zylkene Plus 450mg Capsules for Large Dogs
£57.95Zylkene Plus 450mg Capsules for Large Dogs will help large dogs over 30kg remain calm and relaxed during periods of stress, such as when their routine or living environment is changed....[More info]
Zylkene Plus 225mg Capsules for Medium Dogs
£37.96Zylkene Plus 225mg Capsules for Medium Dogs help dogs from 10 to 30kg maintain a calm and relaxed behaviour during periods of stress, such as when their routine or normal environment is...[More info]
Stress in pets causes the release of adrenaline and other chemicals within their body that elevate blood sugar levels and blood pressure and increases the workload of the heart and lungs. As the body quickly funnels all energy toward the 'fight or flight' response, blood vessels constrict and other systems, such as the digestive and immune system are inhibited. Levels of the stress hormone, cortisol, climb and may remain elevated for a long time, even after the stressors are removed.
There will be situations where your pet wants to express excitement and happiness through their body language. If they want to share their excitement with you, certain manifestations may appear to be stress signals. Abnormal behaviours may not mean stress every time. If you are observant, you will be able to sift through such behaviours and determine which are caused by stress.
Be on the lookout for 'clusters' of stress signs such as barking or meowing constantly, whining, scratching, digging, drooling, trembling and shaking, pacing, rapid panting, 'submissive' urination or marking, diarrhoea, vomiting, loss of appetite, destructive behaviour, avoiding eye contact, keeping the tail between the legs and acting shy.
Unresolved stress can lead to behavioural problems and health problems as your pets body is not equipped to handle the ‘fight or flight’ response in the long term. Dogs and cats are much less prone to stress if they lead a happy life that includes plenty of exercise (one of the best stress busters), grooming, and of course fresh water and food.