Many people wonder whether using a spray, diffuser or pheromones collar to treat the anxiety and stress of the dog, although the efficacy of this type of product is scientifically proven, the use of pheromones cannot help all dogs in the same way and is not a substitute.for ethological treatment.
In this article of Animal Expert we will try to clarify the most common doubts that arise among tutors about the use in females, males or puppies.Read on and learn all about dog pheromones with anxiety.
- Calming pheromones.
- Known in English as Dog Calming Pheromones (DAP).
- Are a mixture of stress and fatty acids released by the sebaceous glands of dogs during lactation.
- Usually secreted between 3 and 5 days after delivery and are detected by the vomerasal organ (Jacobson’s organ) in adults and puppies.
The purpose of the secretion of these pheromones is primarily to calm.It also helps establish a link between the parent and the endoscope.Commercial soothing pheromones are a synthetic copy of the original pheromone.
The initial experiment of these Adaptil brand pheromones was conducted on puppies from 6 to 12 weeks, which greatly reduced anxiety levels and was more relaxed.Its use in young and adult dogs continues to be effective to facilitate intraspecific relationships (members of the same species) as well as in promoting relaxation and well-being.
The dog-reliesing pheromone, offers help, although not adaptable in all cases, in stressful situations that a dog may suffer, is a complementary treatment and recommended in the following cases:
Despite this, in order for a dog to stop showing the behavioral problems mentioned above, it is essential to perform a therapy of modification of the behavior that, in combination with synthetic substances, improves the prognosis of the dog.To do this, it is preferable to consult an ethologist, a veterinarian specialized in animal behavior.
The use of these substances is recommended due to the ease of application and the absence of known side effects.According to Patrick Pgeat, veterinarian specializing in ethology, it is “an alternative supportive therapy, as well as a preventive treatment for various behavioral disorders It is recommended to use it in newly adopted puppies, in the socialization phase of dogs, to improve training and as a way to directly improve animal welfare.
Currently, only two brands offer this synthetic pheromone evaluated by studies: Adaptil and Zylkene, despite this, there are other brands on the market that can offer the same therapeutic accompaniment.
Whatever the format, they are all equally effective, but probably the diffuser is the most recommended for dogs that need to improve their well-being at home, due to separation-related disorders, for example.The use of the spray is more recommended to enhance well-being in specific situations and the collar or collar for general use.
In any case, we recommend that you consult your veterinarian for any doubts you may have regarding the use of these products and remember once again that these are not therapies but support or prevention of a deviation of behavior.
This article is for informational purposes only, in Animal Expert.com.br we cannot prescribe veterinary treatments or make any type of diagnosis, we suggest taking your pet to the veterinarian in case of any type of condition or discomfort.
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