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Prescription Anti-Anxiety Medication For Dogs

Prescription anti-anxiety medication can help dogs suffering from anxiety-related disorders feel calmer and happier. These medications are only available with a veterinarian's prescription and should only be given to dogs under the guidance of a qualified veterinarian. Some common prescription dog anxiety meds include fluoxetine, amitriptyline, and trazodone. These medications work by altering the chemical balance in the brain, which can help to reduce anxiety symptoms in dogs.

FAQs About Dog Anxiety Medicine

Your veterinarian may prescribe anxiety medication after other natural remedies have not worked. To avoid any harm to your pup, always check with your veterinarian to ensure proper use and dosage of medications. Additionally, your veterinarian might want to advise working with a dog trainer in combination with prescribed medication to aid in the unwanted behavior.

Ordering prescription anti-anxiety medicine for dogs is a simple process. Just add the item to your cart, fill in your pet and veterinarian’s information, and Petco will handle getting the prescription.

There are plenty of medications to help calm dogs. Veterinarians can prescribe serotonin-reuptake inhibitors or antidepressants for severe cases. There are also natural calming aids, such as chews, oils and crates.

Oral medications can begin working within 20-30 minutes of ingestion. Other medications prescribed by your veterinarian work over time and can take up to a couple of weeks to start being effective, which is why working with a dog trainer or veterinary behaviorist can be an important mode of therapy for your stressed or anxious pet, depending on the inciting cause.