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- January 04, 2024
With Fireworks night upon us, let's focus on two products to help relieve pet anxiety - Dorwest Scullcap & Valerian Tablets and Dorwest Valerian Compound
Anxiety and nervous behaviour in dogs and cats can encompass an array of conditions with many varied causes that may need different actions.
Herbal products are ideal to induce calm and relaxed demeanour, but some cases will also benefit from the use of behavioural techniques from a qualified animal behaviourist.
Specific situations can cause anxiety – such as thunderstorms, fireworks, travelling, meeting strangers, going into kennels, visits to the vets or just a new experience or an unfamiliar place. Often the problem is not really nervousness
- January 04, 2024
Sometimes it is not just us humans that can suffer from a case of the back to work blues. After all of the hustle and bustle of the festive period January can be a tough time for our pets, particularly for those who do not like to be left alone
From personal experience with my Cockapoo (also known as velcro dogs as they stick to you like glue!) I know that separation anxiety can be very tricky to deal with, especially if you work long hours and need to be able to leave your pet on their own from time to time. The whining, crying and howling can be very distressing, both for pet and owner! Not to mention the destructive behaviour some dogs can exert when left on their own.
We have put together our best hints and tips as well as some of our calming products which can help your pets deal with
- July 22, 2021
The Coronavirus pandemic has had a massive impact on daily life for everyone around the world, with many people spending more time at home. Dogs like us are very social creatures, but as children return to school and parents start returning to work after this extended period at home, there is a concern that some dogs are showing signs of separation anxiety. So here are some tips to help you.
So what is Separation Anxiety?
Separation anxiety is the stress felt when an animal is away from its owner. In the wild dogs are part of a pack and relish company. It is a complex problem and separation anxiety can vary greatly in its