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Products containing natural calming herbs such as valerian root, chamomile and passion flower help to sooth the nervous system. Flower essence (Rescue Remedy) has been used successfully for many years to reduce anxiety.
Medication is usually only used for a few months, though in some cases it is required for more than a year. Medication adjustments may be needed to get the correct dosage. Medicines were developed to treat symptoms, in much opinion; they will sometime completely ignore the cause of the disease or problem. Prevention of a disease did not factor into this reactive approach to medicine.
We should beware of all of the medications that our veterinarian may give your cat. You will need to ask your Vet as to any reaction that could happen there are many medications that often are ineffective and may have serious side effects. Medication for your cat should be only given only when it is absolutely necessary. Instead we should try and help our animal friends with natural solutions if possible.
“Tranquility Blend” is thought to reduce physical tension and bring about a more relaxed state without impairing motor function or mental alertness. Holistic veterinarians have been using this formula in situations where nervousness or nerve dysfunction plays a negative factor in the well-being of the animal. Tranquilizers may also reduce inhibitions, in your cat which can cause pets to scratch, bite, or pee on the floor when they wouldn’t normally do these things. Additionally, when using tranquilizers in many cases reduce the effectiveness of helpful behavior modification techniques such as gradually exposing a phobic animal to a feared situation or individual.
In using some of this medication you will be watching for side affects that may include Symptoms that may include increased thirst, gradual weight loss, vomiting, bad breath, mouth problems and loss of condition. Anemia can also be associated with kidney disease. There are some medications that could possibly cause your cat to develop problems and become, disoriented and then have seizures and even could eventually lead to there death.
Animals need time outdoors where they can naturally seek out herbs that will help them maintain the health of their digestive system. All carnivorous animals, including dogs and cats, will naturally induce vomiting from time to time as a cleansing process to get rid of excess bile, mucus and other impurities. Research has shown that the medications have reassuring properties of these pheromones persist even into adult age.
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