New dogs next door - My dog is freaking out

[bewitched]

I fill it about 1/2 to 2/3 full so it's harder to get out.

I believe that Rescue Remedy's main relaxing ingredient is alcohol...you could try the old time remedy for birthing stress of adding a teaspoon of booze to a bowl of broth (or mixed in w/some food).

[Not Afraid]

Originally Posted by bewitched

I fill it about 1/2 to 2/3 full so it's harder to get out.

I believe that Rescue Remedy's main relaxing ingredient is alcohol...you could try the old time remedy for birthing stress of adding a teaspoon of booze to a bowl of broth (or mixed in w/some food).

The pet version I have used on clients' dogs is alcohol free. I'm not as familiar with this product as I am with the others that have additional ingredients besides bach flower essences. Alcohol is toxic to dogs. I would never recommend giving alcohol in any amount to a dog (or a cat).

I have used both the other remedies I suggested and have had great results with Kimchi, who can be just a tad high strung.

[bewitched]

While I would never advocate copious amounts, alcohol is toxic to dogs in the same sense that it is toxic to humans (and, being much smaller dogs can only tolerate small amouts). Many mainstream and "natural" calming products contain alcohol as one of their main ingredients, including this one, which is sold by many vets (it is 13% alcohol).

I have worked with rescue groups (including currently having 1 foster and one dog that I kept after fostering her for several months) and in shelters, my grandfather bred pugs, my mother bred rotties, my sister shows and trains champion agility dogs (you can catch her on tv at the national championships next month--YAY Jenn!!). I only say this to point out that I have extensive experience with dogs. I am in no way advocating anyone allowing their dog to get "drunk" nor am I advocating regular dosing. Having said that, I stand by the fact that a mild dosing is a tried and true old-time remedy.

Having said all of that, when I have had doggy anxiety issues, my doggy psychologist has always prescribed Xanax combined (in a few cases) with an antidepressant and/or behavior modification training.


Oh, and I would never give alcohol to a cat-- they metabolize it differently (as they do many things) and even very small doses can be deadly.

[bewitched]

If the barking continues, despite your best efforts, you could try a citronella collar. I have never personally used one but I know several people who have with great results.

[Morrigoon]

Originally Posted by bewitched

If the barking continues, despite your best efforts, you could try a citronella collar. I have never personally used one but I know several people who have with great results.

I like the citronella collars. It doesn't hurt but it's unpleasant enough that even the threat of "the collar" is enough to quiet my dogs down. Though I think half the "punishment" of the collar is having to wear it. Bark collars are a bit on the heavy side and I'm sure they don't appreciate having a heavy box at their throat. Then again, like I said, the mere sight of it is enough to get my dogs to cool it.