Anxiety
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🟢 Feliway Classic Calming Diffuser Refill
1 ct
3 ct
6 ct
🟢 Feliway Classic Calming Diffuser Starter Kit
References and resources
- Gunn-Moore DA, Cameron ME. A pilot study using synthetic feline facial pheromone for the management of feline idiopathic cystitis. Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery. 2004;6(3):133-138. doi:10.1016/j.jfms.2004.01.006
🟢 Feliway Classic Calming Spray (60 mL)
🟢 Feliway Optimum Enhanced Calming Pheromone Diffuser Refill
1 ct
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3 ct
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6 ct
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😺 Luna Says
We’ve found that this works better than the Feliway “Classic” variety for managing my cystitis.
🟢 Feliway Optimum Enhanced Calming Pheromone Diffuser Starter Kit
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😺 Luna Says
We’ve found that this works better than the Feliway “Classic” variety for managing my cystitis.
🟢 Frisco Senior Litter Box
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😺 Luna Says
The low sides make getting in and out easy on my arthritic joints. Having pain-free access nearby helps with my cystitis. The large area means less difficulty and anxiety finding the perfect spot for a deposit. And Dad says it works great with the Petivity litter box monitor.
🟢 Generic Gabapentin Compounded Tablet
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References and resources
- Adrian D, Papich MG, Baynes R, Stafford E, Lascelles BDX. The pharmacokinetics of gabapentin in cats. J Vet Intern Med. 2018; 32: 1996-2002. doi:10.1111/jvim.15313
- Buckley C, Griffin C, Anderson H, Moore SA. Presumed gabapentin-induced myoclonus in two cats. JFMS Open Rep. 2024 Nov 28;10(2):20551169241273634. doi:10.1177/20551169241273634
- Di Cesare F, Negro V, Ravasio G, Villa R, Draghi S, Cagnardi P. Gabapentin: Clinical Use and Pharmacokinetics in Dogs, Cats, and Horses. Animals. 2023; 13(12):2045. doi:10.3390/ani13122045
- Fantinati M, Trnka J, Signor A, et al. Appetite-stimulating effect of gabapentin vs mirtazapine in healthy cats post-ovariectomy. Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery. 2020;22(12):1176-1183. doi:10.1177/1098612X20916391
- Guedes AGP, Meadows JM, Pypendop BH, Johnson EG, Zaffarano B. Assessment of the effects of gabapentin on activity levels and owner-perceived mobility impairment and quality of life in osteoarthritic geriatric cats. J Am Vet Med Assoc. 2018 Sep 1;253(5):579-585. doi:10.2460/javma.253.5.579
- Madan RD, Cenani A, Montgomery E, Azevedo T, Vernau KM, Brosnan RJ. Pregabalin produces similar effects as gabapentin for preanesthetic sedation in cats. J Am Vet Med Assoc. 2023 Dec 22;262(3):359-363. doi:10.2460/javma.23.09.0493
- Quimby JM, Lorbach SK, Saffire A, et al. Serum concentrations of gabapentin in cats with chronic kidney disease. Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery. 2022;24(12):1260-1266. doi:10.1177/1098612X221077017
- Quimby JM, Jones SE, Saffire A, et al. Assessment of the effect of gabapentin on blood pressure in cats with and without chronic kidney disease. Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery. 2024;26(5). doi:10.1177/1098612X241240326
- Rusbridge C. Neuropathic pain in cats: mechanisms and multimodal management. Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery. 2024;26(5). doi:10.1177/1098612X241246518
- Siao KT, Pypendop BH, Ilkiw JE. Pharmacokinetics of gabapentin in cats. Am J Vet Res. 2010 Jul;71(7):817-21. doi:10.2460/ajvr.71.7.817
- Vanderhoof C. Gabapentin for Cats: A Common Option for Pain and Anxiety. GoodRx. 2024. https://www.goodrx.com/pet-health/cat/gabapentin-for-cats
- Zand L, McKian KP, Qian Q. Gabapentin toxicity in patients with chronic kidney disease: a preventable cause of morbidity. Am J Med. 2010 Apr;123(4):367-73. doi:10.1016/j.amjmed.2009.09.030
- Zour E, Lodhi SA, Nesbitt RU, Silbering SB, Chaturvedi PR. Stability studies of gabapentin in aqueous solutions. Pharm Res. 1992 May;9(5):595-600. doi:10.1023/a:1015833622943
🟢 Purina Calming Care (30 ct)
References and resources
- Davis H, Franco P, Gagne J, McGowan RTS, Hawley J, Lappin M. Effect of Bifidobacterium longum 999 supplementation on stress associated findings in cats with FHV-1 infection. In: 2021 ACVIM Forum Research Abstract Program. J Vet Intern Med. 2021 Nov;35(6):2943-3204. doi:10.1111/jvim.16220
- Lilly ML. Nutritional Intervention for Feline Stress. Today’s Veterinary Practice. 2022. https://todaysveterinarypractice.com/nutrition/feline-stress-nutrition/
- McGowan RTS, Barnett HR, Czarnecki-Maulden G, et al. Tapping into the “gut feelings”: impact of BL999 (Bifidobacterium longum) on anxiety in dogs. Nestlé Purina Research. 2018. https://fearfreepets.com/wp-content/uploads/delightful-downloads/2018/11/Ragen-McGowan-2018-VBS-Abstract.pdf
🟢 Vetoquinol Zylkene Calming Supplement (75 mg)
14 ct
30 ct
60 ct
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120 ct
References and resources
- Beata C, Beaumont-Graff E, Coll V, Cordel J, Marion M, Massal N, Marlois N, Tauzin J. Effect of alpha-casozepine (Zylkene) on anxiety in cats. Journal of Veterinary Behavior. 2007;2(2):40-46. doi:10.1016/j.jveb.2007.02.002
- Landsberg G, Milgram B, Mougeot I, Kelly S, de Rivera C. Therapeutic effects of an alpha-casozepine and L-tryptophan supplemented diet on fear and anxiety in the cat. J Feline Med Surg. 2017 Jun;19(6):594-602. doi:10.1177/1098612X16669399
🟢 VRS flo cat (powder, 90 g)
Promote optimal urinary tract health and function.
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😺 Luna Says
Please be aware this product contains a small amount of cranberry.
Anxiety references and resources
- Davis H, Franco P, Gagne J, McGowan RTS, Hawley J, Lappin M. Effect of Bifidobacterium longum 999 supplementation on stress associated findings in cats with FHV-1 infection. In: 2021 ACVIM Forum Research Abstract Program. J Vet Intern Med. 2021 Nov;35(6):2943-3204. doi:10.1111/jvim.16220
- Beata C, Beaumont-Graff E, Coll V, Cordel J, Marion M, Massal N, Marlois N, Tauzin J. Effect of alpha-casozepine (Zylkene) on anxiety in cats. Journal of Veterinary Behavior. 2007;2(2):40-46. doi:10.1016/j.jveb.2007.02.002
- Lilly ML. Nutritional Intervention for Feline Stress. Today’s Veterinary Practice. 2022. https://todaysveterinarypractice.com/nutrition/feline-stress-nutrition/
- McGowan RTS, Barnett HR, Czarnecki-Maulden G, et al. Tapping into the “gut feelings”: impact of BL999 (Bifidobacterium longum) on anxiety in dogs. Nestlé Purina Research. 2018. https://fearfreepets.com/wp-content/uploads/delightful-downloads/2018/11/Ragen-McGowan-2018-VBS-Abstract.pdf
- Vanderhoof C. Gabapentin for Cats: A Common Option for Pain and Anxiety. GoodRx. 2024. https://www.goodrx.com/pet-health/cat/gabapentin-for-cats