We’ve been discussing natural pet calmers and have looked at calcium and magnesium, lavender oil, pheromones, melatonin, Chinese herbal formulas, and flower essence remedies. Now, let’s consider homeopathic remedies.
Safety of homeopathic meds
Homeopathic medications contain dilute amounts of an herb, plant, mineral or animal product that leaves its energy in the medication. Homeopathics are excellent choices for weak or debilitated pets because they don’t interact with any medications the pet may be taking. Thus, you don't need to worry about whether you'll need to change a dose of lasix that drains off fluid or digoxin that slows and strengthens the heart.
Another advantage of homeopathic medications is that they have little potential to cause harm. This is unlike antibiotics, prednisone, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), or even herbs--all of which can have detrimental effects as well as beneficial effects.
Because of their safety and their ease of use in pets taking multiple medications, we like to use homeopathic medications to calm pets.
Prescribe using pet's nature
To get the most effective homeopathic calming med, we select one that reflects the personality of the pet, as well as the situation. In some cases, however, we can calm pets by choosing generic homeopathic meds designed to treat restless and stress.
Which commonly used homeopathic remedies calm pets?
Among the calming homeopathic remedies are:
• Argentum
• Belladonna
• Cantharis
• Chamomile
• Kali bromatum
• Sepia
• Skullcap
• Valerian
• Zincum
Chamomile is one of my favorites for calming garden-variety, irritable pets.
Prescription homeopathics more effective than generic over-the-counter medsHomeopathic medications are available over-the-counter or over the internet, and are safe for most pets at low doses. The greatest benefit, though, comes from using homeopathics at high doses (which means multiple dilutions), which are prescribed by trained homeopaths.
What's coming?
In our next, last blog on calming agents, we’ll cover acupuncture points that help calm pets.
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