[UPDATED AUGUST 2024]
Dogs can become stressed for many reasons. Unlike us pet owners, they often don’t know how to process or deal with that, which in turn can make things worse for them.
They can become withdrawn, naughty and destructive when they are upset, and this can make life difficult for everyone. As pet owners, we don’t like to see our dogs in distress, which is why we’re constantly looking for ways to help.
At YuMOVE, we’ve developed YuMOVE Calming Care for Dogs: a natural, non-sedating, calming supplement for your dog that can be integrated into their existing daily routine to help support calm and relaxed behaviour.
Why do dogs get anxious?
“Dogs who are anxious may exhibit a number of different behaviours, from tucking their tails between their legs to trembling, whimpering, backing away or fleeing from disturbing situations. All of these can be signs that your pet is feeling stressed and may need help – whether by being removed from the situation or undergoing behavioural training. We always recommend speaking to your vet first if you spot signs of anxiety in your pet, in case there is anything more going on.”– Dr Charlotte Rice, Senior Veterinary Technical Manager at Lintbells | Home of YuMOVE
There can be many different triggers for anxiety or stress in your dog. Some of these might appear obvious, such as loud noises, other dogs, or being left alone. But there are often other causes that might not be so apparent – the hoover, people wearing hats, certain music. This might depend on the environment your dog was first born into or raised in, particularly if you have a rescue dog, or it might be something that spooked them when they were young and has settled as a trigger.
Understanding that your dog is anxious is the first step to helping them get better. There are several key signs of doggy anxiety that can indicate that your dog is feeling distressed. Once you know how to spot these signs, you’re in a better position to change the environment, give your dog a calming supplement, and look into training that can help to alleviate their fears.
How does YuMOVE Calming Care for Dogs work?
YuMOVE Calming Care is packed with science-backed ingredients that help ease anxiety, reduce stress and support calm behaviour. These include:
- Lemon Balm – Lemon balm helps with feelings of relaxation, soothing stress and encouraging calmer behaviour.
- B Vitamins – B Vitamins support healthy brain function and help maintain the production of calming signals.
- Natural fish protein – Our special blend of natural fish protein hydrolysates supports your dog’s brain, helping ease anxiety.
- L-Tryptophan – L-Tryptophan supports the production of the calming compound serotonin.
All these natural ingredients are combined in a tried-and-tested formula that gets great feedback on results from dog owners.
When do I give YuMOVE Calming Care for Dogs?
We have dog owners who give their pets a YuMOVE Calming Care supplement every day as their dogs are prone to stress year-round. If your dog is subject to regular anxiety, such as when meeting other dogs on walkies, it might be worth considering this approach.
For dogs who experience anxiety in more specific situations – like becoming distressed by fireworks, for example – we recommend starting your dog on YuMOVE Calming Care 4-6 weeks before the potentially triggering event to help them cope. This gives Calming Care’s active ingredients enough to begin exerting their soothing effects.
YuMOVE Calming Care is also available in a tasty bite format that’s perfect for fussy pups. Both the tablets and chews contain the same great active ingredients in the same quantities.
If your dog is dealing with anxiety, we always recommend speaking to your vet first and foremost. They can advise you on the best steps to take and may refer you to a certified animal behaviourist or offer training tips or additional recommendations directly.
