Vet Classics Anxiety & Stress Soft Chews for Dogs (120 count)

Daily Anxiety and Stress Relief Soft Chews for Dogs

Product Description

Vet Classics Anxiety & Stress Soft Chews is a veterinarian-formulated calming supplement featuring a comprehensive blend of 13 active ingredients designed to support the nervous system and help reduce anxiety and tension in dogs. Combining traditional calming herbs such as Passion Flower, Ginkgo biloba, Ziziphus, and Schisandra with B vitamins and Melatonin, this twice-daily supplement supports calming behavior during traveling, boarding, separation, and everyday stress. NASC certified and backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee.

Benefits

• Comprehensive 13-Ingredient Calming Formula: A broad-spectrum formula combining traditional calming herbs, Chinese herbal ingredients, B vitamins, and Melatonin for multi-angle anxiety and stress support.
• Magnesium Aspartate Nervous System Support: Magnesium Aspartate at 158 mg per chew supports healthy nervous system function and helps reduce tension and restlessness in anxious dogs.
• Passion Flower Relaxation: Passion Flower at 131 mg provides a well-established botanical calming effect, helping dogs maintain a more relaxed and balanced behavioral state.
• Traditional Chinese Calming Herbs: Includes Ginkgo biloba, Ziziphus, Schisandra, Polygala, and Dan Shen, drawing on traditional Eastern herbal knowledge to provide balanced, multi-herb calming support.
• B Vitamins for Stress Resilience: Includes Thiamine (B1), Niacin (B3), and Pyridoxine (B6) to help support the nervous system's ability to manage and respond to stress.
• Twice-Daily for Ongoing Support: Formulated for twice-daily administration, making it suitable for ongoing daily stress management as well as situational use during travels, boarding, and separation.

Variants

120 ct

Ingredients

Composition (Per 3 g Soft Chew)

Inactive Ingredients

Brewers Dried Yeast, Canola Oil, Dried Potato Product, Flaxseed, Glycerin, Lecithin, Maltodextrin, Mixed Tocopherols, Natural Flavoring, Rosemary Extract, Sorbic Acid, Tapioca Starch, Vegetable Oil, Water

How to Use

Recommended Dosage Chart

Disclaimer: Product information and usage guidelines are provided by the manufacturer. Always use products as directed on the label and consult your veterinarian before use if you have any concerns regarding your pet's health.

Dosage & Administration Instructions

• Give Twice Daily: Administer the correct weight-based number of soft chews twice daily for ongoing calming support; give before a stressor for situational use.
• Begin a Few Days Before Stressful Events: For scheduled stressors such as travel or boarding, begin administering a few days in advance to allow serotonin levels to build up.
• Give 30-45 Minutes Before a Stressor: For situational use, such as vet visits or fireworks, give 30-45 minutes before the event to allow calming effects to take hold.
• Suitable for Dogs Over 12 Weeks: This supplement is formulated for dogs older than 12 weeks and is not appropriate for very young puppies.
• Do Not Leave Packaging Unattended: These chews are highly palatable. Make sure the jar is always stored safely out of your dog's reach when not in use.
• Use Only as Directed by Your Veterinarian: Every dog responds differently to supplements, so always follow your veterinarian's recommendations and stick to the suggested dosing guidelines.

Additional Information

Precautions

• Pregnancy Safety Unproven: The safety of this supplement during pregnancy or in animals intended for breeding has not been established, making veterinary consultation essential before use.
• MAO Inhibitors and Sedatives: Do not use with MAO inhibitors or sedatives; always inform your veterinarian of all supplements your dog is taking.
• ACE Inhibitors, NSAIDs, and Aspirin: Use with caution in dogs taking ACE inhibitors, NSAIDs, or aspirin; consult your veterinarian regarding potential interactions.
• Bleeding Disorders: Use with caution in animals with pre-existing bleeding disorders; consult your veterinarian before starting.
• Should Not Be Used Prior to Surgery: Do not administer this supplement before surgical procedures; inform your veterinarian of all supplements in use before any scheduled surgery.
• Stop If Condition Worsens: If your dog's condition worsens or does not improve, stop immediately and consult your veterinarian.

Possible Side Effects

• Mild Digestive Sensitivity: Mild digestive upset may occur in some dogs; give chews during or after meals to help minimize any gastrointestinal discomfort.

Storage Information

• Cool, Dry Storage: Keep the jar stored in a cool, dry spot and always seal it tightly between uses to preserve freshness and stop the soft chews from drying out.

Shipping & Return

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What is Vet Classics Anxiety & Stress Soft Chews used for?

Ans: Vet Classics Anxiety & Stress Soft Chews is a veterinarian-formulated supplement designed to help reduce anxiety and stress in dogs during traveling, boarding, and separation. The 13-ingredient formula supports nervous system function and calming behavior. It is recommended for ongoing twice-daily use and for situational calming during high-stress events.

Q2: What makes this formula unique compared to simpler calming supplements?

Ans: Vet Classics Anxiety & Stress uses 13 active ingredients per chew, including traditional Chinese calming herbs (Ziziphus, Schizandra, Polygala, Dan Shen) alongside Western botanicals (Passion Flower, Chamomile), Magnesium Aspartate, Oyster Shell, B vitamins, and Melatonin. This multi-ingredient, multi-mechanism approach provides broader calming support than simpler single- or two-ingredient formulas.

Q3: How do I give Vet Classics Anxiety & Stress Soft Chews to my dog?

Ans: Give the weight-based number of chews twice daily: 1 chew twice daily for dogs up to 50 lbs; 2 chews twice daily for dogs over 50 lbs. Use only as directed by your veterinarian. For situational use, give 30-45 minutes before the stressor. For scheduled events, begin a few days in advance.

Q4: How long does the 120-count jar last?

Ans: The 120 ct jar provides 120 full soft chews. For a dog up to 50 lbs receiving 1 chew twice daily (2 chews per day), the jar lasts approximately 60 days (2 months). For a dog over 50 lbs receiving 2 chews twice daily (4 chews per day), the jar lasts approximately 30 days (1 month).

Q5: What is Ziziphus, and why is it in this formula?

Ans: Ziziphus (Ziziphus jujuba) is a fruit used in Traditional Chinese Medicine, traditionally valued for supporting a calm mind and reducing restlessness and anxiety. In this formula, 26 mg per chew contributes to the multi-herb calming approach alongside other traditional Eastern ingredients, including Schizandra, Polygala, and Dan Shen.

Q6: Why does the manufacturer recommend starting a few days before stressful events?

Ans: The manufacturer notes that these chews work by supporting serotonin levels in the brain, a process that builds over time with consistent use. Beginning administration a few days before a scheduled stressful event, such as boarding, travel, or a vet visit,t allows serotonin levels to rise, potentially making the calming effect more pronounced and reliable.

Q7: Can Vet Classics Anxiety & Stress be used every day long-term?

Ans: Yes. The manufacturer formulates this product for ongoing twice-daily use, making it suitable for dogs with chronic everyday anxiety in addition to situational stress. For situations like separation anxiety, the chews can be given every day. Consult your veterinarian for guidance on long-term daily use in your specific dog.