ian Judy Korman, at Assisi Animal Health, in New York City and Santa Fe, New Mexico. A 2019 pilot study of nine dogs that she conducted in cooperation with the North Carolina State Univer- sity of Veterinary Medicine, which developed the device, showed that the tPEMF signals reduced anxiety and restored calm.
Exercise “I’ve tried medication and natural supplements, and have found that what works best for all three of my dogs is plenty of exercise. Long walks, especially in new locations with new smells, are a favorite,” says Kimberly Gauthier, a blogger at Keep the Tail Wag- ging and Dog Mom Style, in Marysville, Washington. T ere is a physiological reason for engaging in walks guided
by the dog’s nose. “T e more the dog is able to take in scent, the more it triggers the seeking part of the brain, the more enriching life is for the dog and the more it calms them down,” says Mittsy Voiles, a behavior specialist at the Lake Mills Veterinary Clinic, in Wisconsin.
Food and Supplements Good nutrition allows dogs to be more successful citizens. “If you make the baseline fundamentals good, it gives the dog the ability to think, process its environment and have less anxiety,” says ho- listic veterinarian Catherine Alinovi, at Healthy Pawsibilities, in Clearwater, Florida. Processed kibble with food coloring is dog- gie junk food. “Kibble Quandary: A Fresh Look at Pet Food,” at
NaturalAwakenings.com, suggests healthier feeding options. How a dog is fed can also have an impact. Putting food
in puzzle toys facilitates a brain exercise that improves confi - dence. “Dogs who spend part of their day working out puzzles are really engaging that opportunistic scavenger part of their biology,” says Voiles. Commonly, pet owners are turning to the hemp plant
derivative CBD as a calming aid. For those considering nutraceu- ticals, herbs and supplements, a holistic veterinarian can make recommendations.
Accessories Diff using calming essential oils may relax some dogs, but a mild scent for humans could supersaturate a dog’s olfactory organ, preventing them from smelling what’s necessary. Learning how to use essential oils safely around pets is critical. But the pacifying scent of natural pheromones that mimic the comfort of nursing are hard to beat; pheromone-based products in sprays, diff users, wipes and collars can be found in natural-health stores and pet stores. “It’s eff ective for dogs who need to feel safe or when adjust- ing to a new environment,” says Voiles. T underShirts, special blankets and Dog TV are tried by
many, but no one option works for every dog. “When people try things and don’t get improvement, they should seek a holistic vet- erinarian who can help fi gure out what is going on,” says Alinovi.
Julie Peterson writes about wellness and the environment. Reach out at
JuliePeterson2222@gmail.com.
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