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LvMyYorki · 06-06-2005, 08:45 PM

My yorkies don't have separation anxiety, but Tino is very frightened of fireworks and thunderstorms and I have spoken with my vet about it since its that time of the year. He suggested D.A.P. (dog appeasing pheromone). It is also used to treat separation anxiety. Here is an article I found if you are interested. BTW... getting our second yorkie had everything to do with Tino being lonely when we are gone during the day. At about 8-10 months, I could really tell he was hating being alone. The article is really great bc if talks about the fact that its just not natural for a dog to be alone since their instinct is to be with the "pack" whether you are their pack or if your family is. So, like everyone said... a second yorkie is a great idea, if its feasable for you, in the meantime, you could try the pheromones. If they don't work, there is an ssri aka puppy prozac that is used to treat separation anxiety. I know it sounds horrible to medicate your baby, but if its really making stressed, at least its an alternative that you could try. Hope this info is helpful!

Canine Behavior Spotlight
From Janet Tobiassen Crosby, DVM,
Your Guide to Veterinary Medicine.

Behavior Problems and D.A.P
Courtesy of Veterinary Products Laboratories

What causes dogs to bark excessively, whine and tear up the house when left alone?
Dogs are social animals and can act out destructive behaviors due to separation anxiety. Dogs that suffer from separation anxiety exhibit undesirable behaviors associated with stress, fear and anxiety, such as restlessness, excessive whining and barking, and adult destructive chewing and house soiling.

What types of situations can cause a dog stress?

Separation Anxiety: physical separation from the owner/pet guardian to whom it is attached.
New People/Things: moving or major changes in the household, remodeling or redecorating, new pieces of furniture.
Fear/Phobias: thunderstorms, lightening, fireworks.
Temporary changes: being transported, hospitalized or boarded.
What is D.A.P.™?
Developed for pet owners by veterinarians, D.A.P.™ (Dog Appeasing Pheromone) mimics the properties of the natural pheromones of the lactating female. Within three to five days after giving birth, the female generates pheromones that give their puppies a sense of well-being and reassurance, known as appeasing pheromones.

How is D.A.P.™ used?
D.A.P.™ is an easy-to-use "plug-in" diffuser that consists of an electrical plug-in unit and disposable (30-day) bottle that will deliver the pheromone 24 hours a day. It continuously releases the active ingredient into the dog's environment and allows trouble-free treatment in a 650-square-foot area for approximately four weeks.

How can D.A.P.™ calm dogs in stressful situations?
Pheromones are picked up and detected by an animal's sense of smell producing specific responses. By replicating this signal of comfort, D.A.P.™ helps alleviate fear and stress related signs in the puppy and adult dog.

How long should D.A.P.™ be used?
To address behavior caused by temporary events, plug the diffuser in for 30 days. Each vial attached to a diffuser lasts approximately four weeks. Repeat as necessary.

How well does D.A.P.™ work?
In clinical trials with D.A.P.™, destructive behavior and vocalization (excessive barking and whining) were improved or resolved by 72 percent and 85 percent respectively. (Clinical trials were conducted by Ceva Sante Animale between November 1999 and November 2000, and were under the specific direction of Dr. Patrick Pageat.)

Does D.A.P.™ have any effect on cats?
D.A.P.™ is a chemical copy of the canine appeasing pheromones in lactating females. The pheromones are species-specific and should not have any effect on cats. The product has not been tested on cats.

What does it smell like?
D.A.P.™ has no smell and is odorless to humans when dry.

Is it a sedative?
No, D.A.P.™ is a solution that helps calm and reassure puppies and adult dogs.

Should any precautions be taken with pets and children?
Proper product use will not harm children, adults or pets. Plug diffusers into electric sockets in an open area most frequented by the dog. Do not place behind furniture.

Where do I get D.A.P.™?
The D.A.P.™ plug-in is marketed through veterinarians by Veterinary Products Laboratories and specialty pet retailers by Farnam Pet Products under the brand name Comfort Zone with D.A.P.™ MSRP: Electric Diffuser with 48 ml vial/$39.25; 48 ml Refill Vial/$21.98.

D.A.P.™ is a trademark of Ceva Sante Animale.

Fast Facts About Canines and D.A.P.™
(D.A.P. = Dog Appeasing Pheromone)

About Canine Behavior

There is a strong bond between a puppy and its mother. When you acquire the puppy, you provide protection and become the new attachment link. As the dog matures, some degree of separation must occur. If this does not happen, the dog may become over-attached to you and exhibit signs associated with separation anxiety.
Dogs that suffer from separation anxiety may exhibit undesirable behaviors associated with stress, fear and anxiety, such as restlessness, excessive whining and barking, and adult destructive chewing and house soiling.
Anxiety and stress can start at any time in a dog's life. Common factors leading to stress and anxiety include moving, major changes in the household, noise phobias and physical separation from the owner/pet guardian to whom it is attached.
Appeasing pheromones have a calming effect on puppies and adult dogs.
About D.A.P.™

D.A.P. is a synthetic copy of a dog's naturally occurring appeasing pheromones from the lactating female.
Developed for pet owners by veterinarians, D.A.P. controls/addresses attachment problems, and provides reassurance and comfort to the dog, discouraging stress related destructive behavior.
Clinical studies show a 72 percent reduction in anxiety related destructive behavior over a four week-use. D.A.P. can be used in stressful situations, such as separation and adjusting to new homes, pets and people.
Plug D.A.P. into an electric outlet in the room most frequented by the dog. The diffuser is reusable and vials may be replaced as needed. Each vial lasts approximately four weeks and covers up to 650-square-feet.

06-06-2005, 08:45 PM	#8
LvMyYorki Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Asheville, NC Posts: 1,181	My yorkies don't have separation anxiety, but Tino is very frightened of fireworks and thunderstorms and I have spoken with my vet about it since its that time of the year. He suggested D.A.P. (dog appeasing pheromone). It is also used to treat separation anxiety. Here is an article I found if you are interested. BTW... getting our second yorkie had everything to do with Tino being lonely when we are gone during the day. At about 8-10 months, I could really tell he was hating being alone. The article is really great bc if talks about the fact that its just not natural for a dog to be alone since their instinct is to be with the "pack" whether you are their pack or if your family is. So, like everyone said... a second yorkie is a great idea, if its feasable for you, in the meantime, you could try the pheromones. If they don't work, there is an ssri aka puppy prozac that is used to treat separation anxiety. I know it sounds horrible to medicate your baby, but if its really making stressed, at least its an alternative that you could try. Hope this info is helpful! Canine Behavior Spotlight From Janet Tobiassen Crosby, DVM, Your Guide to Veterinary Medicine. Behavior Problems and D.A.P Courtesy of Veterinary Products Laboratories What causes dogs to bark excessively, whine and tear up the house when left alone? Dogs are social animals and can act out destructive behaviors due to separation anxiety. Dogs that suffer from separation anxiety exhibit undesirable behaviors associated with stress, fear and anxiety, such as restlessness, excessive whining and barking, and adult destructive chewing and house soiling. What types of situations can cause a dog stress? Separation Anxiety: physical separation from the owner/pet guardian to whom it is attached. New People/Things: moving or major changes in the household, remodeling or redecorating, new pieces of furniture. Fear/Phobias: thunderstorms, lightening, fireworks. Temporary changes: being transported, hospitalized or boarded. What is D.A.P.™? Developed for pet owners by veterinarians, D.A.P.™ (Dog Appeasing Pheromone) mimics the properties of the natural pheromones of the lactating female. Within three to five days after giving birth, the female generates pheromones that give their puppies a sense of well-being and reassurance, known as appeasing pheromones. How is D.A.P.™ used? D.A.P.™ is an easy-to-use "plug-in" diffuser that consists of an electrical plug-in unit and disposable (30-day) bottle that will deliver the pheromone 24 hours a day. It continuously releases the active ingredient into the dog's environment and allows trouble-free treatment in a 650-square-foot area for approximately four weeks. How can D.A.P.™ calm dogs in stressful situations? Pheromones are picked up and detected by an animal's sense of smell producing specific responses. By replicating this signal of comfort, D.A.P.™ helps alleviate fear and stress related signs in the puppy and adult dog. How long should D.A.P.™ be used? To address behavior caused by temporary events, plug the diffuser in for 30 days. Each vial attached to a diffuser lasts approximately four weeks. Repeat as necessary. How well does D.A.P.™ work? In clinical trials with D.A.P.™, destructive behavior and vocalization (excessive barking and whining) were improved or resolved by 72 percent and 85 percent respectively. (Clinical trials were conducted by Ceva Sante Animale between November 1999 and November 2000, and were under the specific direction of Dr. Patrick Pageat.) Does D.A.P.™ have any effect on cats? D.A.P.™ is a chemical copy of the canine appeasing pheromones in lactating females. The pheromones are species-specific and should not have any effect on cats. The product has not been tested on cats. What does it smell like? D.A.P.™ has no smell and is odorless to humans when dry. Is it a sedative? No, D.A.P.™ is a solution that helps calm and reassure puppies and adult dogs. Should any precautions be taken with pets and children? Proper product use will not harm children, adults or pets. Plug diffusers into electric sockets in an open area most frequented by the dog. Do not place behind furniture. Where do I get D.A.P.™? The D.A.P.™ plug-in is marketed through veterinarians by Veterinary Products Laboratories and specialty pet retailers by Farnam Pet Products under the brand name Comfort Zone with D.A.P.™ MSRP: Electric Diffuser with 48 ml vial/$39.25; 48 ml Refill Vial/$21.98. D.A.P.™ is a trademark of Ceva Sante Animale. Fast Facts About Canines and D.A.P.™ (D.A.P. = Dog Appeasing Pheromone) About Canine Behavior There is a strong bond between a puppy and its mother. When you acquire the puppy, you provide protection and become the new attachment link. As the dog matures, some degree of separation must occur. If this does not happen, the dog may become over-attached to you and exhibit signs associated with separation anxiety. Dogs that suffer from separation anxiety may exhibit undesirable behaviors associated with stress, fear and anxiety, such as restlessness, excessive whining and barking, and adult destructive chewing and house soiling. Anxiety and stress can start at any time in a dog's life. Common factors leading to stress and anxiety include moving, major changes in the household, noise phobias and physical separation from the owner/pet guardian to whom it is attached. Appeasing pheromones have a calming effect on puppies and adult dogs. About D.A.P.™ D.A.P. is a synthetic copy of a dog's naturally occurring appeasing pheromones from the lactating female. Developed for pet owners by veterinarians, D.A.P. controls/addresses attachment problems, and provides reassurance and comfort to the dog, discouraging stress related destructive behavior. Clinical studies show a 72 percent reduction in anxiety related destructive behavior over a four week-use. D.A.P. can be used in stressful situations, such as separation and adjusting to new homes, pets and people. Plug D.A.P. into an electric outlet in the room most frequented by the dog. The diffuser is reusable and vials may be replaced as needed. Each vial lasts approximately four weeks and covers up to 650-square-feet. __________________ Tara, Tino & Diva Bunny Diva Bunny: http://www.dogster.com/?141104 Rudolph Valentino: http://www.dogster.com/?76963 Last edited by LvMyYorki; 06-06-2005 at 08:49 PM.