Today’s Preferred Product is called Sileo, a unique anti-anxiety medication that reduces or eliminates anxious behavior caused by “Noise Aversion.” Pet parents will often ask WVC’s Dr. Cynthia Willems how they can help their anxious dogs make it through thunderstorms, fireworks, and other stressful events caused by loud and sudden noises. In cases where these dogs have no underlying cardiac issues, Dr. Willems will generally reach for Sileo. Sileo is a gel absorbed into your dog’s body when you apply it to the mucous membranes between your dog’s cheek and gums. Dexmedetomidine (the active ingredient) calms your dog by preventing or reducing specific reactions in the nervous system and is produced by Zoetis; makers of other trusted products like Simparica Trio and Apoquel.
According to Dr. Willems her favorite key points regarding Sileo are:
- It’s FDA approved
- Easy to use gel that is applied to your dogs gums, no pills!
- Fast acting; effective within 30-60 minutes of application
- Appropriately consistent use has been shown to reduce post incident recovery time
- It doesn’t cause sedation like some other products dispensed in pill form
A Note About Noise Aversion in Dogs From Zoetis:
“You may not realize that your dog is overreacting out of fear to sounds. There are many common signs your dog could be displaying that can help identify which noises, known as “triggers,” are causing them fear and anxiety. These reactions are known as noise aversion, a serious medical condition that is treatable with help from your veterinarian. Imagine you opened your closet and a monster jumped out from the darkness. How would you react? That feeling is similar to what your dog can experience when hearing a loud noise. Your dog thinks he/she is in danger and reacts out of fear.
Your dog’s response to noise is like a person having a panic attack but with different symptoms. Here are some of the signs of noise aversion and how commonly they are reported by dog owners like you. If you notice your dog overreacting to everyday noises around your home, he or she isn’t alone. In fact, 2 out of 3 dogs show signs of fear to loud noises. Noise aversion is not “normal” for dogs; overreacting to noise is a sign that your dog is fearful and anxious, similar to how you might react if you saw a monster! That’s why we call the sounds that bring fear and anxiety to dogs “noise monsters.” What may seem like a normal noise to you can be terrifying for your dog—like they’re in a horror movie that they can’t escape.”
For a comprehensive breakdown of anxiety brought on by “Noise Aversion’, active ingredients, or application you can visit Zoetis’s website for Sileo HERE. Wondering if Sileo is right for your dog? Schedule a consult with Dr. Willems or your preferred Veterinarian at Whiting Veterinary Clinic today! Already using Sileo and need a refill? You can order it HERE from our online pharmacy and have it shipped directly to your home!
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