Listen "021 Supplements versus Behaviour Medication – What's the Difference?"
Episode Synopsis
Episode 21 – Supplements versus Behaviour Medication – What's the Difference? This is a topic that was requested by a listener and I'm sure we can all agree that it can definitely cause a lot of confusion. What is the difference between over-the-counter calming supplements and Behaviour Medication also known as psychotropic, psychoactive or psychopharmaceutical medication? How do you know what your pet needs or would benefit from? Do supplements work and when could they be used instead of Behaviour Medications? In this episode, Dr Katrin explains the 5 main differences between supplements and medication and how she decides what to reach for when establishing a treatment plan for her Behaviour Patients. Here are some things you will learn: 1. Who can and cannot prescribe medication. 2. What kind of support and monitoring you will need if your pet is prescribed behaviour medication. 3. Which behaviour medications are especially formulated and licensed for pets? 4. Efficacy – will supplements really work? 5. Side effects and interactions with other agents. If you liked this episode of the show, The Pet Behaviour Chat, please LEAVE A 5-STAR REVIEW, like, share, and subscribe! Facebook Group: Join The Pet Behaviour Community on Facebook You can CONNECT with me: Website: Visit my website Trinity Veterinary Behaviour Instagram: Follow Trinity Veterinary Behaviour on Instagram Trinity Veterinary Behaviour Facebook: Join us on Trinity Veterinary Behaviour's Facebook page Trinity Veterinary Behaviour YouTube: Subscribe to Trinity Veterinary Behaviour on YouTube LinkedIn Profile: Connect with me on LinkedIn Thank you for tuning in!
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