021 Supplements versus Behaviour Medication – What's the Difference?
Veterinary Behaviour Chat · Dr Katrin Jahn
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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.
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