Separation anxiety is the term used to describe unacceptable behaviors that
occur when your dog is left alone, generally when you leave or immediately
after. Dogs are social animals, and naturally become bonded to family members
in their household. When separated from these people, certain dogs may be stressed
and act badly as a result of the anxiety of separation. The stress of your
departure triggers problem behaviors including:
- Destructive chewing
- Excessive barking or whining
- Inappropriate urination and/or defecation
- Drooling
- Pacing
- Trembling
- Vomiting
- Behavioral depression
Many owners mistakenly assume these behaviors are a result of spite, disobedience
or poor training. In fact, separation anxiety is a clinical condition causing
your dog to suffer. Your pet is not necessarily a bad dog. Your dog simply
acts badly when you leave him alone.
If this sounds like your dog, it's important to visit with your veterinarian
so your pet can be properly diagnosed. The most important thing for you to
remember is that separation anxiety is a treatable health condition with a
treatable solution.
Important Safety Information
- The most common adverse reactions recorded during clinical trials with Reconcile® were calm or lethargy, reduced appetite, vomiting, shaking, diarrhea, restlessness, excessive vocalization, aggression, and, in infrequent cases, seizures.
- Reconcile chewable tablets are contraindicated for dogs with epilepsy or a history of seizures; with drugs that lower the seizure threshold; with a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) or within a minimum of 14 days of discontinuing therapy with an MAOI; in dogs with a known hypersensitivity to fluoxetine HCl or other SSRIs.
- A six week washout interval should be observed following discontinuation of therapy with Reconcile chewable tablets prior to the administration of any drug that may adversely interact with fluoxetine or norfluoxetine.
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