Itch Calm Treats for Cats & Dogs Healthy, tasty, crunchy bites, 70g

How they help your pet

• CAUSES OF CAT AND DOG STRESS

  Our pets can be affected by stress, just the same as us humans! Here are a few common causes of stress in cats and dogs: 
  
  Changes to their environment or home
  Whether you're moving house, moving furniture around or doing a spot of decorating, our cats and dogs can be sensitive to changes in their home environment. This can also include having new visitors in the home too. For example, friends coming over to visit, or even the introduction of a new baby (furry, or otherwise)! 
  
  Being given too much attention
  Some cats and dogs want all the attention they can get, but others really enjoy having their personal space. If your pet prefers a bit more alone time, they can become stressed if they're on the receiving end of too much attention. This can include being followed, excessively stroked or cuddled. All children should be closely monitored when spending time with cats and dogs to make sure they don't go OTT. It's great to get them into the habit at an early age of respecting your pet's boundaries.  

  Holiday separation
  Taking your pet on your travels isn’t always an option, but holiday separation can be a real issue for some pets, particularly for cats. Itch Calm Treats can help support cats and dogs to feel safe and relaxed when you’re away, helping to reduce signs of stress and anxiety.
  
  Fireworks
  As we all know, this isn’t just an issue on Bonfire Night. They can go off all year round with various celebrations taking place, although the main season can extend from October through to New Year. It’s not uncommon for dogs and cats to find the sight and sound of fireworks distressing. 
  
  Threats to their territory
  Is there a new puss on the prowl in your neighbourhood? Or some imposter weeing on your pooch's favourite patch of grass? Our pets can be very protective over their home turf and the presence of a new dog or cat in their space can be unsettling. This may trigger a fight or flight response which is linked with heightened levels of anxiety. 
  
  Visits to the vet
  From puffed up cats mewling from their baskets to dogs with their tails between their legs, the sights and smells of the vet's is enough to make any pet feel anxious. It could also have something to do with where the vet puts the thermometer...     

• SIGNS OF STRESS IN DOGS AND CATS

  Signs of cat stress include:

  • Scratching furniture

  • Urine marking 

  • Puffing up their fur to appear larger

  • Vocalising - growling, hissing and wailing

  • Crouching with their belly low to the floor

  • Dilated pupils

  • Becoming withdrawn or trying to hide away

  • Engaging less with humans

  • Eating and drinking less

  • Overeating

  • Vomiting or diarrhoea

  
  Signs of dog stress include:

  • Chewing and scratching at furniture

  • Vocalising - howling and whining

  • Tail tucked between their legs

  • Pacing

  • Yawning, drooling and licking

  • Panting

  • Dilated pupils

  • Becoming withdrawn or trying to hide away

  • Engaging less with humans

  • Eating and drinking less

  • Overeating

  • Vomiting or diarrhoea

  
  These aren't exhaustive lists, nor are these exclusively signs of stress. If you notice any of these changes and you're concerned about your pet's health and wellbeing, please speak to your vet.  

• HOW ITCH CALM TREATS HELP TO CALM DOGS AND CATS

  Here are some of the ways Itch Calm Treats can help your pet to chill:
  
  Relaxation-inducing ingredients
  Our treats contain lavender and camomile for a double-whammy of chillax. Lavender is a natural calming ingredient which is renowned for its relaxation-inducing properties. Camomile helps to reduce inflammation and soothe away stress.
  
  Natural stress-relief
  We only use natural, calming ingredients which have a gentle, soothing effect. Nothing harsh and definitely no sedatives. Just a gentle nudge in the right direction to take your pet from stressed to serene. Ommmmm.
  
  Rewarding good behaviour
  By rewarding your pet when they demonstrate positive behaviours, you're essentially saying "More of this, please!".The more your pet gets used to being rewarded for good, calm behaviour, the more it will come naturally to them. Add in a calming treat here and there and you'll have a zen-like pet in no time at all.

• ITCH CALM TREATS FOR PUPPIES AND KITTENS

  Puppies and kittens can benefit from our calm treats! These can be given from 8 weeks of age. They're packed with all sorts of goodness including probiotics, lavender, camomile, vitamins and minerals.

  Treat your pet in moderation (even if they tell you otherwise) in combination with feeding them a high-quality pet food, formulated for their life stage.