Dog scared of fireworks? What safe anxiety meds can my vet recommend?

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Is acepromazine really as bad as I have been hearing? That it's a chemical straightjacket? I have a 9yr border collie that is very scared of fire works. I tried 30mg of benadryl And didn't even phase him. I do have .25mg xanx for me, I heard I may be able to use that? My dog is in very good health and recently had a full check up. Pet's info: Dog | Border Collie | Male | neutered | 9 years and 6 months old | 40 lbs

Shaneez Wallani, DVM · Accepted Answer

Please do not give Jackson any medication that was not prescribed for him, as this can be very dangerous, and a dose that is safe for a person may be toxic for a dog. In addition, some human medications contain additives/components that can be toxic to dogs, so it is best to check with your vet before giving any meds to help make sure they are safe. Acepromazine can be very useful in certain situations, depending on the temperament of the dog, how they react to it, and the situation causing the anxiety. If you are concerned about managing behavioural concerns with Jackson, call the vet who saw him recently and see what they recommend, as they should be able to work on a plan to help Jackson feel better. If you are concerned about issues with fireworks and the like, please visit the following links for more information http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&S=0&C=0&A=3105. http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&S=0&C=0&A=1657

Dog scared of fireworks? What safe anxiety meds can my vet recommend?

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