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Anxiety Medicine for Cats

Cats are very sensitive creatures that can easily succumb to anxiety. Changes in the home can cause your cat(s) to begin to feel anxious. If your cat is suffering from anxiety and all other efforts have failed, medication may help.

  1. Symptoms

    • Cats are odd creatures and symptoms of anxiety can be hard to pinpoint. A few of the obvious ones are refusal to use the litter box, spraying and excessive meowing.

    Types

    • Buspirone, Amitriptyline and Diazepam are all medications used to treat anxiety in cats. St. John's Wort is a natural alternative that is also used to treat anxiety in cats.

    Side Effects

    • Common side effects include sedation, hyperactivity, upset stomach, dry mouth, increased aggression and sensitivity to light. Some serious side effects include bone marrow depression and serious liver problems.

    Benefits

    • Most anxiety medications for cats are effective without any serious side effects. In addition removing the anxiety can help solve many common behavioral problems.

    Warning

    • You should never give your pet any medications or vitamins without consulting a veterinarian first as this can lead to serious complications, overdose and even death.

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