{"product_id":"scullcap-valerian-tablets-outlet-store","title":"Scullcap \u0026 Valerian Tablets - Outlet Store","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExpiry Date 10\/09\/23\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDorwest Scullcap \u0026amp; Valerian tablets are a natural, licensed herbal medicine that is widely used as a treatment for the relief of habitual nervousness or anxiety in dogs and cats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContaining natural ingredients Dorwest Scullcap \u0026amp; Valerian tablets use a blend of Valerian, Mistletoe, Scullcap, and Gentian all of which are considered to be actives that work in harmony together to help de-stress and relax your pets without sedating. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe careful blend of these active ingredients when used long-term can help relieve anxiety, nervousness, and excitability in dogs and cats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat fears\/behaviour can they help relieve?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDorwest Scullcap \u0026amp; Valerian Tablets can be of significant benefit to dogs and cats suffering from noise phobias and fears associated with fireworks, thunder and gunfire, as well as for general excitability and hyperactivity. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor particularly phobic dogs it is recommended to start using the tablets one month in advance of a known event (see below for further information).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are also very popular for use in travel-related anxiety and for territorial urine spraying in cats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis licensed herbal medicine is also used under veterinary supervision to control epilepsy, often alongside conventional treatments - \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003edo not use\u003c\/span\u003e to treat epilepsy without consulting your vet. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat are licensed herbal medicines?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a manufacturer of licensed herbal veterinary medicines, Dorwest must demonstrate a product is medicinal and this is subject to an evaluation by the relevant authorities. This is quite rightly a very thorough, complex process and is regulated by the Veterinary Medicines Directorate - a government agency. Dorwest have been manufacturing authorised veterinary herbal medicines in the UK for over 40 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat dosage should I give?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDosage: 1-2 tablets per 5kgs bodyweight daily, ideally given as two split doses, depending on the severity of the condition. For use on singular occasions, give 12 hours and 2 hours before event using the higher dosage rate.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFireworks Season Top tip\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuy your supply of Scullcap and Valerian Tablets (and Organic Valerian Compund if using in addition as a top-up) well in advance of fireworks night - there is often huge demand around this time. See guide below for help selecting the correct product for your dog or cat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0249\/3501\/files\/Dorwest_Firework_Graphic.jpg?v=1506771100\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhen do I need to start giving it to my pet? (including Fireworks season)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe more severe the phobia the earlier you should start, up to a month prior to the event in some cases. For moderate phobias start around 10 days before the predicted worst night however even if you only start the day or so before your dog or cat will still benefit. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAre your pets ready? \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cem\u003eOne month to go (for severe phobias) \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePets with severe phobias will benefit from being given Scullcap \u0026amp; Valerian Tablets on a daily basis right now. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cem\u003e10 days to go (for moderate phobias) \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart giving Scullcap \u0026amp; Valerian Tablets daily. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cem\u003eOne day to go \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf necessary double the dose of Scullcap \u0026amp; Valerian Tablets (if you haven't started giving any dose at all yet it isn't too late to start, your pet will still feel a benefit) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe big Day \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep giving the Scullcap \u0026amp; Valerian Tablets at the higher dose (if needed) with a dose being given before dusk. Ensure you have Organic Valerian Compound on hand to top-up with if necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhich Dorwest Relaxing product should I use?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDorwest relaxing products are available in two formats; Scullcap \u0026amp; Valerian Tablets and Organic Valerian Compound (liquid), the two products can be used in combination with each other for pets that are especially phobic or stressed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #a64d79;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eScullcap \u0026amp; Valerian Tablets \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed daily and on a longer-term basis these will provide your pet with better coverage and are ideal to start use in the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003elead up\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto Fireworks Night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #a64d79;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eOrganic Valerian Compound\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuicker acting and perfect to use as a 'top up' in addition to your\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epets normal dose of Scullcap \u0026amp; Valerian Tablets the \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/barksandbunnies.pro\/collections\/firework-season-for-dogs-rabbits\/products\/dorwest-valerian-compound\"\u003eValerian Compound (here)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e will help your pets cope with unpredicted fireworks events (such as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eneighbours\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ehaving a display) or a thunderstorm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe liquid is ideal for calming dogs or cats by dropping it onto some food before feeding or using a small amount on their bedding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat if it doesn't work?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnxiety and nervous behaviour in dogs and cats can be due to a number of varied causes including habitual ingrained anxiety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery pet is different and with a unique personality will respond to their own treatment plan, while herbal products are ideal to induce a calm and relaxed demeanour some cases will also strongly benefit from the additional use of behavioural techniques from a qualified animal behaviourist (guidance to finding a qualified behaviourist \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.apbc.org.uk\/\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOther useful things\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDorwest Herbs products can also be used in conjunction with \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/barksandbunnies.pro\/collections\/pet-remedy\"\u003ePet Remedy\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for dogs and cats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBenficial with long term use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse daily up to a month prior to a known stressful event\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse in conjunction with Valerian Compound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturally, relaxes and calms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-sedating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan help reduce anxiety with noise phobias\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for fireworks season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePopular for use with travel anxiety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan help aid problems surrounding territory spraying in cats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eActive ingredients: Extract Valerian 5:1 50mg; Extract Mistletoe 3:1 50mg; Scullcap 30mg; Extract Gentian 2:1 24mg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse during pregnancy and lactation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not recommended\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge from which can be used:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 weeks of age\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInteractions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can be given in conjunction with any other medication\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLong or short term use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Both as the condition requires.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial warnings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Epilepsy should only be treated in consultation with a veterinary surgeon\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSugar coated tablet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlways read the label\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorwest","offers":[{"title":"200 Tablets","offer_id":41370493616195,"sku":"","price":8.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"100 Tablets","offer_id":41370586972227,"sku":"","price":4.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0249\/3501\/files\/SV100_dbfd7123-421b-4a65-9ce1-8238a97eeef9.jpg?v=1714574966","url":"https:\/\/barksandbunnies.pro\/products\/scullcap-valerian-tablets-outlet-store","provider":"Barks \u0026 Bunnies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}