April 26, 2023

Ep173 - Are dogs being over-medicated?

49 minutes

This week we pick apart somewhat of a controversial topic in the dog training industry - sedative / anti-depressant medicines and their possible overuse.

Unfortunately we have noticed an uptick in clients who have been advised (by some trainers and/or vets) very quickly to medicate their dogs without first trying any behavioural interventions.

Why are some trainers and/or vets going about things in this way? And in what scenarios are behavioural medications actually a good decision?

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April 26, 2023

Ep173 - Are dogs being over-medicated?

49 minutes

This week we pick apart somewhat of a controversial topic in the dog training industry - sedative / anti-depressant medicines and their possible overuse.

Unfortunately we have noticed an uptick in clients who have been advised (by some trainers and/or vets) very quickly to medicate their dogs without first trying any behavioural interventions.

Why are some trainers and/or vets going about things in this way? And in what scenarios are behavioural medications actually a good decision?