Prescribe the type of medication and its dosage on your own in any case can not – it can lead to death.
Types of sedatives
Various means are used to reduce aggression and anxiety in animals. Of pharmaceutical drugs are used:
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Benzodiazepines – act almost immediately. They bind to gamma-aminobutyric acid receptors. Drugs based on chemicals in this group cause side effects, including disorientation, sleep disturbance and uncontrollable appetite. The remedy is especially dangerous to give to animals with renal and hepatic insufficiency.
Such a sedative for cats at shearing is recommended only in extreme cases, after consultation with the veterinarian. For example, to remove tangles covering a large area of the body of an aggressive long-haired individual. In addition to discomfort, such coverage creates a comfortable environment for the development of parasites.
In addition to fleas and ticks, fly larvae and other insects can grow in the crust of hair and dirt. Under the crust you cannot see the condition of the skin, where there may be wounds or pockets of inflammation.
If the pet is simply agitated, more mild pharmaceutical or phyto preparations are limited:
Most products are based on motherwort and other calming herbs. One exception is "Stop Stress" – the main active component of the product of the company "Api-San", Russia, is phenibut. The compound is self-released in tablets with psychostimulant and nootropic effects. The second exception is "Zilken" – capsules with casein hydrolysate, a component of cow's milk.
Many of the sedatives for cats on this list should accumulate. It is better that the haircut is scheduled 1-2 weeks after the start of administration – the exact period is determined by the veterinarian and recommendations in the instructions. The document also informs about contraindications.
Some herbal remedies are dangerous to use if you have low blood pressure, pregnancy, nervous system, heart or other organ disorders.
Specific Uses
Use a strong sedative only after consulting a veterinarian. Before starting treatment or preparing for an event (at least a week in advance), tests should be performed. The cat receives a dose of the remedy, and the owner monitors his condition for 12 hours. The animal should be calm – serious changes, like disorientation or loss of consciousness, are a reason to go to the vet.
Soft remedies begin to be given in advance. It is worth choosing one time when the pet will take them. The duration of the course depends on what sedatives for cats are used. For example, the instructions of "Fitex" 3-5 drops of the drug should be given three times a day for an hour before feeding for 15-30 days. The minimum period of taking "Stop-Stress" is 2 weeks. The dose is calculated based on the weight of the animal. cats are given a drop per 1 kg of weight.
Shearing with the help of a veterinarian
At home, cats often become, if not masters, then full members of the family. Attempts to give medicine, trim claws or examine teeth, they perceive negatively, running away, dodging or attacking humans. Similar behavior is observed when they are being clipped. The animal hides in inaccessible places, attacks the scissors or the machine.
In the veterinarian's office, the pet's behavior changes. Some rampage, but many turn to verbal resistance. That is, while continuing to howl and growl, the cat allows manipulation like shots and haircuts.
Creating a haircut is one of the services offered by animal clinics. It is quite expensive (comparable to a small, non-hollow surgery) and may involve anesthesia. The latter poses a risk to the pet's life and health. You can find reports online of cats put into hibernation for a coat tidying period that have not woken up already.
Anesthesia should be used only for medical or hygienic reasons. For example, an animal in a piled up coat that does not allow the "armor" to be cut off will have to be put into medicated sleep. If, on the other hand, the cat that has tempered its aggression in the veterinarian's office just needs to have its excess hair removed, you can negotiate with the doctor about the procedure for the price of the examination.
A professional machine, available in most offices, will quickly remove excess hair. At the same time, the owner can use the tool himself, while the vet holds the cat – specialists are better at this task.
Distract or tire the pet
Want to know how to soothe a cat to get a haircut? His favorite toys can help with this. Animals of both sexes can be sympathetic to pillows, soft toys, large spools of thread and other objects. During the shearing process, these objects act as "passive" entertainment – the pet does not chase them around the house, but embraces them with all its paws, simulating a fight.
The animal fixes the object it likes, paying little attention to the environment and the manipulation that is made with it. The choice is up to you what to calm the cat before shearing.
In this state, the animal will allow you to trim not only the fur, but also the claws. The main thing is to watch for changes in the pet's behavior. Eventually he may get tired of it and he will start to show aggression to the hairdresser.
Not wanting to affect the psyche, the owner can try to exhaust the pet to reduce the negative reaction to the haircut. For example, give him plenty of food or an active play session that lasts at least 30 minutes.
After waiting 15-20 minutes after the cat has laid down to rest, you can approach with scissors or a machine. A tired animal may be more loyal to the procedure for some time. But this approach to haircutting will require several stages – even with a machine it will be difficult to cut off all the hair at once. During this time, the pet may also become accustomed to the tool and begin to react less to it.
How often you can give a cat sleeping pills
The use of sleeping pills for the cat's body does not go away. Therefore, this group of drugs should be used only in extreme cases and as rarely as possible. Before using sleeping pills, the cat should not be fed for 24 hours.
It is also possible to administer sleeping pills yourself. But this can only be done after a veterinarian prescribes the dosage and shows how to properly administer the medication.
Prescribe the type of medication and its dosage on your own under no circumstances – it can lead to death.
Contraindications and side effects
Sleeping pills should not be taken by cats with cardiovascular problems, as well as abnormalities in the kidneys, liver and respiratory tract.
The following side effects may occur after the use of sleeping pills:
- weakness;
- hallucinations;
- trouble sleeping;
- breathing problems;
- impaired movement coordination;
- low blood pressure;
- nausea; gagging;
- stool problems (most often constipation);
- drowsiness.
During the day the pet will come to its senses, during this period it does not eat well and practically does not move.
Sleeping pills are a special group of medications. They can cause irreparable harm to the animal if used improperly. Therefore, before using them, you should consult a veterinarian who will choose the right drug and prescribe the correct dosage. If the situation is not so serious and does not require a long nap of the cat, it is better to do herbal preparations, which are safer for the health of the pet.
