D.A.P. Dog Appeasing Pheromone Diffuser and Spray to Minimize Stress Related Behaviors in Dogs
- The appeasing pheromone in dogs enhances attachment and provides reassurance and comfort.
- The D.A.P. Diffuser provides an effective way to control and manage unwanted canine behavior associated with fear and/or stress such as:
- Separation Anxiety
- Destruction
- Vocalization (excessive barking, whining)
- House Soiling
- Excessive licking
- Phobias (fireworks, thunderstorms)
- Comforts the dog in stressful environments
- Visitors, strangers
- Veterinarian visits
- Unusual or unpredictable situations
- Helps establish the puppy in a new environment
- 1 vial lasts approximately 4 weeks
- Active coverage area up to 650 square feet
- Plug diffuser in an open area, do not place behind furniture
- New D.A.P. Pheromone Spray helps calm dogs and alleviate anxiety associated with:
- Transport/Travel
- Hospitalization
- Crate confinement or kennels
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D.A.P.® Dog Appeasing Pheromone Diffuser
Trade Names:
Comfort Zone® Canine
General Description:
Dog pheromones are chemicals that are secreted by dogs that can impact the behavior of other dogs. Natural appeasing pheromones are released from nursing females and stimulate puppies to feel secure and calm. This reassuring response can also be triggered in adult dogs by synthetic pheromones called dog appeasing pheromones. This product can be delivered using a diffuser.
What is this product?
- A synthetic pheromone
- It is not considered a drug
Reasons for prescribing:
- To minimize stress related behaviors (ex. destruction, barking, house soiling)
- To provide comfort during stressful situations (ex. travelling, adoption, thunderstorms)
What dogs/cats should not take this medication?
- This product does not affect other species in the household and should only be used for dogs
- Animals with a known hypersensitivity or allergy to this product should not be exposed
Directions:
Read and follow the label carefully and use only as directed.
Use this product for as long as your veterinarian recommends.
Use the diffuser in the rooms that are most used by your dog.
Refer to specific product guidelines regarding how many square feet each diffuser covers in your house, how long each diffuser lasts, and how far in advance the diffuser needs to be plugged into a room before introducing your dog into a stressful environment or situation.
Frequency and duration of use will be determined by your veterinarian based upon an assessment of how your dog is responding clinically.
Call ahead for refills.
Ideally, be consistent with product use during times of stress for best results.
What to tell/ask a veterinarian before giving medication?
Talk to your veterinarian about:
- When your pet will need to be rechecked
- What tests may need to be performed prior to and during treatment with this product
- What are the risks and benefits of using this product
Tell your veterinarian about:
- If your pet has experienced side-effects on other drugs/products
- If your pet has experienced digestive upset now or ever
- If your pet has experienced liver or kidney disease now or ever
- If your pet has experienced any other medical problems or allergies now or ever
- All medicines and supplements that you are giving your pet or plan to give your pet, including those you can get without a prescription. Your veterinarian may want to check that all of your pet's medications can be given together.
- If your pet is pregnant, nursing or if you plan to breed your pet
Storage and Warnings:
Dog appeasing pheromone diffuser should be stored in a cool, dry place at room temperature away from heat and direct sunlight when not in use.
This product needs to be used in an open area, do not place the diffuser behind or underneath furniture.
Refer to product insert for safety warnings as there is a risk of electrical shock and fire with use of this product.
The surface of the diffuser should not be touched as high temperatures can be reached when plugged in.
Keep this and all other medications out of reach of children and pets. Avoid contact with skin.
Call your physician immediately if you accidentally take this product or in case of contact with eyes.
Potential side effects:
- If you notice anything unusual, contact your veterinarian
Can this drug be given with other drugs?
- Do not give new food or medications without first talking to your veterinarian
- If your pet experiences any unusual reactions when taking multiple medications, contact your veterinarian
Overdosing?
Contact your veterinarian immediately if your pet ingests any of this product.
What else should I know?
Notify your veterinarian if your dog's condition does not improve or worsens despite this treatment.
This is just a summary of information about dog appeasing pheromone. If you have any questions or concerns about dog appeasing pheromone or the condition it was prescribed for, please contact your veterinarian.
Dog Appeasing Pheromone Spray
Trade Names:
Comfort Zone® Spray with D.A.P.®
D.A.P.® Dog Appeasing Pheromone Spray
General Description:
Dog pheromones are chemicals that are secreted by dogs that can impact the behavior of other dogs. Natural appeasing pheromones are released from nursing females and stimulate puppies to feel secure and calm. This reassuring response can also be triggered in adult dogs by synthetic pheromones called dog appeasing pheromones. This product can be delivered using a spray.
What is this product?
- A synthetic pheromone
- It is not considered a drug
Reasons for prescribing:
- To minimize stress related behaviors (ex. destruction, barking, house soiling)
- To provide comfort during stressful situations (ex. travelling, adoption, thunderstorms)
What dogs/cats should not take this medication?
- This product does not affect other species in the household and should only be used for dogs
- Animals with a known hypersensitivity or allergy to this product should not be exposed
Directions:
Read and follow the label carefully and use only as directed.
Use this product for as long as your veterinarian recommends.
Do not spray this product directly on your dog. This product is meant to be sprayed on areas in the environment (ex. directly on bedding, inside crates, and in the car).
Refer to specific product guidelines regarding amount to be sprayed and how far in advance this product needs to be applied before introducing your dog into a stressful environment or situation.
Frequency and duration of use will be determined by your veterinarian based upon an assessment of how your dog is responding clinically.
Call ahead for refills.
Ideally, be consistent with product use during times of stress for best results.
What to tell/ask a veterinarian before giving medication?
Talk to your veterinarian about:
- When your pet will need to be rechecked
- What tests may need to be performed prior to and during treatment with this product
- What are the risks and benefits of using this product
Tell your veterinarian about:
- If your pet has experienced side-effects on other drugs/products
- If your pet has experienced digestive upset now or ever
- If your pet has experienced liver or kidney disease now or ever
- If your pet has experienced any other medical problems or allergies now or ever
- All medicines and supplements that you are giving your pet or plan to give your pet, including those you can get without a prescription. Your veterinarian may want to check that all of your pet's medications can be given together.
- If your pet is pregnant, nursing or if you plan to breed your pet
Storage and Warnings:
Dog appeasing pheromone spray should be stored in a cool, dry place at room temperature away from heat and direct sunlight.
Refer to product insert for safety warnings as this product is flammable and an eye irritant.
Keep this and all other medications out of reach of children and pets. Avoid contact with skin.
Call your physician immediately if you accidentally take this product or in case of contact with eyes.
Potential side effects:
If you notice anything unusual, contact your veterinarian
Can this drug be given with other drugs?
Do not give new food or medications without first talking to your veterinarian
If your pet experiences any unusual reactions when taking multiple medications, contact your veterinarian
Overdosing?
Contact your veterinarian immediately if your pet ingests any of this product.
What else should I know?
Notify your veterinarian if your dog's condition does not improve or worsens despite this treatment.
This is just a summary of information about dog appeasing pheromone. If you have any questions or concerns about dog appeasing pheromone or the condition it was prescribed for, please contact your veterinarian.
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D.A.P.® DOG APPEASING PHEROMONE DIFFUSER
Ceva Animal Health
Well being - Calming
In mammals, lactating females release substances called “appeasing pheromones”, the function of which is to reassure the offspring. Canine “appeasing pheromones” are secreted by the sebaceous glands of the intermammary sulcus in the lactating bitch.
These pheromones calm the puppy during times of stress and provide reassurance, particularly in unknown environments and when encountering novel experiences.
Research has shown that the reassuring properties of these pheromones persist even into adult age.
D.A.P. (Dog Appeasing Pheromone) reproduces the properties of the natural “appeasing pheromones” of the bitch.
Composition:
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Dog appeasing pheromone (D.A.P.®) |
2% |
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Excipients to |
100 g |
Uses:
D.A.P.® helps stop or prevent fear and stress-related signs in puppies and adult dogs, such as: Destructive behavior, Excessive vocalization, House soiling, Excessive licking
D.A.P.® comforts the dog in stressful environments: Visitors, Strangers, Novel and unpredictable situations leading to phobic reactions
D.A.P.® helps establish the puppy in a new environment: Adoption, Moving, Coping with strangers
Instructions for use:
1 Remove the vial cap.
2 Screw the diffuser onto the vial and gently tighten.
3 Plug the diffuser into an electric socket for 1 month.
Place the D.A.P.® Diffuser in the room most used by the dog.
Plug diffuser unit in an open area. Do not place behind furniture.
Coverage area: 500 - 750 sq. ft. 50 to 70 m2
One vial lasts approximately four weeks.
For best results: Plug in diffuser 1 day prior to acclimating the dog to the area.
Diffuser is intended for continual use. Although fluid may remain after 6 weeks, the vial should be replaced.
Duration of use may be adapted according to the recommendations of your veterinarian.
Presentation:
Complete kit contents:
One Diffuser + One 48 ml vial
Refill:
One 48 ml vial only
The diffuser is specially designed for this product. The properties of the product cannot be guaranteed if a different device is used.
It is recommended to renew the D.A.P.® diffuser after 6 months of continuous use or after the use of 6 refills (including the original one). When not in use, the D.A.P.® diffuser should be stored in a dust-free environment, preferably in its original packaging. Keep the pack insert for future reference.
important safety instructions
CAUTION
When using electric products, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
Read all instructions before using.
To reduce the risk of injury, close supervision is necessary when a product is used near children. Adult assembly required. The surfaces of the device reach high temperatures to create evaporation of active ingredient-these surfaces should not be touched when plugged in.
Keep out of reach of children.
In case of contact with eyes, wash them immediately with water and seek the advice of a physician.
Avoid contact with skin. In case of contact, wash thoroughly with soap and water. If the product is swallowed, consult a doctor immediately and show him/her the packaging.
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK
Use only in properly functioning 120-volt electrical outlet. No adaptor or electrical cord should be used with this product. Check that the house voltage is the same as is indicated on the device. This electric device should only be used with this D.A.P.® Diffuser formulation. During and immediately after use, do not touch the device with your hands.
Do not immerse in water or in damp/wet areas. When plugged in, do not touch the device with metal objects or wet hands.
RISK OF FIRE
Do not cover. Do not place underneath or behind furniture. Keep away from fabrics, bedding and other material that might present a fire hazard. Use of other substance may increase the toxicity or flammability of the product.
Empty packaging and any remnants of the product should be disposed of in accordance with current regulations covering disposal of waste products.
The effects of this product were not tested by Underwriters Laboratories.
D.A.P.® is not a veterinary medicine. If there are signs of disease consult your veterinarian.
D.A.P.® DOG APPEASING PHEROMONE SPRAY
Ceva Animal Health
In mammals, all lactating females release substances called “appeasing pheromones”, the function of which is to reassure the offspring. Canine “appeasing pheromones” are secreted by the sebaceous glands of the intermammary sulcus in the lactating bitch. These pheromones calm the puppy at times of stress and provide reassurance, particularly in unknown environments and when encountering novel experiences. Research has shown that the reassuring properties of these pheromones persist even into adult age.
D.A.P. (Dog Appeasing Pheromone) mimics the properties of the natural “appeasing pheromones” of the bitch.
Composition:
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D.A.P. |
2% |
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Isopropanol |
Filled to 60 ml |
Indications:
D.A.P. Spray is indicated to help alleviate anxiety associated with travel, new environments, crate confinement or kennels, and other situations where your dog may feel uncomfortable.
Uses:
D.A.P. Spray (Dog Appeasing Pheromone) helps stop or prevent fear or stress-related behavior in puppies and adult dogs that result in: Destructive behavior, Excessive vocalization (barking, whining), House soiling, Separation anxiety, Phobias (thunderstorms, fireworks)
D.A.P. Spray helps comfort puppies or adult dogs in stressful situations such as: Traveling in the car, Introduction of visitors or strangers, Moving to new home, Adoption, Unpredictable situations leading to fearful and phobic reactions.
D.A.P. can be sprayed directly on bedding, inside crates, for use in indoor kennels, or in the car.
Packaging:
Box with 60 ml spray bottle.
Instructions for use:
D.A.P. Spray should be used 15 minutes prior to desired effects. Spray 8-10 pumps in the general area where the dog will be residing 15 minutes before the dog is introduced into the environment (car, carrier, etc.).
Each animal will respond differently, but effects should last approximately 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
Precautions:
This product should not be directly sprayed on or near an animal's face.
This product should not stain or mark. Nevertheless, owing to the wide variety of materials used in household furnishings, we advise that you test the product on a sample that is not easily visible prior to using it.
CAUTION - FLAMMABLE, EYE-IRRITANT
D.A.P. Spray has an alcohol base and should not be sprayed near sources of ignition.
D.A.P. Spray should not be sprayed onto an animal. Avoid breathing aerosol or getting spray into eyes or mouth.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
In case of contact with eyes, wash them immediately with water and seek the advice of a physician.
Avoid contact with the skin. In case of contact with the skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
If the product is swallowed, consult a doctor immediately and show him/her the packaging.