Pets can get tense and stressed for various reasons. Their capability to adapt to changing circumstances is not as developed as it is with humans. At some time or other nearly all pets will get tense - for instance on visits to the veterinarian, on a airplane, during a car trip, during storms, or in times of general stress.

Supplements that can assist include:

• Valerian which calms the nerves and soothes anxiety.
• Passion flower extract which can be used as a mild sedative and to relieve anxiety.
• Hops extract which acts as a natural sleeping aid.
   

Consider using supplements:

• To calm down a nervous or excitable pet entering a new environment.
• To relieve stress associated with visits to the vets.
• To help your pet during convalescence from surgery.
• During thunderstorms, fireworks, or air travel.

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