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<DIV>There have recently been studies that show that the drug fluoxetine
hydrochloride (Prozac/Reconcile) is extremely effective in reducing incidences
of separation anxiety in dogs when used with a behavior modification
program.</DIV>
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<DIV>Reconcile is the drug now available specifically for veterinary use.
<A href="http://www.reconcile.com/">http://www.reconcile.com/</A></DIV>
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<DIV>It is <U>not</U> for every dog and some vets are reluctant to prescribe
this because it must be followed up with behavior modification to be
effective. At the same time, many trainers I know will no longer take on
separation anxiety cases unless the clients get their dogs on this drug because
it makes such a huge difference to the behavior modification success. Some
dogs will stay on the drug, some will stay on only until the problem is under
control and then will be weaned off of the drug slowly in consultation with both
vet and trainer. This is not a drug you can simply give when you feel like
it. It must be taken as prescribed and also if you decide to stop, you
must take the dog off the drug in conjunction with your vet.</DIV>
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<DIV>So if you are having a problem with separation anxiety, do speak with your
vet about this and find a good trainer or behaviorist who has worked with other
dogs with good results and see what they recommend. The trainer and the
vet must work together in order for your dog to get the best results.</DIV>
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<DIV>Best,</DIV>
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<DIV>Sara Watson</DIV>
<DIV>Bluefence Bassets</DIV>
<DIV>SFSPCA Intern</DIV>
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