We recently had the opportunity to feature in the Australian Dog Lover blog. Here’s what they had to say: Gold Coast based company prescribes a solution for anxiety in pets A leading pet probiotic company has identified separation anxiety as a major issue for the 70 per cent of households owning a dog or cat, especially as Australia returns to normal working schedules. Ipromea resident vet Dr Claire Stevens says while pet ownership in Australia increased by 10 per cent since 2020, responsible pet owners need to be aware of separation anxiety and how to combat it. “We see a lot of pet owners come to the clinic desperate to help their pets cope with separation anxiety, believing the only option is to medicate their pets with antidepressants,” says Dr Stevens. “We’re prescribing a lot more Fluoxetine, Amitriptyline, Trazodone for dogs and Gabapentin for dogs and cats, which can be problematic when it comes to ensuring good overall health. “ Probiotics are an excellent additional therapy without any adverse side effects unlike the medications mentioned before, which is an advantage.” Whilst research between the brain and gut microbiomes is in its preliminary stages, the idea presents a fascinating avenue of research and a likely connection between the two. You can try supplementing your pet’s diet with natural products that regulate their stress levels, which will help them transition from a full-time working from home schedule.