Firestyle Magazine Issue 5 - Autumn 2016 | Page 25

Yu CALM for the problem dog in your life Modern day life is stressful for many dogs. As a result some experience behaviour problems like firework fears and phobias and general nervousness. Often their owners are at a loss as to how to help them. Now, Lintbells has launched YuCALM Dog, complementing the companies best-selling joint and skin support products. The new, natural supplement offers an effective way to help reduce stress, allowing dogs to feel happier and calmer. Once dogs are calm and relaxed they are more likely to be receptive to other training based interventions that allow further improvements. YuCALM Dog can be given short term to combat a specific trigger event such as holiday travel or during firework season or for as long as it is needed by dogs with nervous or fearful temperaments or more long standing problems. YuCALM is made by the company behind the very successful joint and skin supplements YuMOVE and YuMEGA and like those brands has been perfected through extensive trials carried out in collaboration with specialist universities and veterinary behavioural experts. It’s the science behind this all-natural product that makes it all the more credible. YuCALMs unique formula of scientifically proven natural ingredients includes L-Theanine which supports production of calming compounds in the brain. One of those calmers is dopamine the feel-good chemical messenger involved in the pathways controlling reward and pleasure. Lemon Balm has an effect on GABA levels which exerts a calming effect by dampening down some of the signals travelling through the brain. High quality fish protein is also used to support brain function, as well as also acting on GABA and dopamine levels. John Davies, Co-Founder at Lintbells says, There are many situations that dogs might face which cause them to feel anxious or frightened. Pet owners have told us that they feel they need help to support their pet in these difficult situations and sometimes just to cope with day to day fears and nervousness. We are delighted to be able to offer a natural supplement that they can trust. For some it might be the only solution they need and for others it will give them the confidence that their dog is calm and happy and can make further progress using additional training or behavioural interventions. YuCALM Dog is available from veterinary practices, pet shops and online retailers. For further information on YuCALM Dog, please visit www.lintbells.com or call 01462 416866 to talk to the experienced advisers on the Lintbells team. 25