Zylkene (Dog & Cat)

Zylkene for Dogs and Cats

Zylkene is a complementary feeding stuff for both cats and dogs; it contains a natural product, derived from casein, a protein in milk. It can be used for both dogs and cats to give owners the power to help their pets cope with different situations, such as the introduction of a new pet, new baby, house moves, multi-animal households, cattery or kennel stays, travelling, fireworks/loud noises, home alone or travel anxieties.

Zylkene for Dogs is available in 3 sizes, 75mg for small dogs, 225mg for medium sized dogs and 450mg for large dogs.  Zylkene is easy to give; once a day either directly into the mouth or by opening the capsule and mixing with food.For information on the size and quantity of tablets you should give your dog, see below. Zylkene for Cats is a 75mg capsule, with two capsules recommended for larger cats weighing 5-10kg.

Zylkene Dog and Cat Dosage:

Dogs and cats weighing less than 5kg. 1 x 75mg capsule per day
Dogs and cats weighing 5-10kg. 2 x 75mg capsules per day
Dogs weighing 10-15kg. 1 x 225mg capsule per day
Dogs weighing 15-30kg. 2 x 225mg capsules per day OR 1 x 450mg capsule per day
Dogs weighing 30-60kg. 2 x 450mg capsules per day

Our vet says... "You can give your cat or dog Zylkene without prescription for times when they feel anxious for any reason. Pop the capsule in their mouth or mix with food when you feel they need it. It’s a really effective calmer."