Chillax-Blended Peptide

• Reduces Separation Anxiety
• General Anxiety
• Improved Sleep
• Improved Temperament

Dosing Instructions:

Each 2fl oz bottle contains 600 sprays

Small Pets (Under 20#’s)- 5 sprays on food 2-3 times per day

Medium Pets (20-50#’s)-10 sprays on food 2-3 times per day

Large Pets (50#’s and Up)-15 sprays on food 2-3 times per day

PetTides

Chillax (Oxytocin, Selank and Semax)

Oxytocin, often referred to as the "love hormone" or "bonding hormone," is a naturally occurring hormone and neuropeptide that plays a crucial role in social bonding, mood regulation, and stress reduction. In pets, oxytocin can offer significant benefits in enhancing mood, alleviating separation anxiety, reducing depression, and improving overall well-being. Here’s a detailed description of how oxytocin can help pets in these areas:

 1. Mood Enhancement
- **Promotion of Positive Emotions**: Oxytocin is known to promote feelings of happiness and well-being. When administered to pets, it can help enhance their overall mood, making them feel more content and relaxed.
- **Bonding and Affection**: Oxytocin facilitates bonding between pets and their owners. Increased levels of oxytocin can strengthen the emotional connection, making pets feel more secure and loved.
- **Reduction of Fear and Aggression**: By influencing the brain's fear and reward centers, oxytocin can help reduce fear and aggression, leading to a calmer and more positive demeanor.

 2. Separation Anxiety
- **Stress Reduction**: Oxytocin has anxiolytic properties, meaning it can reduce anxiety. For pets with separation anxiety, oxytocin can help mitigate the stress and panic they feel when left alone.
- **Improved Coping Mechanisms**: Regular administration of oxytocin can enhance a pet’s ability to cope with being alone, reducing symptoms like excessive barking, destructive behavior, and restlessness.
- **Calming Effect**: Oxytocin promotes a sense of calm and security, helping pets remain relaxed even in their owner’s absence.

 3. Depression
- **Mood Elevation**: Oxytocin can act as a natural antidepressant by boosting mood and reducing feelings of sadness or apathy in pets. This is particularly beneficial for pets showing signs of depression, such as lethargy, loss of interest in activities, and changes in appetite.
- **Encouraging Social Interaction**: Depressed pets often withdraw from social interactions. Oxytocin can encourage more social behavior, making pets more likely to engage with their owners and other animals.
- **Enhanced Playfulness and Activity**: By improving mood and reducing depressive symptoms, oxytocin can make pets more playful and active, contributing to their overall mental and physical health.

 4. Overall Mood and Well-Being
- **Increased Trust and Safety**: Oxytocin fosters feelings of trust and safety, which can improve a pet’s overall sense of well-being. This is particularly important for pets that have experienced trauma or abuse.
- **Reduction of Stress Hormones**: Oxytocin can lower the levels of cortisol, a stress hormone, thereby reducing chronic stress and its negative effects on health.
- **Support for Healing and Recovery**: A positive mood and reduced stress can enhance the healing process and improve recovery from illnesses or surgeries.

Mechanism of Action
- **Neurotransmitter Regulation**: Oxytocin acts on various neurotransmitter systems in the brain, including serotonin and dopamine pathways, which are involved in mood regulation and emotional responses.
- **Interaction with the Limbic System**: It affects the limbic system, the brain region responsible for emotions, promoting feelings of calmness and reducing anxiety.
- **Hormonal Balance**: By modulating the balance of stress and relaxation hormones, oxytocin helps maintain a stable and positive emotional state.