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Aggressive behavior in a 4-year-old Lagotto dog improved
By Sacchettino, Luigi et al.·Published in Veterinary Sciences·2023·Department of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Production, University of Naples Federico II, 80137 Naples, Italy, Italy·View original on Crossref →
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Original publication title: Combining α-s1 Casozepine and Fluoxetine Treatment with a Behavioral Therapy Improves Symptoms in an Aggressive Dog: An Italian Case Report
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Plain-English summary
A 4-year-old neutered male Lagotto Romagnolo was brought in for aggressive behavior towards family members. To help reduce his impulsivity and anxiety, the veterinarian recommended a combination of fluoxetine, a common medication for anxiety, and α-s1 casozepine, along with behavioral therapy. After nine months of treatment, the dog's owners noticed a significant decrease in the frequency and intensity of his aggressive episodes. This approach helped improve the dog's relationship with his family, making their home life much safer and more enjoyable.
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Abstract
Behavioral dysfunctions in dogs represent a critical issue of the human–animal relationship. In particular, aggression can make interspecific coexistence quite complicated within family units, thus exposing all members to greater health risks. In this present study, we documented multiple aggression episodes against one of the two family members caused by a 4-year-old neutered male pure breed Lagotto Romagnolo dog. To minimize impulsivity and anxiety-like behaviors of the patient as much as possible and improve his relationship with the adopting family, we used an interdisciplinary approach, employing specific skilled personnel, including a veterinary behaviorist and a rehabilitating dog instructor. Nine months after fluoxetine treatment (0.8 mg/kg, SID), in combination with oral α-s1 casozepine administration, and behavioral rehabilitation, the owners reported a significant reduction in aggressive events in terms of intensity and frequency. Collectively, our promising data pave the way toward a more detailed characterization of α-s1-casozepine to better evaluate the potential involvement of such a compound in the modulation of aggressive behaviors in dogs affected by relational dysfunctions.
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Search related cases →Original publication on Crossref: https://doi.org/10.3390/vetsci10070435