Publications by authors named "Katherine Pankratz"

Separation anxiety (SA) is among the most common canine behavior disorders and affects quality-of-life for dogs and their owners. Dogs with SA show signs of anxiety during absence or perceived absence of their owners. While psychoactive medications are often helpful for treating SA, dog and human factors may limit their utility.

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  • The study investigated the effectiveness and safety of oral gabapentin in reducing fear responses in confined community cats during trap-neuter-return (TNR) efforts.
  • Cats were randomly assigned to receive either a placebo, a low dose (50 mg), or a high dose (100 mg) of gabapentin, and their fear levels were assessed over time by a blinded observer.
  • Results showed that both doses of gabapentin significantly lowered fear scores without increasing sedation or causing adverse effects, suggesting it may be beneficial for managing stress in trapped cats.
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