How we research, write and review the work.

Our Commitment

Pawxiety provides evidence-based information about dog anxiety for US pet owners. We take this responsibility seriously. Every guide, review, and recommendation on this site follows the editorial standards outlined below.

Research Standards

Our content is informed by:

• Peer-reviewed research — we prioritize published veterinary studies from journals such as the Journal of Veterinary Behavior, Applied Animal Behaviour Science, and Frontiers in Veterinary Science
• US veterinary body guidance — including the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), American College of Veterinary Behaviorists (ACVB), and American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior (AVSAB)
• Regulatory sources — the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine (FDA-CVM) for drug approvals and warning letters, and the National Animal Supplement Council (NASC) for supplement quality standards
• Product manufacturer data — ingredient lists, clinical trials, and safety data sheets
• Real-world feedback — verified customer reviews from Amazon, Chewy, and veterinary forums

We cite our sources within articles. Where we reference statistics, we link to the original research or credible reporting of that research.

Product Reviews

Our product reviews follow these principles:

• Independence — we are not paid by any brand to review their products. All opinions are our own
• Ingredient analysis — we evaluate active ingredient concentrations against published therapeutic dosing ranges
• Price transparency — all prices are verified on US retailers and updated regularly
• Honest limitations — we clearly state when evidence is mixed, weak, or absent
• Affiliate disclosure — we use the Amazon Associates program and clearly disclose this on every review page. Affiliate relationships never influence our recommendations or ratings

Medical Disclaimer

Pawxiety provides educational information only. Our content is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice. We are not veterinarians, and nothing on this website should be taken as a veterinary diagnosis or treatment plan.

If your dog shows signs of anxiety, we always recommend:

1. Consulting your veterinarian to rule out medical causes
2. Working with a credentialed trainer or behavior professional — a board-certified veterinary behaviorist (DACVB), a Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist (CAAB), or a CCPDT- or IAABC-certified trainer
3. Following your vet's guidance on medication and supplement use

Content About Owner Wellbeing

Some of our guides discuss the mental health and wellbeing of dog owners — topics such as the “puppy blues,” caregiver stress, and owner anxiety. This content is educational only and is not medical or mental-health advice. It is not a substitute for care from a qualified physician, therapist, or other licensed mental-health professional.

If you are struggling with your mental health, please speak to a doctor or a licensed therapist. If you are in crisis, or having thoughts of harming yourself, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — call or text 988 in the US for free, confidential support, available 24 hours a day.

Content Updates

We regularly review and update our content to ensure accuracy. Articles display their original publication date and, where applicable, their most recent update date. When significant new research is published or product formulations change, we update the relevant articles.

Corrections

If you spot an error in any of our content — whether factual, typographical, or an outdated product detail — please contact us. We take corrections seriously and update content promptly.

E-E-A-T: Our Approach to Expertise

Google's E-E-A-T framework (Experience, Expertise, Authoritativeness, Trustworthiness) guides how we approach content creation:

• Experience — our team includes dog owners who have personally dealt with canine anxiety
• Expertise — we research extensively using veterinary sources and cite published studies
• Authoritativeness — we reference established US veterinary organizations and peer-reviewed research
• Trustworthiness — we disclose affiliate relationships, acknowledge limitations in evidence, and never recommend products without basis