{"product_id":"ceva-adaptil-junior-collar-puppies","title":"Ceva Adaptil Junior Adjustable Collar for Puppies","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe first weeks in a new home are one of the most stressful periods in a puppy's life. Separation from the mother and littermates, unfamiliar smells and sounds, new human faces, and the beginning of socialization and training all present significant emotional challenges for a young dog. How a puppy navigates this early stress can have lasting effects on temperament and behaviour into adulthood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCeva Adaptil Junior is an adjustable collar specifically designed for puppies and young dogs under 15 kg. It delivers Dog Appeasing Pheromone (DAP) continuously through body heat, mimicking the calming pheromone produced by nursing mothers that helps puppies feel safe and secure. The collar is adjustable to accommodate a puppy's rapid growth during the first months of life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Adaptil Junior collar is impregnated with synthetic DAP. Body heat activates the pheromone release, maintaining a consistent calming signal around the puppy's head and neck — the area with the highest density of pheromone receptors. The collar lasts approximately 4 weeks, covering the critical initial adjustment period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDirections for Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace collar on puppy as soon as possible after bringing them home\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjust to allow two-finger clearance between collar and neck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear continuously — do not remove at night\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRe-adjust weekly as the puppy grows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplace after 4 weeks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplement Advisor's Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEarly stress exposure that is not well-managed is a known risk factor for the development of fear-based behaviours and anxiety disorders in adult dogs. Adaptil Junior is best used as part of a comprehensive puppy onboarding approach that includes consistent routines, positive reinforcement training, and gradual socialization. The pheromone collar reduces baseline anxiety, making puppies more receptive to learning and less likely to develop fear responses to novel stimuli.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eFrom what age can puppies wear the Adaptil Junior collar?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdaptil Junior is suitable for puppies from 8 weeks of age — the typical age of adoption. It is designed for dogs under 15 kg and is adjustable to fit growing puppies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow is Adaptil Junior different from the regular Adaptil collar?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdaptil Junior is specifically sized and adjusted for puppies under 15 kg with a design that accommodates their faster growth. The active pheromone is identical to the adult collar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eShould I continue after the first 4 weeks?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eMany veterinarians recommend continuing Adaptil support through the first 3 months at home. After the puppy has settled and socialization is progressing well, the collar can often be discontinued without regression.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Ceva Animal Health","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46656574521529,"sku":"124982","price":25.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0769\/2592\/7609\/files\/124982_0-XL.jpg?v=1773951263","url":"https:\/\/vivopet.ca\/products\/ceva-adaptil-junior-collar-puppies","provider":"VivoPet","version":"1.0","type":"link"}