Using Gamma aminobutyric acid (GABA) for a calming agent

[Burnetaggie99]

Has anybody used GABA which is gamma aminobutyric acid as a calming agent in show cattle? I was given some powder from a steer jockey and he said it works wonders on show calves. I have always just used L - Tryptophan powder, Quitetex paste & powder and 5 MG Melatonin pills. Anybody tried GABA?

 

[Show Steaks]

alcohol

 

[Burnetaggie99]

This GABA is legal and does not show up in the piss test per this steer jockey.

 

[Show Heifer]

Just curious... and a question to all: Who do you trust when given "a white powder given to me by Fred".  Do you trust Fred? Do you trust people on the internet? Trust your vet? Trust a neighbor?

 

[Burnetaggie99]

I checked with the vet and he said GABA is a natural amnio acid found in animals & humans. It helps boost mood, builds muscle, helps decrease anxiety and depression.  He said he didn't think it would be illegal to use at shows since its a natural amino acid found in animals.  I know you can use Quietex, L-tryptophan, and melatonin at the shows. It legal and works very well.

 

[sam1988]

my vet told me if its not approved, you cant use it unless for therapeutic uses, and then he is responsible for the residues.  in other words, use approved products.

 

[pwm]

my vet said pretty much the same thing as sam's.  I wouldn't take any chances.