Ingredient Education
DSIP
DSIP (delta sleep-inducing peptide) is a naturally occurring peptide studied in sleep and stress research.
- General description
- DSIP (delta sleep-inducing peptide) is a naturally occurring peptide studied in sleep and stress research.
- Why it is being studied
- It has been examined in laboratory and preclinical research related to rest and stress signaling.
- Current evidence level
- Preliminary / early research
- Species studied
- Laboratory and preclinical models
- Important limitations
- Research is early and does not establish calming or sleep benefits in dogs or cats, and does not support treatment of any behavioral condition.
- Safety considerations
- Talk with your veterinarian before use, especially for pets with behavioral concerns.
- Published sources
We publish citations only once we've verified the specific study and its species. Peer-reviewed sources for this ingredient will be listed here.
Research involving peptides varies considerably by ingredient and species. Evidence from laboratory, rodent, or human studies does not automatically establish safety or effectiveness in dogs or cats.
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