Valium For Animals. Diazepam is not recommended for use in obstetrical procedures, labor, or obstetric delivery, including cesarean section. Its use in cats, dogs, small mammals, horses, birds, and exotic.

Diazepam and midazolam have similar pharmacologic actions in dogs and cats. Exactly how the drug works in dogs and cats is uncertain, but it is thought to reduce serotonin levels and reduce acetylcholine levels. Valium is valium, regardless of whether it's prescribed for animals or humans.