Whether it’s New Year’s Eve, car rides, or a trip to the vet —many dogs experience stress or anxiety in certain situations. Instead of immediately turning to strong medications, more and more dog owners are turning to natural calming aids. These can help gently support the nervous system and naturally give your four-legged friend more calmness. In this post, we’ll introduce you to our top 3 natural calming aids for dogs—natural, effective, and easy to use.
What natural calming remedies are available for dogs?
There are plenty of natural remedies that don’t contain any chemicals. Here are our top 3:
1. CBD Products – The Powerful Active Ingredient from the Hemp Plant
An adequate supply of cannabinoids is essential for physical balance and many bodily functions. Cannabinoids are neurotransmitters that act as a kind of “body police,” monitoring the balance of all bodily functions. When the body’s endocannabinoid system becomes unbalanced, problems such as anxiety and nervousness can result.
That’s exactly when our pets can benefit from plant-based cannabinoids like CBD. Just like the body’s own cannabinoids, CBD helps our bodies restore their natural balance. You can read more about exactly how this works in our article on how CBD works.
CBD can be administered in various forms:
- CBD Oil – The “classic” option is CBD oil, which, in our case, consists of 100% pressed plant sap.
- CBD Snacks – For on the go or as a treat, there are also CBD snacks—delicious treats for dogs that not only taste great but also contain CBD. Good for body, mind, and soul!
- CBD PLUS Herbal Blend – For those who want a little more than just CBD, there are herbal blends that contain other effective ingredients for mental well-being in addition to CBD. But more on that in the next section!
2. Herbal blends – Soothing herbs for dogs
Many herbs and plants can also naturally help calm your dog.
Our LESS STRESS herbal blend was specially developed to reduce anxiety and stress in dogs. It contains not only CBD, but also other effective ingredients that help support mental well-being:
- Valerian root – Valerian interacts with nerve cells, providing a natural calming effect.
- Hemp leaf powder – The CBD it contains reduces the release of stress hormones.
- Lemon balm leaves – The essential oils in lemon balm have a relaxing and balancing effect.
- Ginkgo leaves – They improve blood circulation and help reduce stress in the brain.
- Hop cones – The bitter compounds can provide relief from restlessness and anxiety.
- Chamomile flowers – their flavonoids help relax the central nervous system.
- Brewer's yeast – The B vitamins it contains promote the production of neurotransmitters and are important for nerve cell regeneration.
You can read more about these soothing ingredients here.
Ideally, spread the herbal mixtures over two meals throughout the day. The amount depends on the dog’s weight.
3. Tools for conditioned relaxation through scent – Soothing scents
Scents can also have a calming effect on dogs. Lavender is a good example of this. The scent of lavender has long been known for its relaxing effect on the body and mind. The pleasant scent signals to the body, “Everything is fine.” This promotes relaxation.
But that’s not all. Because dogs have such a keen sense of smell, scents are also a powerful tool for stress management. When a dog regularly smells a certain scent in a relaxed situation (such as while cuddling), its brain associates that scent with a feeling of safety and calm. This principle is called conditioned relaxation.
This is where our Relax Buddy comes in—a small scented stick that is drizzled with a blend of natural hemp oil and delicate lavender oil. Place the Relax Buddy next to your dog 2 to 3 times a day for about 30 minutes while he is sleeping peacefully or dozing—ideally over a period of 4 to 6 weeks. Remove it before your dog wakes up. Important: The scent should be used exclusively during relaxation periods to reinforce the desired association.
What is the best herbal sedative for dogs?
There is no single “best” way to calm a dog—many natural ingredients can help dogs relax.
Of course, we’re big fans of CBD. But we also appreciate the power of many other herbs. Every dog is unique! What helps one dog may not be as effective for another. The important thing is to observe carefully and figure out what really works for your furry friend.
Product recommendations for herbal sedatives for dogs
Our recommendations for herbal sedatives for dogs at a glance:
Just try them out! By the way, all the products go great together.
Natural Calming Remedies for Dogs: Gentle & Effective!
Whether it’s CBD, lavender, or other herbs—many of these remedies have a gentle effect and can help strengthen your dog’s emotional balance. No single remedy works the same for everyone, so the key is to try different options, observe the results, and listen to your dog. Nature offers many possibilities!
Try nacani's natural remedies
Our nacani products help you feel more relaxed and confident in your daily life. In our own production facility, we craft our CBD treats with love and care and offer high-quality CBD oil. See for yourself!
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