Anxiety doesn’t just affect humans. It can harm dogs, too. But dogs don’t know how to deal with their anxiety, and that leads to aggression, misunderstood behavior, and depression.
It can be tough to help alleviate those anxieties, but there are some natural remedies that do the trick. Just talk to your vet before using them! Here are 10 natural anxiety remedies:
Essential Oils
Essential oils are great for reducing anxiety because they smell soothing and relaxing. Diffusers are a safe way to get those scents in the air, and essential oil collars are great options to bring along with you to relieve outdoor anxiety.
Chinese Medicine
According to traditional Chinese practices, anxiety occurs due to an imbalance between the heart and kidneys. Certified Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine Practitioners can provide you with good herbal tinctures to help alleviate this imbalance.
Pasque Flower
Add a few drops of a tincture of this flower to a dog’s water bowl to help their nervous system relax quickly.
Comfort Cuddler
This product is meant to be stuffed with an item that smells like you so your dog can cuddle it while you’re away.
Chamomile
Chamomile is great for soothing the nerves, body, and mind. It’s also good for digestive health! The tea of this flower is totally dog-safe, too.
Hemp Oil
This type of oil is great for relieving anxiety symptoms in canines and humans. Go for CBD oils and full-spectrum oils from high-quality vendors for best results.
Pheromone Spray
This type of spray helps dogs stay calm by reminding them of nursing with their mother. Spritz it on their bed, collar, or anywhere they’ll be!
Half Wrap
Use a scarf of big bandage to wrap your dog tightly in a special DIY piece of clothing that is always giving them a hug! You can also buy the commercial version of this product, called a Thundershirt.
Kava Kava
This Polynesian herb can help calm restless dogs. Just add its powder (or a tincture) to a dog’s meals or water bowl.
Special Treats
Some treats, called calming treats, are delicious and full of calming ingredients like melatonin.
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